Maersk

A.P. Moller - Maersk is a Danish integrated container logistics company and the world's second-largest container shipping company by both fleet size and cargo capacity. Founded in 1904 by Arnold Peter Møller and his father Peter Mærsk Møller, Maersk has grown from a single steamship into a global logistics powerhouse with 2024 annual revenue of $55.5 billion. The company is based in Copenhagen, Denmark, with subsidiaries and offices across 130 countries and over 100,000 employees worldwide.

Maersk operates the world's second-largest container fleet, offering regular services to 374 ports in 116 countries through Maersk Line. The company has evolved from a pure shipping company into an integrated logistics provider, offering end-to-end supply chain solutions including ocean freight, port operations, supply chain management, warehousing, and air freight. This transformation has been driven by digital innovation and strategic investments in logistics infrastructure.

In 2024, Maersk reported its third-best financial year with net profit of $6.09 billion, up 56% from 2023, driven by Red Sea rerouting that extended voyage times and tightened capacity. The company's Ocean division generated $37.4 billion in revenue, while Logistics contributed $14.9 billion and Terminals added $4.5 billion. Container rates climbed 38.1% in 2024 as supply chain disruptions boosted demand.

Maersk is committed to decarbonizing the shipping industry, with a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040. The company has ordered 18 large methanol-enabled vessels for delivery between 2024 and 2025, pioneering the use of green methanol as a marine fuel. This leadership in sustainable shipping positions Maersk at the forefront of the industry's green transition, balancing profitability with environmental responsibility as global trade continues to evolve.