The acquisition, which will be led by the current management and employees of Maersk Broker, will result in the rebranding of the company as MB Shipbrokers.
Kristian Mørch, chairman of the board of Maersk Broker, said,
“The owners and the Board have been exploring different ownership structures to ensure that the company remains strongly positioned for the future. Recognising the unwavering commitment of the management and employees to preserve the heritage and values that have been the foundation of Maersk Broker’s success for generations, we believe they are the right owners to ensure the continued success of the company for decades to come. On behalf of the owners and the Board of Directors, we wish the company every success in its future endeavours”.
According to the announcement, the transition will have no impact on day-to-day operations, with assurances that it will be “business as usual in all respects”.
Privately owned by the Mc-Kinney Møller family since its inception in 1914, MB Shipbrokers has grown to have a global presence with offices in all major shipping hubs and nearly 250 employees.