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BP appoints former Balfour Beatty CEO Ian Tyler as chair after ousting Manifold

Tyler takes over immediately after BP’s three-month search and a leadership shake-up that followed Albert Manifold’s removal over governance and conduct concerns.

  • On Wednesday, BP appointed Ian Tyler, former CEO of Balfour Beatty, as its permanent chairman. Tyler, who joined the board last year, had served as interim chairman since May.
  • Tyler replaces Albert Manifold, whom BP fired in May after less than eight months, citing "serious concerns" regarding conduct. Manifold has "entirely" disputed the characterization of his tenure.
  • Currently chairman of Grafton Group and a director at Anglo American, Tyler stated he will "lead the board's evolution" to support strategic priorities. BP noted he will review existing commitments to ensure appropriate time.
  • This leadership transition coincides with CEO Meg O'Neill's arrival in April and Senior Independent Director Amanda Blanc's planned departure next year. Blanc will not stand for re-election at the annual general meeting.
  • Manifold continues to reject the company's allegations, calling them a "false narrative" he will not let go unchallenged. He reportedly retained legal representation following his removal earlier this year.
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Kent Online broke the news in Kent, United Kingdom on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
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