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Dubliner Emma Delaney among names tipped to replace Bernard Looney as head of BP

Delaney’s hat is one of three in the ring to replace Looney - who resigned in September for failing to disclose relationships with employees

Emma Delaney, head of customers and products at BP. Picture: BP

Dubliner Emma Delaney has been shortlisted to be the next chief executive of BP and succeed Bernard Looney, according to reports.

The Irish executive, who is currently BP’s head of customers and products, has been shortlisted for the role alongside Murray Auchincloss, the interim chief executive since Looney’s departure in September, and Carol Howle, the firm’s head of trading and shipping, according to Reuters.

Helge Lund, chairman of BP, has focused on seeking a successor ...