"After thoroughly analysing our options, we have determined that exiting the refining business by the end of next year is the best strategic and financial path forward for the company," said Ken Lane, Interim CEO of LyondellBasell. "These decisions are never easy and we understand this has a very real impact on our refinery employees, their families and the community. We are committed to supporting our people through this transition."
Lane added: "While this was a difficult decision, our exit of the refining business advances the company's decarbonisation goals, and the site's prime location gives us more options for advancing our future strategic objectives, including circularity."
LyondellBasell's Houston Refinery has a rated capacity to transform 268 000 bpd of crude oil into transportation fuels and other products including lubricants, chemical intermediates, and petroleum coke.
