Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported approximately $136 million in quarterly adjusted EBITDA, an increase from $107 million in the same period last year [3][10] - Full-year EBITDA midpoint guidance has been raised to the upper end of the range, now expected between $500 million and $520 million [3][12] - Distributable cash flow, as adjusted, totaled $74 million, with a coverage ratio of approximately 1.24 times [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Adjusted EBITDA for the gathering and processing segment was $83 million, up from $55 million in the third quarter of 2024, primarily due to the acquisition of H2O and Gravity [10] - Wholesale marketing and terminaling adjusted EBITDA decreased to $21 million from $25 million in the prior year [10] - Storage and transportation adjusted EBITDA remained stable at $19 million compared to the third quarter of 2024 [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Crude gathering operations had a record third quarter, with strong performance continuing into the fourth quarter [4][8] - The company is seeing solid operations in both crude and water gathering segments, enhancing its competitive position in the Midland and Delaware Basins [4][8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to become a strong, independent, full-suite midstream service provider, focusing on prudent management of leverage and coverage while seizing growth opportunities [4][5] - The successful commissioning of the Libby 2 plant and ongoing efforts in acid gas injection and sour gas handling are key initiatives to improve operational capacity [3][6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the earnings trajectory and the ability to capture full value from recent investments, including optimizing synergies from acquisitions [9][12] - The company is well-positioned to meet market demands for sour gas and water treatment, indicating a strong growth runway in the Delaware Basin [18][32] Other Important Information - The Board of Directors approved a 51st consecutive increase in the quarterly distribution to $1.12 per unit, reflecting the company's financial prudence and strong performance [4][5] - Capital expenditures for the third quarter were approximately $50 million, with $44 million allocated to growth projects, including the Libby 2 gas processing plant [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Expansion on producers' increasing activity on acreage ahead of Libby 2 - Management noted that while drilling activity has not materially changed, there are increasing synergies between different streams being managed [16][17] Question: CapEx trends for 2026 and flexibility for debt repayment or unit buybacks - Management indicated that planning for next year is ongoing, with further guidance expected in the next earnings call [20] Question: Performance of equity investments and sustainability of current run rate - Strong performance in the Wink to Webster joint venture was highlighted, with expectations for a good run rate going forward [28] Question: Water landscape and competition - Management acknowledged a favorable position in the market due to timely acquisitions and noted challenges in permitting new facilities in the Delaware Basin [30] Question: Timing for Libby 3 expansion and AGI disposal capabilities - Management confirmed that market demand for sour capabilities is strong, and detailed plans will be shared after the planning session [32][34]