Valero says moving ahead to shut California refinery after talks with officials (VLO:NYSE)

Core Viewpoint - Valero Energy is proceeding with the closure of its 145,000 bbl/day Benicia refinery in California by next spring after discussions with state officials regarding alternatives to keep the facility operational [3] Group 1 - The Benicia refinery has a capacity of 145,000 barrels per day [3] - The closure is expected to take place by next spring [3] - Discussions with state officials were held to explore options for keeping the refinery running [3]