Opening Keynote: The New World Of Midstream Finance, Kenny Feng, President & CEO, Alerian (2018)

The midstream has faced significant capital hurdles in recent years. Do MLPs continue to have a role in the sector? What is the role of private equity? How can midstream operators draw Wall Street’s interest again? Hear the views of one of the sector’s major thought leaders.

Spotlight: Movin’ On Up—The Marathon/Andeavor Deal & Its Midstream Impact, Sunil Sibal, Manager Director, Seaport Global Securities LLC (2018)

Who has the money right now in the oil and gas business? Look downstream. Wide crack spreads have made refiners very profitable and many, including Marathon look to become big players in the midstream too.

Filling The Midstream Investment Gaps

Private equity funds gain favor for the customization they offer that MLPs don’t.

C-corps vs. MLPs

MLPs continue to be a tax-efficient business model for the midstream despite multiple challenges.