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BP appoints Ian Tyler as permanent chair following boardroom upheaval

British energy group BP has named Ian Tyler its new chair after the sudden removal of the previous chair in May over governance and conduct concerns

By 2 Sep 2026 · 09:00 CET Updated 2 Sep 2026 · 09:00 CET

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British energy giant BP announced on Friday that Ian Tyler will become the company's permanent chair. Tyler steps into the role after the abrupt dismissal of the former chair in May, which was triggered by concerns over governance practices and conduct within the board.

The change comes amid heightened scrutiny of BP's leadership and is intended to restore confidence among shareholders and stakeholders. The board said Tyler's experience in corporate governance will help stabilise the company as it navigates ongoing strategic challenges.

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