BP's Leadership Upheavals Through the Years
BP's Leadership Changes and Governance Issues
BP (LSE:BP) ousted Chair Albert Manifold with immediate effect on Tuesday, citing governance standards, oversight and conduct issues, less than eight months after he took office to help oversee a strategy revamp. This is the latest in a string of scandals and leadership changes at the oil company.
Manifold's Ouster
Manifold was removed in May 2026. He had been appointed to help with a strategy revamp but was forced out due to governance and conduct issues.
Previous CEO Changes
Manifold's departure follows the 2023 dismissal of former CEO Bernard Looney and the abrupt exit of CEO Murray Auchincloss last year. Looney was dismissed for failing to disclose relationships with colleagues.
Timeline of Leadership Changes at BP
May 2026: Chair Albert Manifold ousted. March 2026: Manifold plans slimmer board. December 2025: CEO Auchincloss exits abruptly; Meg O'Neill appointed CEO. July 2025: Manifold named chairman. April 2025: Lund reelected with low support. January 2024: Auchincloss permanent CEO. September 2023: Looney dismissed. October 2019: Looney becomes CEO. October 2010: Bob Dudley becomes CEO. April 2010: Deepwater Horizon disaster. May 2007: CEO John Browne resigns.
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