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BP ousts chairman over governance concerns, names interim replacement

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BP has abruptly removed its chairman, Albert Manifold, just months after his appointment, citing serious concerns over governance standards, oversight, and conduct. The board expressed disappointment with issues deemed unacceptable and has appointed Ian Tyler as interim chair while initiating a search for a permanent replacement. This leadership change occurs as BP, a major global oil producer, navigates financial challenges and a recent strategic shift back to its core operations after a prior focus on renewable energy. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Michelle Chapman, The Associated Press ·

    BP ousts chairman months into his tenure, citing ‘important governance standards, oversight and conduct’ concerns

    Albert Manifold is out over governance and conduct failures, leaving BP with an interim chair and a new CEO as net income fell 86% last year.

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