Maersk

Maersk was founded in Denmark in 1904, with just a single freighter. In 1928, Maersk Line was founded, and a route between Asia and the United States established. In 1962 saw the establishment of the DUC, paving the way for the company's oil and gas business. In 1972, Maersk Oil started producing oil in North Sea. Also in 1972, Maersk Drilling was founded. Then in 1975, Maersk added the companies first container vessel to the fleet. Maersk Oil initiated oil production in Qatar in 1994. APM Terminals was founded in 2001.

In 2013, Maersk Line will launch 20 Triple-E vessels, the world's largest and most energy efficient container ships. Maersk Line’s “Daily Maersk” service celebrates its first anniversary, with the 72-vessel service achieving an average reliability score of 98% and saving 13% in CO2 emissions per container moved against the industry average. Maersk Drilling is working to double its workforce to become a global powerhouse in offshore drilling services. APM Terminals enters Russia, acquiring 50% of the controlling stake in Global Ports, which operates key terminals in St. Petersburg, Russia’s far east, and the Baltics.