29/10/2013at 11:01

Maersk Group names new CEO of Tankers

The Maersk Group performs executive shuffle today, announcing several new major appointments. COO Morten Engelstoft (photo) has been named CEO of newly established 5th core business unit and Maersk Tankers.

by DANIEL LOGAN

Morten Engelstoft has been appointed CEO of Services & Other Shipping in Maersk. The appointment will have effect from January 1, 2014. In addition Morten Engelstoft will take over the position as CEO for Maersk Tankers, as Hanne B. Sørensen has been appointed CEO of Damco. The changes in Maersk Tankers and Damco will also be effective from January 1, 2014, Maersk Group says in a press release.

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