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US Weighs Federal Support to Expand Refining Capacity

11 Sep 2026 · Reuters

Refinery infrastructure (illustrative image, not a specific US facility)

The White House is considering how to use the Defense Production Act to expand US refining capacity, according to Reuters sources. Refiners favour improving or expanding existing plants over building a new refinery. No final decision was made. With utilisation reported at 98%, the discussions highlight limited immediate spare capacity rather than an imminent increase in fuel supply.

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