While 89% voted in favour of the energy giant’s climate action plan, a separate resolution saw 30% demand more ambitious targets.

The former BHP CEO will take over from current chair Chad Holliday after Shell’s annual general meeting in May.

Investor advisers push for a vote against Shell’s remuneration report, citing performance and safety concerns.

The Institute of Directors’ annual ranking of listed UK companies for their good governance sees distiller lead the way.