Who has been appointed as the new CEO of Sempra Infrastructure, and when will the appointment take effect?

Bhavesh Bob Patel has been appointed as the incoming CEO of Sempra Infrastructure, effective upon the completion of a KKR-led consortium's acquisition of a majority ownership interest in the company.

What is Bhavesh Bob Patel's professional background, and what role will current CEO Justin Bird assume after the leadership transition?

Bhavesh Bob Patel brings nearly 40 years of experience in the global chemicals and energy sectors and previously served as CEO of LyondellBasell Industries NV. Justin Bird, the current CEO of Sempra Infrastructure, will transition to Executive Vice President at Sempra and remain on Sempra Infrastructure's board of directors.

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Sempra Infrastructure has appointed Bhavesh Bob Patel as its incoming CEO following a KKR-led acquisition. Patel brings nearly 40 years of experience in the global chemicals and energy sectors, previously serving as CEO of LyondellBasell.

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