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BP appoints Ian Tyler chair after predecessor's removal over governance concerns
BP named Ian Tyler as chair of the board, effective immediately after a thorough search, with Tyler having served as interim chair since May 26, 2026. The move follows former chairman Albert Manifold’s dismissal over serious governance concerns, and the board backs Tyler, highlighting his governance and leadership experience across energy and resources.
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About Albert Manifold
Albert Manifold is an Irish business executive, who was the chief executive officer of CRH plc from January 2014 to 2024, and then the chairman of oil giant BP from October 2025 to May 2026. He was ousted from BP due to concerns about his behaviour, including bullying.
Everything about Albert Manifold →- Occupation
- entrepreneur
- Citizenship
- Ireland
- Born
- August 1962