BP announced the appointment of Dr. Angela Strank to the position of BP Chief Scientist. She succeeds Dr. Ellen Williams, who has been nominated as Director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy, in the US Department of Energy. As Chief Scientist, Dr. Strank will be responsible for developing strategic options to ensure the company can benefit from developments in science and technology worldwide.

She will also co-ordinate BP's Technology Advisory Council (TAC) which advises BP's executive management on the status of science and technology within the company. The TAC is chaired by Professor Dame Ann Dowling, a non-executive director of BP. Dr. Strank will be based in London and will move into the new role with effect from 1 May, 2014.