AP Moller Holding, a subsidiary of AP Moller–Maersk, has successfully acquired Maersk Supply Service and implemented changes to the leadership team. Steen Karstensen, who has been leading Maersk Supply Service since 2016, will be replaced as CEO by Christian Ingerslev, an experienced leader in the energy shipping industry. Ingerslev has served as the CEO of Maersk Tankers for the past seven years, overseeing its transformation.
Martin Larsen, the CFO of AP Moller Holding, has been appointed as the new Chair of the Board of Directors for Maersk Supply Service. Larsen expressed satisfaction with the appointment of Christian Ingerslev, citing his previous leadership achievements. Larsen believes that with Ingerslev at the helm, Maersk Supply Service will smoothly transition into an independent offshore service company, while also positioning itself to support the energy transition effectively.
Christian Ingerslev acknowledged the significant role Maersk Supply Service plays in the energy transition. He praised the company and its employees for their innovation and resilience in a challenging market. Ingerslev expressed enthusiasm about joining the team as it embarks on its journey as an independent company, emphasizing the importance of addressing the energy challenges of the future.
As part of the acquisition, a new Board of Directors has been appointed for Maersk Supply Service. The board consists of Martin Larsen as Chair, Morten Engelstoft (former CEO of APM Terminals) as Vice-Chair, Kristin Holth (holding non-executive positions at Gaslog, Hitecvision, Maersk Tankers, and Noble Corp), Maria Pejter (Head of HR at AP Moller Holding), and Martin Neubert (Group CIO and Partner at Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners).
