BP plc is a major British multinational energy company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with operations across the global energy industry. Originally incorporated as The British Petroleum Company in 1909, BP has grown into an integrated energy business involved in oil and natural gas exploration and production, refining, fuels marketing, convenience retail, aviation fuels, lubricants, electric-vehicle charging, and lower-carbon energy solutions. The company operates through a large international network and has continued to develop businesses across traditional and emerging energy markets. BP describes itself as an international energy company delivering energy today while preparing for the changing energy system of tomorrow. As of 31 December 2024, BP reported approximately 100,500 employees and operations in 61 countries, making it a very large global employer. Its principal executive offices are at 1 St James’s Square, London, SW1Y 4PD, United Kingdom.