Midstream energy company involved in the transportation and storage of crude oil and natural gas liquids.
MPLX LP, headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, is a leading operator of midstream energy infrastructure and logistics assets primarily within the United States. Established in 2012 as a subsidiary of Marathon Petroleum Corporation, MPLX LP operates through two key segments: Logistics and Storage, and Gathering and Processing. The company's comprehensive operations encompass the gathering, processing, and transportation of natural gas, as well as the fractionation, exchange, storage, and marketing of natural gas liquids. MPLX LP also manages the gathering, storage, transportation, and distribution of crude oil, refined products, and other hydrocarbon-based substances, playing a pivotal role in the nation's energy supply chain.
In addition to its core activities, MPLX LP has expanded into the inland marine business, facilitating the transportation of a wide range of products including light products, heavy oils, and renewable fuels across the Mid-Continent and Gulf Coast regions. The company owns and operates a fleet of boats and barges, along with a specialized marine repair facility located on the Ohio River. MPLX LP further enhances its service offerings through refining logistics, terminal operations, rail facilities, and extensive storage caverns strategically positioned to support efficient distribution networks.
MPLX LP's terminal facilities are crucial hubs for receiving, storing, blending, and redelivering refined petroleum products via pipeline, rail, marine, and over-the-road transportation modes. These terminals play a critical role in ensuring reliable and secure energy logistics across the United States. With a strong emphasis on operational excellence and strategic growth, MPLX LP continues to expand its footprint in the midstream sector, leveraging its expertise to meet the evolving energy demands of domestic and international markets.