bp has appointed Ian Tyler as chair of the company following an extensive search process that included both internal and external candidates, the London-based energy company and convenience-store retailer announced Wednesday. He assumed the role immediately.
Tyler joined the bp board as a non-executive director in April of 2025 and was appointed interim chair on May 26, following the removal of Albert Manifold over governance oversight and conduct issues.
Tyler (pictured above) has worked alongside more than 15 chief executives during his extensive non-executive career spanning listed and private companies across oil and gas, natural resources and engineering businesses.
“Ian brings significant experience providing challenge and support to executive teams, while maintaining strong governance and oversight on behalf of shareholders,” Amanda Blanc, bp's senior independent director, said in a statement. “These qualities have been evident during his time as interim chair, where he has secured the confidence of the board and executive management through his considered leadership, judgment and integrity.”
- bp is No. 5 on CSP’s 2026 Top 202 ranking of convenience-store chains by U.S. store count.
Tyler is currently chair of Grafton Group, Dublin, and senior independent director of London-based Anglo American. He previously chaired Scotland-based Cairn Energy and served as non-executive director of British-based BAE Systems.
“I am honored that the board of bp has appointed me as its chair,” Tyler said. “It has been a privilege to work directly with Meg O'Neill over the past few months and to see the impact she has had since her arrival.” bp appointed O’Neill as its new CEO, effective April 1.
"I will lead the board's evolution, ensuring we have the depth, experience and capabilities needed to support the company's strategic priorities and long-term value creation,” Tyler said. “I am committed to establishing regular and transparent engagement with our shareholders, while continuing to support the wider leadership team as they deliver the performance and value our shareholders rightfully expect."
In the United States, bp’s family of brands include Amoco, ampm, Thorntons and TravelCenters of America.
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