About

A.P. Moller – Maersk (also known as Maersk), is a Danish conglomerate operating in a number of sectors, but primarily shipping, transport and energy. The company, which is the world’s largest container ship and supply vessel operator, is at the forefront of the water transport industry in the Nordic region. To reach this point, Maersk has required a highly able and experienced legal division to support key business processes and strategic developments that are part of its $40bn turnover. The legal department play an active role in the handling of various investments and M&A activities; this part of the team, led by chief legal counsel, group legal, head of M&A section Martin Allan Christensen, has ensured the steady progression and gradual transformation of the company through acquisitions and divestitures. Line Vedel Perlman, chief legal counsel, head of governance, data privacy and legal risk management, leads a team that has drawn praise for its important input into the continued smooth running of the company in the face of increasing data privacy and cyber security challenges. The overall Maersk legal team is considered to be an essential partner to the business, and has worldwide recognition for their excellence.