BP PLC , London, contributed $1.6 billion to its global pension plans...

BP PLC, London, contributed $1.6 billion to its global pension plans in 2003, the company announced in its quarterly earnings report. Of that, more than $1.2 billion went to its U.S. plans, said a spokesman. BP had $5.1 billion in U.S. pension assets as of Sept. 30. Other BP officials couldn't be reached for more details.