AP Moller-Maersk changes leadership team

After a 30-year tenure with the company, chief delivery officer Henriette Hallberg Thygesen (pictured) has announced she will be leaving Maersk.

Ms Thygesen has held several executive positions, including roles in the former Maersk Tankers, Maersk Oil, Damco and Svitzer. Prior to her role as chief delivery officer, she was the CEO of fleet & strategic brands.

The majority of her responsibilities will move under the operations function, led by chief operating officer Rabab Boulos.  

Vincent Clerc, CEO of Maersk, said: “Distinguished for her sharp intellect and rapid reasoning, Henriette Hallberg Thygesen has always demonstrated passion for our customers and frontline operations. 

“She has been a key driver and ambassador for our decarbonisation efforts, and I have greatly valued my collaboration with Henriette and wish her immense success in her future endeavors.” 

Chief product officer for Logistics & Services Rotem Hershko will also be leaving the group after four years.

Mr Clerc said: “I also want to express my deepest appreciation to Rotem Hershko for his significant contributions. His impact reaches well beyond his recent tenure, and he successfully guided large parts of our organisation through a learning journey in terms of ways of working and understanding our digital transformation.” 

Narin Phol, currently leading Maersk’s North America region, has been appointed to succeed Mr Hershko. He brings more than 20 years of experience as a logistics professional and has held several leadership positions in the commercial and operational areas. 

Charles van der Steene will take over from Mr Phol. He joined Maersk in 2011 and has led Maersk’s commercial organisation in North America.  

The changes to Maersk’s leadership team are effective 1 February.