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BP appoints Ian Tyler as permanent chair, replacing Albert Manifold amid governance concerns

BP has appointed Ian Tyler as its permanent chair. This follows the earlier dismissal of Albert Manifold over governance concerns. Senior independent director Amanda Blanc will not seek re-election next year. Tyler, who previously served as interim chair, will lead the board's evolution. BP aims to strengthen its balance sheet…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

British energy giant BP names Ian Tyler as chair after boardroom turmoil

British energy giant BP has appointed Ian Tyler as its permanent chair following the abrupt removal of his predecessor over governance and conduct concerns in May.

Euronews · Sep 2

BP seeks to end years of boardroom turmoil with appointment of new chair

Ian Tyler, already in role on an interim basis, is tasked with shifting strategy to refocus on fossil fuel extraction

The Guardian - UK · Sep 2

BP removes chairman Albert Manifold after ‘serious concerns’ over conduct

Amanda Blanc, senior independent director at BP, said the board deemed his conduct to be ‘unacceptable’.

Evening Standard · May 26

Aviva flags potential for Iran conflict to send claims costs rising

Chief executive Amanda Blanc said supply chains could suffer if the conflict is prolonged.

Evening Standard · Mar 5

Nationwide boss Dame Debbie Crosbie to become next women in finance champion

She will replace Dame Amanda Blanc on January 1.

Evening Standard · Dec 11, 2025

Aviva nearly doubles target for cost savings from Direct Line takeover

The insurer now expects to strip out £225 million in costs by 2028 following the deal.

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2025

Aviva stands by climate goals in face of US and UK net zero pushback

As insurer’s shares hit highest level since 2008, CEO says green issues are also important for many of its clients

The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2025

BP chair to resign amid pressure from shareholders over green agenda

Helge Lund likely to leave post in 2026, with investor opposition having derailed net zero plans

The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2025

Power Players: Meet the women reshaping 10 key European industries

This year, Fortune curated a list of female leaders at the helm of European companies across the continent’s biggest industries.

Fortune · Mar 8, 2025