Valero will import fuel into the Bay Area after it idles Benicia Refinery in April ...Middle East

It will begin to idle its processing units in February as part of a phased approach and expects to have most of its refining processing units idled by April 2026. 

As for the impact on Bay Area drivers, Valero announced the company will import fuel into the region and use existing inventory to keep drivers supplied.

Gov. Gavin Newsom's office touted the plan as one that will "help maintain steady supply and stable prices as discussions continue on a path forward for the refinery."

How long Valero will import fuel into the region was not stated, and California and the California Energy Commission are still working on the refinery's future.

"We want to express our appreciation to Valero for continuing to work with us collaboratively to evaluate options for the Valero Benicia refinery and for maintaining fuel supply to Northern California," said Siva Gunda, CEC Vice Chair.

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