Maersk Supply Service gets new CEO

Steen S. Karstensen, coming from a position as Chief Procurement Officer, has been appointed CEO of Maersk Supply Service with effect from 24 October. He takes over from Jørn Madsen, who was recently appointed CEO of Maersk Drilling.

Steen S. Karstensen joined the Group in 1986 and has had an impressive 30-year-career with the company in procurement, logistics, supply chain, in-house consultancy and other cross-functional areas. Currently Chief Procurement Officer, he is now appointed CEO of Maersk Supply Service with effect from 24 October.

Steen Karstensen’s previous role in Group Procurement included overseeing Maersk Maritime Technology, Maersk Oil Trading and Maersk Management Consulting. These areas combine a workforce of over 800 professionals globally, located in 20 different countries.

Jørn Madsen, former CEO of Maersk Supply Service, was recently announced CEO of Maersk Drilling. He will take on this role with effect 7 November.