AP Moller-Maersk will likely be split into separate companies
AP Moller-Maersk, the Danish conglomerate, will likely split the group into two independent entities, according to Berlingske Tidende.
The Danish daily reported that the Danish conglomerate is currently evaluating its future strategy and there has been speculation that several units within the group may be sold. The paper wrote, however, citing unnamed sources, that the most likely scenario now is that the group will be split into a transport company and an energy company. Several sources said that a final decision is yet to be made and the group is investigating several options but that the split is seen as likely.
Meanwhile, the paper also wrote that there is speculation that Maersk Oil may be listed separately and some sources said that the oil company has attracted takeover interest. The item noted though that any possible interest in Maersk Oil is in the early stages and it is unlikely that these options will be realized before late September when AP Moller's strategic plan is reportedly to be announced.
Berlingske Tidende