John W. Sibal has been named manager of planning and economics for Ingram Corporation, New Orleans, La., it was announced recently by F.B. Ingram, chairman. In his new post, Mr. Sibal will be responsible for new project evaluations as well as the analysis of general economic and industry trends.

Mr. Sibal was previously the company's director of government affairs in Washington, D.C. Mr. Ingram also announced that J. Luis Banos was named to replace Mr. Sibal in Washington. Mr. Banos was previously the company's energy regulatory coordinator.