BP has unveiled a new boss of its renewables business as part of a management shake-up, appointing William Lin to head of its gas & low carbon energy arm.
Lin (pictured), who previously led regions, corporates & solutions, succeeds Anja-Isabel Dotzenrath who is retiring from BP and her executive career.
The move comes as BP announced it is simplifying its organisational structure, supporting delivery of the priorities it set out in February 2024 to grow the value of the company.
BP said it will continue to have three businesses – production & operations, gas & low carbon energy and customers & products – enabled by trading & shipping.
The current regions, corporates & solutions organisation will be integrated into the businesses and functions, and BP will now be supported by five functions: finance; technology; strategy, sustainability & ventures; people & culture; and legal.
Together these changes will reduce duplication and reporting line complexity, said the company. Its executive leadership team will reduce in size to 10 members, while its financial reporting structure remains unchanged.
Emeka Emembolu will head the company’s technology function, taking over from Leigh-Ann Russell who is leaving for an external opportunity.
The company’s chief executive Murray Auchincloss said: “As I set out in February, BP’s destination from IOC to IEC is unchanged – and we need to deliver as a simpler, more focused and higher value company,” said.
“These changes will help us do just that, reducing complexity within BP, allowing our team to focus on delivering our priorities and growing the value of BP.
“I congratulate William on his new role and am delighted to welcome Emeka to the leadership team.
“William brings extensive experience, expertise, and leadership to gas & low carbon energy – a key part of our portfolio.
“He has a proven track record of delivery, managing complex relationships and deals – effectively leading teams to build resilient businesses.
Emeka has been chief of staff for the past two years and in a 25-year bp career has held senior technical roles right across the business, always focused on safety, value growth, people and technology.
“I would of course also like to thank Anja and Leigh-Ann. Anja has made a hugely positive and lasting impact, building a world class team and low carbon business platform and leading and implementing the right low carbon strategy for BP for the long-term.
“Leigh-Ann has ensured BP kept aware of both the opportunities and risks presented by today’s fast-developing technologies. Her leadership, commitment to building diverse teams, and care for people are deeply appreciated throughout BP. I wish them both all the very best for the future.”