We are pleased to announce that Jesper Cramon takes up the position as Head of Group Accounting of the A.P. Moller - Maersk Group on 1 August 2009, replacing Per Møller, who retires after 22 years with the Group.

Jesper Cramon (40) joined the Group in 2003. Jesper has held various positions in Group Accounting and is presently CFO of Safmarine, a position he has held since April 2006.

Contact: Group CEO Nils Smedegaard Andersen +45 3363 3600