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12 December 2022

A.P. Moller - Maersk appoints new CEO

Vincent Clerc has been appointed new CEO of A.P. Moller – Maersk

Vincent is currently CEO of the company’s Ocean & Logistics business and will take over the baton from Søren Skou as per 1 January 2023.

“Søren has contributed to our Group’s development over almost forty years, of which eleven years as CEO for Maersk Tankers, four years as CEO for Maersk Line and close to seven years as CEO for Maersk. During his tenure as CEO of Maersk, Søren has been instrumental in redefining Maersk into a customer centric end-to-end logistics provider with a global leadership position in sustainable transportation solutions. On behalf of the Board, I sincerely thank Søren for his valued leadership and impressive results. I am equally grateful for Søren’s support in the CEO succession review making sure the company does not lose any momentum in its strategic endeavors in a changing and difficult market.”
Robert Maersk Uggla, Chair of the Board at A.P. Moller - Maersk and CEO at A.P. Moller Holding

News from the A.P. Moller Group

Letter from the CEO

In connection with the publication of A.P. Moller Holding’s Annual Report 2025, our CEO, Robert M. Uggla shares his reflections on last year’s activities and highlights from across the A.P. Moller Group.

Annual Report 2025

A.P. Moller Holding delivered satisfactory results in 2025

A.P. Moller Holding leads the $60 million Series C equity financing in Upway

Upway is a leading e-commerce platform for buying refurbished e-bikes, driving the transition to sustainable urban mobility.

“We are excited to support Upway on its journey to revolutionize the global market for refurbished e-bikes. Upway’s ability to industrialize second-hand e-bike refurbishment and deliver the highest level of customer trust globally truly sets them apart. Today’s investment also reflects our confidence in Upway’s sustainable and scalable business model that aligns with our commitment to sustainable, long-term growth,” said Chetan Mehta, Head of Growth Equity at A.P. Moller Holding.