Former BP CEO Dudley Says Looney's Abrupt Resignation Was a Shock, Company Strategy Unchanged

Former BP CEO Bob Dudley says Bernard Looney's abrupt resignation last month came as a shock and denied knowing about Looney's past relationships.
Dudley says BP will soon find a suitable replacement for Looney and his departure likely won't impact the company's strategy.
Looney resigned after not being "fully transparent" about past relationships with colleagues before becoming CEO.
Interim CEO Murray Auchincloss says BP's strategy remains unchanged and endorsed by management despite Looney's exit.
Dudley believes BP's strategy will likely stay the course as "one person leaving does not change the strategy."

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