BP Names Former Shell Executive to Lead Downstream Business

BP has appointed former Shell executive Emma Lewis as Executive Vice President, Downstream, effective January 4, 2027, when she will also join the company's leadership team.

In her new role, Lewis will oversee BP's Downstream segment, which includes refining, terminals and pipelines, mobility and convenience, aviation, and bioenergy businesses.

Richard Harding will continue as interim Executive Vice President, Downstream, until Lewis takes up the position in January. He has led the business on an interim basis for the past seven months.

Lewis, who most recently served as Executive Vice President, Chemicals, at Shell, brings more than 25 years of experience across chemicals, refining, manufacturing, commercial operations, supply chains and strategy.

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