Boardroom Digest

Albert Manifold

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Ousted BP chairman Albert Manifold exiting a corporate building, symbolizing his abrupt departure amid allegations.
Corporate Strategy

BP chair denies 'lies' about his conduct after ousting

Ousted BP chairman Albert Manifold publicly branded allegations about his conduct as 'lies,' just days after the oil giant announced his immediate departure over 'serious concerns' about his governanc

Siobhan O'Malley·May 28, 2026
BP headquarters at dusk with silhouettes of board members in a tense meeting, symbolizing a major leadership change due to conduct concerns.
Corporate Strategy

BP Removes Chair Albert Manifold Amid Conduct Concerns

After less than a year in the role, BP's board unanimously voted to remove Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect, citing "serious concerns" about his conduct, according to Reuters .

Rafael Montoya·May 26, 2026