Annual Report 2014

A.P.
Mller - Mrsk A/S
Annual Report
2014
A.P. Moller - Maersk Group

Annual Report 2014
CONTENTS
DIRECTORS REPORT
Group highlights
Guidance for 2015
Five year summary
The Group strategy
Execution on Group strategy 2014
Invested capital and ROIC
Financial review
Risk management
Corporate governance
Shareholder information
Our employees
Innovation
PAGE 3-25
FINANCIALS
Consolidated financial
statements 2014
Parent company financial
statements 2014
Statement of the Board of Directors
and Management
Independent Auditors' Report
PAGE 26-100
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Board of Directors
Executive Board
Company overview
Definition of terms
Company announcements 2014
PAGE 101-110
ANNUAL REPORT 2014

The Annual Report for 2014 of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S (further referred to as the Group)
has been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
as adopted by the EU and Danish disclosure requirements for annual reports of listed
companies.
The Annual Report has over time grown significantly in size due to increasing legal
requirements. A significant number of pages with very detailed information have made
it increasingly challenging to convey an easily understandable overview of key developments during the year.
Therefore, the Board of Directors of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S has decided to tailor the
external financial reporting specifically towards the needs of our different stakeholders.
The Annual Report has been tailored to our stakeholders with a focus on the very detailed
legally required information, whereas a new report named Group Annual Magazine has
been tailored to the stakeholders with a focus on providing an overview of key developments during the year. Additionally, we have expanded the information on our Investor
Relations website: http://investor.maersk.com/. The reports can be read individually or
combined depending on our stakeholders interests. The Board of Directors iterates that
the purpose has not been to reduce the information level compared to previously, but
on the contrary to improve our communication and the accessibility of same by focusing
our information in the best possible way to accommodate the interests and needs of
our different stakeholders.
Specification of underlying result
The underlying result has been specified in order to provide more clarity and transparency to our stakeholders. The underlying result is equal to result of continuing business
excluding net impact from divestments and impairments. Comparative numbers for
2013 have been restated.
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GROUP
HIGHLIGHTS
The Group delivered a strong financial
performance with a profit of USD 5.2bn (USD
3.8bn) positively impacted by the USD 2.8bn
gain from the sale of the majority share of
Dansk Supermarked Group and other divestment gains of USD 600m (USD 145m) partly
offset by the net impairments of USD 3.0bn
(USD 220m), including USD 1.7bn on the Brazilian
oil assets. In line with expectations, the underlying profit increased by 33% to USD 4.5bn compared to 2013 (USD 3.4bn) and the return on
invested capital (ROIC) was 11.0% (8.2%).
Maersk Line maintained its lead on the rest of the industry

and delivered a higher than expected profit of USD 2.3bn (USD
1.5bn) due to stronger than expected volumes as well as lower
unit costs from continued optimisation and lower bunker prices
partly countered by lower freight rates. The underlying profit
was also higher than expected and came at USD 2.2bn (USD
1.5bn). ROIC was 11.6% (7.4%).
assumptions lead to impairments on some of Maersk Oils UK

assets. ROIC was negative 15.2% (positive 16.2%).
APM Terminals delivered a profit of USD 900m (USD 770m),
positively impacted by volume and margin growth as well as
divestment gains, mainly relating to the port in Virginia, USA.
The result was negatively impacted by impairments related to
activities in joint ventures. The underlying profit of USD 849m
(USD 709m) was a significant improvement and in line with
expectations. ROIC was 14.7% (13.5%).
Maersk Oil delivered a loss of USD 861m (profit of USD 1.0bn)

but with an underlying profit of USD 1.0bn (USD 1.1bn) that was
in line with expectations despite the sharp decline in oil prices
during the fourth quarter. Maersk Oils entitlement production
increased by 7% over 2013 to 251,000 barrels per day as a result
of improved operational performance, production from new
projects as well as a higher share of production from Qatar due
to the lower oil price. The result was furthermore improved
by lower exploration costs. Maersk Oil reduced its valuation of
Brazilian assets by USD 1.7bn due to disappointing exploration
and appraisal results and rising project costs. Updated oil price
Maersk Drilling delivered a profit of USD 478m (USD 528m),

positively impacted by high operational uptimes as well as
gain relating to the divestment of the Venezuelan activities,
negatively impacted by impairments of USD 85m. The high
number of planned rig yard stay days and start-up costs contributed negatively to the result. The underlying profit of USD
471m (USD 524m) was in line with expectations. ROIC was
7.1% (10.8%).
Underlying result reconciliation

Result for the year

Gain on sale of non-
continuing operations current assets, etc., net
2014
2013
2014
2013
Impairment losses,
net1
2014
2013
Tax on adjustments
2014
2013
Underlying result
2014
2013
Group
2,339 3,383 -600 -145 2,951 220 -158 -49

4,532 2 3,409
Maersk Line
2,341
1,510 -89 -38 -72 -9 19 0
2,199 1,463
Maersk Oil
-861 1,046
-4
0 2,208
98 -308
-61 1,035 1,083
APM Terminals
900 770 -374 -70 181
8 849
709
Maersk Drilling
478 528 -82 -4 85 0 -10 0 471
524
Maersk Supply Service 201

187
-12 -5 0 0 0 0
189
182
Maersk Tankers
1 142
132
-317 4 -8 4
153 -1 0
139
-172
Damco
-293
-111 0 -2
68 6 0 0
-225
-107
Svitzer
-270
156 -5
-29
354 6 3 1
82
134
1 Including the Group's share of impairments, net, recorded in joint ventures and associated companies.
2 USD 4,083m excluding the underlying result from Danske Bank of USD 449m.
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APM Shipping Services delivered a loss of USD 230m (loss

of USD 85m) negatively impacted by a goodwill impairment
of USD 357m related to the Adsteam acquisition in Australia.
Svitzer's Australian operations are negatively impacted by
industry overcapacity, a high industry cost structure and a
general slowdown of bulk activities. Furthermore, the result
was impacted by significant non-trading costs in Damco related to impairments, restructuring and other adjustments.
The underlying result in APM Shipping Services came in
lower than expected, however, higher than last year with
an underlying profit of USD 185m (USD 37m) mainly due to
Maersk Tankers being impacted by positive USD 87m (negative USD 144m) relating to provision for onerous contracts.
The Groups cash flow from operating activities continued at
a high level of USD 8.8bn (USD 8.9bn) and net cash flow used
for capital expenditure increased to USD 6.2bn (USD 4.9bn)
mainly due to deliveries of newbuildings in Maersk Drilling
and Maersk Line as well as increased oil field developments
in Maersk Oil.
MAJOR PORTFOLIO DECISIONS
During 2014, the Group divested its majority shareholding in
Dansk Supermarked Group resulting in a gain of USD 2.8bn.
Furthermore, the Group announces its intention to offer its
shares in Danske Bank to its shareholders, and once completed the sale of shares in the Dansk Supermarked Group
and Danske Bank will have significantly contributed to focusing the Groups portfolio.
of the ordinary dividend payment is equivalent to USD 1,077m

at the exchange rate as per 31 December 2014.
The extraordinary dividend will be determined based on the
Volume Weighted Average Price of Danske Bank A/S shares
traded during a pricing period of five trading days, expected
to commence Friday 20 March and expire Thursday 26 March
2015. Based on the value of the shares on 31 December 2014,
the value of the extraordinary dividend is estimated to DKK
33,850m equivalent to USD 5,530m using the exchange rate as
per 31 December 2014 (around DKK 1,569 per share of DKK 1,000
excluding treasury shares). Due to the Groups strong financial
position, the Board of Directors decided in 2014 to buy back
shares of up to DKK 5.6bn to be executed during a 12-month
period beginning September 2014.The Board of Directors will
on an ongoing basis decide on the reoccurrence and size of
buy-back programmes based on the Groups financial position
and the potential of identifying attractive investment opportunities. A.P. Mller Holding A/S is participating in the buy-back
with their pro rata share.
SUSTAINABILITY AND
GENDER COMPOSITION OF MANAGEMENT
An independently assured Sustainability Report for 2014 is
published and provides detailed information on the Groups
sustainability performance and new sustainability strategy.
The report serves as the Groups Communication on Progress
as required by the UN Global Compact, and ensures compliance
with the requirements of the Danish Financial Statements Act
on corporate social responsibility and reporting on the gender
composition of management. The report is available on:
www.maersk.com
With an equity ratio of 61.3% (57.1%) and a liquidity reserve of

USD 11.6bn (USD 13.6bn), the Group is well prepared and determined to execute on its long term growth aspirations and seize
market opportunities within its businesses.
QUARTERLY FIGURES
Quarterly figures for the Group for 2010-2014 are available on:
http://investor.maersk.com/financials.cfm
SHAREHOLDER RETURN
The Maersk B-share price increased by 5.1% to DKK 12,370 during 2014. The ordinary dividend pay-out proposed by the Board
of Directors is DKK 300 per share of DKK 1,000 equal to a total
of DKK 6,593m, representing an ordinary dividend yield of 2.4%
based on the B-share closing price at year end. The total value
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GUIDANCE
FOR 2015
The Group expects an underlying result
slightly below USD 4bn (USD 4.1bn)
excluding Danske Bank. Gross cash flow
used for capital expenditure is expected to
be around USD 9bn in 2015 (USD 8.7bn),
while cash flow from operating activities is
expected to develop in line with the result.
Maersk Line expects a higher underlying result than for 2014

(USD 2.2bn). Maersk Line aims to improve its competitiveness
through unit cost reductions and implementation of the new
2M alliance. Global demand for seaborne container transportation is expected to increase by 3-5% and Maersk Line aims to
grow with the market.
Maersk Oil expects a significantly lower underlying result for
2015 than for 2014 (USD 1.0bn) as break even is reached with oil
prices in the range 55-60 USD per barrel.
Maersk Oils entitlement production is expected to be around
265,000 boepd (251,000 boepd). Exploration expenses are expected to be around USD 0.7bn (USD 765m) for the year.
SENSITIVITY GUIDANCE
The Groups guidance for 2015 is subject to considerable uncertainty, not least due to developments in the global economy,
the container freight rates and the oil price.
The Groups expected underlying result depends on a number
of factors. Based on the expected earnings level and all other
things being equal, the sensitivities on calendar 2015 for four
key value drivers are listed in the table below:

Factors
Change
Oil price for Maersk Oil
Bunker price
APM Terminals expects an underlying result around 2014

(USD 849m) and to grow in line with the market.
Container freight rate

Container freight volume
Effect on the Groups

underlying profit
+/-10 USD/barrel
+/-USD 0.25bn
+/-100 USD/tonne
-/+USD 0.2bn
+/-100 USD/FFE
+/-USD 1.0bn
+/-100,000 FFE
+/-USD 0.1bn
Maersk Drilling expects a higher underlying result than in

2014 (USD 471m) due to more rigs in operation, good forward
contract coverage as well as the cost reduction and efficiency
enhancement programme.
APM Shipping Services expects the underlying result for 2015
to be above the 2014 result (USD 185m).
Forward-looking statements
The annual report contains forward-looking statements. Such
statements are subject to risks and uncertainties as various
factors, many of which are beyond A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
control, may cause actual development and results to differ
materially from expectations contained in the Annual Report.
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FIVE YEAR SUMMARY

AMOUNTS IN USD MILLION
INCOME STATEMENT
Revenue
Profit before depreciation, amortisation
and impairment losses, etc. (EBITDA)
Depreciation, amortisation and
impairment losses, net
Gain on sale of non-current assets, etc., net
Share of profit/loss in joint ventures
Share of profit/loss in associated companies
Profit before financial items (EBIT)
Financial items, net
Profit before tax
Tax
Profit for the year continuing operations
Profit for the year discontinued operations
Profit for the year
A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S' share
2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

47,569 47,386 49,491 49,917 45,559
11,919
11,372
11,797
14,104
15,201
7,008 4,628 5,065 5,292 5,870

600
145
610
210
670
-6
152
130
-
412
295
222
122
82
5,917
7,336
7,694
9,144
10,083
-606 -716 -780 -862
-1,026
5,311 6,620 6,914 8,282 9,057
2,972 3,237 3,161 5,932 4,518
2,339
3,383
3,753
2,350
4,539
2,856
394
285
1,027
479
5,195
3,777
4,038
3,377
5,018
5,015
3,450
3,740
2,836
4,705
BALANCE SHEET
Total assets
Total equity
Invested capital
Net interest-bearing debt
Investments in property, plant and equipment
and intangible assets
68,844 74,509 72,396 70,444 66,756

42,225 42,513 39,324 36,190 34,376
49,927 54,630 53,814 51,753 47,013
7,698 11,642 14,489 15,317 12,409
9,368
7,087
7,826
10,901
5,626
CASH FLOW STATEMENT

Cash flow from operating activities1
Cash flow used for capital expenditure1
8,761 8,909 7,041 6,665 9,585

-6,173 -4,881 -5,822
-10,285 -4,167
FINANCIAL RATIOS
Return on invested capital after tax (ROIC)
Return on equity after tax
Equity ratio
11.0%
8.2%
8.9%
8.3%
12.2%
12.3%
9.2%
10.7%
9.6%
15.4%
61.3% 57.1% 54.3% 51.4% 51.5%
STOCK MARKET RATIOS
2014 2013 2012 2011 2010
Earnings per share (EPS), USD

230
158
171
130
216
Diluted earnings per share, USD
230
158
171
130
215
Cash flow from operating activities
per share, USD1
401 408 323 305 439
Dividend per share, DKK
300
280
240
200
200
Dividend per share, USD
49
52
42
35
36
Share price (B share), end of year, DKK
12,370
11,770
8,520
7,584
10,102
Share price (B share), end of year, USD
2,021
2,175
1,506
1,320
1,800
Total market capitalisation, end of year
42,848
46,305
31,876
28,018
38,741

GROUP BUSINESS DRIVERS
Maersk Line
Transported volumes (FFE in '000)
9,442
8,839
8,493
8,111
7,277
Average freight rate (USD per FFE)
2,630
2,674
2,881
2,828
3,064
Unit cost (USD per FFE incl. VSA income)
2,584
2,731
3,054
3,108
2,898
Average fuel price (USD per tonne)
562
595
661
620
458
Maersk Line fleet, owned
274
275
270
254
245
Maersk Line fleet, chartered
336
299
326
391
325
Fleet capacity (TEU, '000)
2,946
2,631
2,625
2,521
2,166
Maersk Oil
Average share of oil and gas production
(thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day)
251
235
257
333
377
Average crude oil price (Brent)
(USD per barrel)
99
109
112
111
80
APM Terminals
Containers handled (measured in million TEU
and weighted with ownership share)
38.3
36.3
35.4
33.5
31.5
Number of terminals
64 65 62 55 48
Maersk Drilling
Operational uptime
97% 97% 92% 96% 96%
Contracted days
6,275
5,840
5,574
5,586
5,145
Revenue backlog (USD bn)
6.0
7.9
7.2
3.8
3.1
1 From continuing operations.
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THE GROUP
STRATEGY
The Group is executing on the strategy
to become a premium conglomerate with
five of our eight businesses now world-class
performers in their industries.
We strengthened the Groups portfolio and focus by divesting

non-core assets, continuing to apply rigorous and disciplined
capital allocation, and by improving the Groups capital efficiency and performance.
OUR STRATEGY
We will continue to build a premium conglomerate through
active portfolio and performance management, disciplined
capital allocation and a clear financial strategy.
We use our global network, skilled people and financial flexibility to enable customers and countries to create wealth and
fulfil their economic potential.
The existing strong position in growth markets will remain a
focus area going forward, as the Group is in a good position to
support and capitalise on the growth.
The Groups financial ambition is to develop its business units
and achieve above 10% ROIC over the cycle.
OUR SUCCESS FACTORS
As a group, our business success is built on a number of
strengths: Our size and global reach, our financial flexibility,
our talented employees, our time-honoured values, our commitment to safety and sustainability and our drive to innovate.
OUR VALUES
We are proud of our heritage and our corporate values are of
the highest importance to us. Our values are closely linked to
our founding family, and have helped us earn and keep the
trust and goodwill of customers, business partners and employees across the globe.
Our values guide the way our employees behave, make decisions and interact with others whether they work in Denmark
or globally.
Our values unite our global workforce, ensuring a commitment
and continuity of service and a high calibre customer experience.
THE MAERSK GROUP CORE VALUES
Constant Care Take care of today, actively prepare for
tomorrow.
Humbleness
Listen, learn, share, give space to others.
Uprightness
Our word is our bond.
Our Employees The right environment for the right people.
Our Name The sum of our values, passionately striving
higher.
Combined, these strengths form a unique platform for our

continued profitable growth.
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Business units
The financial ambitions for the Groups business units as most
recently communicated in August 2014.
THE GROUP STRATEGY PROCESS

The Board of Directors performs an annual strategy review to
ensure that the Groups strategy is regularly assessed according to market developments, including developments in the oil
price.
The Groups annual strategy review and the allocation of capital is a fully integrated process.
THE GROUP'S PRIORITIES FOR 2015

We have set out the following Group Priorities for 2015:
Position our company for a new oil environment
The recent steep decline in the oil price means we must adapt
our business to fit this new reality. Cost reductions will be
critical to maintaining and improving competitiveness across
the Group.
Maersk Line
Maersk Drilling
APM Terminals
Maersk Oil
APM Shipping
Services
Maersk Line
2014 Self-funded.
EBIT 5%-points > peers. Grow with the market.
Maersk Oil
2020 400,000 boepd.
ROIC at least 10% during rebuild.
APM Terminals
2016 USD 1bn NOPAT. Global leader.
Maersk Drilling
2018 USD 1bn NOPAT.
Significant position on ultra-harsh, ultra deepwater.
Strategies, including detailed plans and opportunities for the

coming years are developed for each business unit.
The total capital requirements across businesses are prioritised with a view to optimise the portfolio of the Group and
in line with financial policies. Evaluation parameters include
industry attractiveness, financial return forecasts, business
performance and overall strategic aspirations. The resulting
plan provides the framework for each business unit. Portfolio
adjustments are integrated into the plan.
Differentiate through technology and innovation

Better use of technology and innovation is critical to maintaining our competitive edge in the digital age. This will be an
important driver for reducing cost as well as enhancing our
customer experience.
Define growth platforms for the future
While we must not lose focus on our core capabilities we also
need to identify the areas where we see our future growth
stemming from. These could be related to our current businesses or in entirely new areas.
The integrated Group strategy review, portfolio actions and

capital prioritisation process starts at the beginning of the
year. The Board of Directors have their annual strategy conference at which the Board discusses proposals put forward by
the Executive Board and decides on the strategy.
The outcome of the Board of Directors annual strategy conference will, as in previous years, be communicated in connection
with the Groups interim report for the second quarter of 2015.
The outcome will be available for download from:
APM Shipping Services

2016 USD 0.5bn NOPAT. Self-funded.
Maersk Oil's ambitions are challenged by the lower oil price.

Our responses are reduction in the exploration and operational
cost base and acquisitions are considered.
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Target/policy
To develop world class businesses that achieve above
10% ROIC over the cycle.
Be top quartile performers in their industry.
Following a number of years with poor market conditions for

Maersk Tankers, it was decided to divest the VLCC segment,
thereby significantly decreasing their invested capital.
Maersk Drilling and APM Terminals have seen the largest relative increase in their invested capital since Q2 2012, driven
by acquisitions and investments in terminals and rigs.
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Dansk Supermarked Group 1
Maersk Tankers
-5%
Svitzer
-2%
Damco
36%
Maersk Oil
94%
Maersk Supply Service 2
Development in invested capital Q2, 2012 Q4, 2014
Other businesses
CAPITAL ALLOCATION AND GROWTH

The Group has an ambition to grow its invested capital, mainly
by executing the investment pipeline.
Target/policy
75% of the Groups invested capital is to be invested in Maersk
Line, Maersk Oil, APM Terminals and Maersk Drilling.
The total invested capital is to grow towards USD 55-60bn
by 2017.
Maersk Line
Developments in 2014
Maersk Line, APM Terminals and Maersk Supply Service
achieved a ROIC above 10%.
Maersk Line, Maersk Oil, APM Terminals, Maersk Supply
Service and Svitzer are top quartile performers in their
industries.
Below top quartile performance are Maersk Drilling,
Maersk Tankers and Damco. For Maersk Drilling this is
due to the high number of drilling rigs on yard stays,
however, the operational performance for Maersk Drilling
was top quartile.
Performance in APM Shipping Services was diverse with
two business units (Maersk Supply Service and Svitzer)
delivering top quartile performance, while two performed
below (Maersk Tankers and Damco), albeit with Maersk
Tankers performing considerably above the industry
average.
APM Terminals
The Group will create value through

profitable growth and by creating winning
businesses. The Group seeks to improve
the return on invested capital (ROIC) by
focused and disciplined capital allocation,
portfolio optimisation and performance
management. The Group intends to share
the value creation by growing ordinary
dividends in nominal terms and through
initiation of our first share-buy-back programme in 2014.
Maersk Oil has spent more than USD 1bn per year on exploration in 2012 and 2013; less in 2014. Due to the disappointing
exploration results over the last couple of years Maersk Oil
has decided to reduce its exploration activities, but also consider other means to grow reserves and future production for
example by buying shares of existing discoveries or fields.
Maersk Drilling
EXECUTION
ON GROUP
STRATEGY
2014
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
The Group is focused on performance management, both towards the specific long term goals established for each business
unit, as well as on the current operational performance across
a range of key performance indicators. Financial targets are set
both in absolute terms, as well as relative to the industry.
-21% -25%
-28% -33%
-60%
1 Discontinued operations.
2 Esvagt is moved from Maersk Supply Service to Other businesses.
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78% of the Groups invested capital is invested in Maersk
Line, Maersk Oil, APM Terminals and Maersk Drilling
(68% in Q2 2012).
The invested capital dropped by 5.3% since Q2 2012, adversely
impacted by the sale of Dansk Supermarked Group and the
USD 3.0bn impairments, including USD 2.2bn in Maersk Oil,
of which USD 1.7bn related to the Brazilian assets recognised
in 2014.
71% of all outstanding capital commitments are dedicated
to growth in Maersk Oil, APM Terminals and Maersk Drilling.
PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
The Group is focused on developing the Group's strong positions
in growth markets, and exit businesses that do not support the
future strategy.
No acquisitions of companies or activities with significant impact to the Group were undertaken in 2014.
Invested capital end 2014

Maersk Line
% OF
GROUP TOTAL
Cash flow from divestments of USD 4.4bn. Primarily:
The majority share in Dansk Supermarked Group.
APM Terminals Virginia, Portsmouth, USA.
A revised strategy for Maersk Oil, Brazil as resource estimates was significantly reduced.
Following the decline in oil price, we revised our strategy
in Maersk Oil to focus on less expensive resources as well
as cost savings. Based on our extensive experiences from
shipping, the Group is well-prepared for a sharper cost
focus, and both Maersk Oil and Maersk Drilling have embarked on initiatives to drive down costs.
Exit the Very Large Crude Carriers segment.
Divestment of drilling activities in Venezuela.
11%
APM Terminals
12%
Maersk Drilling
15%
9%
The Group raised around USD 6.6bn in new financing,
including the first issuance of USD bonds (USD 1.3bn)
and the refinancing of the revolving credit facility of
USD 5.1bn.
A planned decreased liquidity reserve by USD 2.0bn to
USD 11.6bn.
Loans and leases with a total principal amount of USD 2.1bn
were repaid before maturity during 2014.
DIVIDEND
The Group may in periods have a stronger financial position
than what is needed to fund the strategic development and
retain financial flexibility over a longer period of time. In these
periods, the Group will evaluate the need for capital and will
consider how to manage excess capital.
Dividend is the Groups primary distribution of capital to our
shareholders. The nominal dividend has increased steadily
over the last decade.
FUNDING
The Groups capital structure and liquidity reserve are
managed in line with the Groups current Baa1/BBB+ credit
rating.
Target/policy
The Groups objective is to increase the nominal dividend
per share over time; supported by underlying earnings
growth.
All debt financing is arranged centrally and the Group generally intends to raise funding at the parent company level from
diversified sources including bonds, which accounted for 37%
of gross debt as of 31 December 2014.
Increased pay-out to shareholders through a share buy-back
programme of up to DKK 5.6bn within 12 months initiated in
Q3 2014.
DKK 300 dividend per share to be paid out for 2014, an
increase of 7% over 2013, supported by a underlying earnings growth of 33%.
5.1% increase in the share price in 2014.
40%
Maersk Oil
APM Shipping
Services
Target/policy
To actively manage the portfolio of businesses to ensure
focus on the most profitable and least volatile business areas.
Building a balanced portfolio across several businesses.
Execute a focused capital allocation.
Target/policy
Secure long term commitments.
Obtain funding from diversified sources.
Secure an adequate liquidity reserve at all times.
Other businesses 13%
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INVESTED CAPITAL AND ROIC

The Group is a conglomerate of
Maersk Line is the worlds
Maersk Oil is a medium sized
APM Terminals is one of the
Maersk Drilling is a leading
APM Shipping Services
worldwide businesses established

in 1904 with core focus in the
industries of shipping and energy.
The Group operates in some 130
countries and is headquartered
in Copenhagen, Denmark. The
Groups ambition is to achieve
a ROIC above 10% over the cycle.
largest container shipping company offering reliable, flexible

and eco-efficient ocean transportation in all parts of the world.
upstream international oil and

gas company with roots in the
North Sea, now with operations
worldwide. Maersk Oil is active
from exploration to production
both onshore and offshore.
worlds leading port developers

and operators. The global network
consists of 64 operating terminals
and over 140 inland services.
global drilling contractor with a

fleet of high technology drilling
rigs, providing offshore drilling
services to oil and gas companies
with one of the worlds youngest
and most advanced fleets.
comprises four industry

leading businesses;
Maersk Supply Service,
Maersk Tankers,Damco
and Svitzer.
Invested capital USD million
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49,927
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2014
(20,084)
47,013
2010
ROIC %
ROIC %
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(3,713)
2010
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30
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2011
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10.1% (4,749)
40
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2012
N.A.
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11.5% (5,809)
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2014
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2014
9.4%
8.4% (4,283)
10.3% (5,124)
2010
35.7% (16,782)
(7,623)
2012
2011
10%
2014
10.5% (5,320)
10.7% (5,495)
12.9% (6,427)
50%
2013
2012
2011
37.1% (18,502)
10%
15.3%
12.2% (6,177)
13.5% (6,920)
2011
(5,933)
2013
2012
40.3% (20,648)
50%
2014
11.9%
12.8% (6,478)
2012
51,753
(5,282)
2013
39.6% (20,046)
10%
2014
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2013
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2014
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FINANCIAL
REVIEW
INCOME STATEMENT
Revenue increased to USD 47.6bn (USD 47.4bn), primarily
due to higher container volumes at lower freight rates as
well as higher oil entitlement production at a lower average
oil price.
The Groups profit for the year was

USD 5.2bn (USD 3.8bn) and the equity
totalled USD 42.2bn (USD 42.5bn).
Profit increased by USD 1.4bn to USD 5.2bn (USD 3.8bn) impacted

by the USD 2.8bn gain from the sale of the majority share of
Dansk Supermarked Group and other divestment gains of USD
600m (USD 145m) partly offset by the net impairments after
tax of USD 2.2bn primarily related to the Brazilian oil assets of
USD 1.7bn, UK oil assets USD 188m, and goodwill in Svitzer USD
357m. Last year was negatively impacted by net impairments
of USD 220m mainly related to Maersk Tankers.
Due to improved performance in Danske Bank, the Groups 2008
impairment of USD 202m was reversed in Q4 2014.
Further comments to the profit development are provided per
segment below.
MAERSK LINE PERFORMANCE
Maersk Line made a profit of USD 2.3bn (USD 1.5bn) and a ROIC
of 11.6% (7.4%). The underlying profit was USD 2.2bn or 50%
higher than last year (USD 1.5bn).
The review of the financial statement is carried out

through the presentation of the Groups businesses.
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The EBIT margin gap to peers was estimated at around 9%,

which was significantly above the 5% ambition level. The
achievement came from 5.4% lower unit costs mainly due to
improved network efficiencies and lower bunker price. Efficiencies were achieved through increased volumes in line with
market as well as continued vessel network optimisation and
active capacity management. Average freight rates decreased
by 1.6% to 2,630 USD/FFE (2,674 USD/FFE) and volumes increased by 6.8% to 9,442k FFE (8,839k FFE). Bunker consumption in kg/FFE was reduced by 7.9% and bunker prices decreased by 5.7%.
Recognised freight revenue was USD 25.0bn (USD 23.7bn) and

other revenue was USD 2.4bn (USD 2.5bn).
To minimise the impact of the low and volatile freight rate environment, Maersk Line continued to absorb capacity by active
capacity management in the form of idling, slow steaming and
blanked sailings.
Maersk Line increased the fleet capacity to 2.9m TEU (2.6m
TEU) by end of 2014 mainly due to delivery of 11 Triple-E vessels. Five Triple-E vessels suited for the Asia-Europe trade are
on order for delivery during first half of 2015. No newbuilding
orders were placed during 2014.
Cash flow from operating activities increased by USD 387m to
USD 4.1bn compared to 2013. Cash flow used for capital expenditure increased by USD 367m to a total of USD 2.0bn primarily
related to the Triple-E newbuildings and containers, leaving a
free cash flow of USD 2.1bn on par with 2013.
MAERSK OIL PERFORMANCE
Maersk Oil reported a loss of USD 861m (profit of USD 1.0bn)
and a ROIC of negative 15.2% (positive 16.2%) with an underlying profit of USD 1.0bn (USD 1.1bn).
The result was negatively affected by net impairments after
tax of USD 1.9bn of which USD 1.7bn related to Brazilian assets
while the rest primarily related to the UK. The income for 2013
included insurance compensation of USD 205m primarily related to Gryphon.
The underlying result for 2014 was 4% lower than last year
mainly due to 9% lower average prices of USD 99 per barrel
versus USD 109 per barrel in 2013. This was partly offset by
7% higher entitlement production 251,000 boepd (235,000
boepd) and 33% lower exploration costs USD 765m (USD
1.1bn). The increased entitlement production came primarily
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from the UK (34%) and Algeria (31%) partly offset by a decline

in Denmark (8%). Operating expenses (excluding exploration
costs) increased by 14% to USD 2.8bn (USD 2.5bn) compared
to 2013; however the majority of the increase was related to
directly recoverable costs and hence with limited impact on
the underlying result.
Both Golden Eagle in the UK and Jack in the US Gulf of Mexico
came on stream in Q4 2014. Maersk Oil completed 14 exploration
and appraisal wells of which 11 were dry. The successful wells
were Marconi in the UK, Buckskin in the US Gulf of Mexico and
one Johan Sverdrup appraisal well in Norway. Due to disappointing exploration results in the past couple of years coupled
with a prolonged depressed oil price scenario, Maersk Oil decided to reduce its exploration activities.
Cash flow from operating activities was USD 2.6bn (USD 3.2bn),
negatively affected by lower oil prices and increase in operating
costs, however, partly offset by higher entitlement production
and lower exploration costs. Cash flow used for capital expenditure increased to USD 2.2bn (USD 1.8bn) mainly as a result of
overall increased development activities.
The development project at the Al Shaheen field offshore Qatar
is progressing as planned and was with 22 wells completed
by the end of 2014 almost half way through the drilling programme. Preparation for the further development is being discussed with Qatar Petroleum.
In Angola, tender bids for the Chissonga project have been
received. With the low oil price, the project is challenged and
negotiations with authorities, partners and contractors are
ongoing.
The high pressure high temperature gas field Culzean off
shore UK is progressing towards expected sanctioning mid2015 and production start-up in 2019.
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A development plan for Phase 1 of the Johan Sverdrup project off

shore Norway was submitted to the authorities on 13 February
2015 and sanctioning is expected mid-2015. Maersk Oils share
of the resources is 8.12%; however, the final resource allocation
is subject to approval by the Norwegian authorities. For Phase
1, Maersk Oils share of the costs are expected to be approximately USD 1.8 bn and the production share is expected at a level
of 28,000 boepd.
The yearly update of Maersk Oils reserves and resources as
per end of 2013 showed entitlement reserves and resources
(2P+2C) of 1.47bn barrels of oil equivalent (1.36bn boe) including proved and probable (2P) reserves of 0.60bn barrels of oil
equivalent (0.62bn boe). 2014 reserves and resources numbers
will be released in connection with the interim report for the
first quarter 2015.
APM TERMINALS PERFORMANCE
APM Terminals made a profit of USD 900m (USD 770m) and
a ROIC of 14.7% (13.5%) with an underlying profit of USD 849m
(USD 709m).
The result was positively impacted by net divestment gains
after tax of USD 232m (USD 62m) and negatively affected by
USD 181m (USD 0m) impairments related to European activities
of which USD 154m was related to joint venture companies.
The increased underlying profit came as a result of the number
of containers handled by APM Terminals (weighted with APM
Terminals ownership interest) growing in line with the market
by 5.3% to 38.3m TEU (36.3m TEU) supported by terminals becoming fully operational and broad growth across the portfolio.
The volumes from customers outside the Group grew by 3.5%.
Total revenue increased by 2.8%, port revenue exceeded the
volume growth and revenue from inland services decreased
due to divestment of activities in the Americas and Asia as part
of continued efforts to optimise the portfolio.
Volume growth was partially impacted by the sale of APM

Terminals Virginia, Portsmouth, USA and Terminal Porte
Ocane, Le Havre, France. In addition, the sale of 29% voting
right in APM Terminals Callao SA, Peru, was completed, as well
as the sale of a 24% share of APM Terminals Zeebrugge, Belgium.
Construction of Maasvlakte II, The Netherlands has been completed and operations have commenced, with expected volume
ramp up during 2015. A new terminal project was secured in
Namibe, Angola through APM Terminals interest in Sociedade
Gestora de Terminais S.A. (Sogester), Angola.
Despite inflationary pressure in growth markets, the EBITDAmargin improved by 2.1% supported by commercial and operational efficiencies resulting in revenue improvements and cost
savings generating more than USD 100m primarily through the
retendering of several supplier contracts and continuous improvement initiatives across the portfolio.
Cash flow from operating activities of USD 925m (USD 923m)
was impacted negatively by tax payments of USD 142m related
to divestment gains as well as slightly deteriorating working
capital. Cash flow used for capital expenditure was more than
offset by cash flow generated from divestments leading to a
net positive cash flow from capital expenditure of USD 2m
(negative USD 841m).
APM Terminals continued a high level of investment in the development of its port interests both in the form of new projects
and expansions to existing ports. Invested capital came in at
USD 5.9bn (USD 6.2bn) a decrease of 4% compared to the previous year due to divestments.
MAERSK DRILLING PERFORMANCE
Maersk Drilling reported a profit of USD 478m (USD 528m)
and a ROIC of 7.1% (10.8%). The underlying profit was USD 471m
(USD 524m).
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The result was positively impacted by a gain of USD 73m from

the divestment of all activities in Venezuela and high operational uptime across the fleet, while planned maintenance of the
fleet, start-up of new rigs and impairments negatively impacted
the result. As a result of the weakened market for offshore rigs
Maersk Drilling made an impairment of USD 85m (USD 74m
after tax) of which USD 50m (USD 38m after tax) relates to the
joint venture Egyptian Drilling Company in Egypt.
All of Maersk Drillings 21 jack-up and floater rigs have been on
contract throughout 2014. The overall higher revenue was supported by 100% contract coverage and by a high operational
performance across the rig fleet with average uptime 97% (97%)
for the jack-up rigs and 96% (96%) for the floating rigs.
By the end of 2014, Maersk Drillings forward contract coverage
was 80% for 2015, 52% for 2016 and 30% for 2017. The total revenue
backlog by the end of 2014 amounted to USD 6.0bn (USD 7.9bn).
Operating costs increased due to additional start-up costs for
the five newbuildings with contract commencement during
2014 and the remaining three newbuildings to be delivered during 2015 and 2016. The cost level on the existing fleet excluding
newbuildings was on par with cost in 2013.
Five yard stays for planned surveys and upgrades were completed in 2014. Further, two offshore class surveys and upgrade
programmes were completed in 2014.
Maersk Drilling took delivery of five newbuilds, including three
ultra deepwater drillships and two ultra-harsh environment
jack-up rigs during 2014. Maersk Drilling has three rigs under
construction with two to be delivered in first quarter of 2015
and one in 2016.
The lower cash flow from operating activities of USD 701m
(USD 775m) was mainly related to the higher operating costs
combined with an increase in net working capital due to the
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higher activity level from five more rigs operating end of 2014
compared to 2013. Cash flow used for capital expenditures of
USD 2.2bn was USD 643m higher than last year mainly due to
instalments paid for the newbuildings.
APM SHIPPING SERVICES PERFORMANCE
APM Shipping Services made a loss of USD 230m (loss of USD
85m) and a negative ROIC of 4.2% (negative 1.3%). The underlying profit was USD 185m (USD 37m).
Maersk Supply Service reported an improved profit of USD
201m (USD 187m) and a ROIC of 11.9% (10.7%). The underlying
profit was USD 189m (USD 182m).
The 2014 result was positively impacted by a strong second
half of the year after a challenging first half. In the third quarter
the market improved significantly, especially for large Anchor
Handling Tug Supply Vessels (AHTS), and in combination
with sales gains Maersk Supply Service reached a 2014 result
slightly above the previous year.
Maersk Supply Service entered the year with good contract
coverage and during the year concluded a number of new long
term contracts as well as extensions in key markets covering
Africa, Australia, Brazil, Canada as well as the North Sea where
the majority of the fleet is employed. Contract coverage going
into 2015 is 50% and 29% for 2016 excluding options.
Operating costs were USD 430m (USD 423m) with the increase
mainly driven by modification projects, higher repair and maintenance costs as well as increased stores cost. This was partly
offset by lower commissions.
During the year Maersk Supply Service sold four vessels resulting in sales gains of USD 12m (USD 5m).
As part of the extensive investment plans Maersk Supply Service
has been active ordering vessels to support the growth strategy
focusing on high-end AHTS and Subsea Support Vessels (SSVs).

A total of 11 newbuildings were ordered during the year (one
Cable Layer, four SSVs and six AHTS). Consequently cash flow
used for capital expenditure increased to USD 188m (USD 81m).
Cash flow from operations remained nearly unchanged at USD
356m (USD 360m).
Maersk Tankers made a profit of USD 132m (loss of USD 317m)
and a positive ROIC of 6.8% (negative 10.4%). The underlying
profit was USD 139m (loss of USD 172m).
The result was positively affected by improved earnings for
the LR2 and VLCC segments, cost saving initiatives and reversal of provision for onerous contracts of USD 87m (provision of
USD 144m), offset by lower activity following the divestment of
the Gas segment in 2013.
Time charter equivalent (TCE) earnings in the VLCC segment
improved, particular in the first half of the year and kept stable
throughout 2014. Average TCE earnings in the Product segments
increased with 4% compared to 2013 driven by LR2. Total TCE
earnings were negatively impacted by the divestment of the
Gas segment in 2013 and the gradual delivery of the VLCC vessels to its new owners.
Operating cost decreased in 2014 compared with 2013 as a result of cost saving initiatives contributing positively with USD
22m, the divestment of the Gas and VLCC segments and reversal of the provision for onerous contracts.
Depreciation and amortisation decreased by USD 63m compared with 2013, driven by the divestment of the Gas and
VLCC segments. Net impairments in 2014 were USD 4m (USD
153m).
Cash flow from operating activities was USD 232m (USD 223m),
positively impacted by improved operating margin and reduction in net working capital, offset by the lower activity from the
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reduced fleet. Net cash flow from capital expenditures was positive USD 650m (positive USD 748m), primarily driven by the
divestments of the VLCC segment.
Svitzer made a loss of USD 270m (profit of USD 156m) and a

ROIC of negative 19.2% (positive 10.8%). The underlying profit
was USD 82m (USD 134m).
Damco made a loss of USD 293m (loss of USD 111m) and a

ROIC of negative 63.2% (negative 22.0%). The result was impacted by significant impairment losses of USD 68m (USD
6m), mainly related to goodwill and other acquired intangible
assets as well as reduced profitability in the ocean and airfreight activities despite an improving but still unsatisfactory
overhead cost level.
The result development was affected by net impairment of USD

354m (USD 6m) primarily goodwill related to the 2007 Adsteam
acquisition in Australia. Svitzer's Australian operations are negatively impacted by industry overcapacity, a high industrial cost
structure and a general slowdown of bulk activities.
Revenue was USD 3.2bn (USD 3.2bn) with volumes growing

by 11% for Supply Chain Management whereas the ocean
freight volumes declined by 6% and airfreight volumes fell by
16%. Margins in all three segments were under pressure and
declined through 2014.
The additional visibility achieved through standard system
roll-outs and the strengthening of the control framework revealed further exposures in certain geographies and product
categories. This resulted in several adjustments which impacted the result negatively.
The restructuring initiatives and roll-out of the new operating
platform have proven more complex than originally anticipated,
generating delays in getting the planned productivity improvements to materialise. Consequently, overhead cost has remained
above the desired level and additional organisational rightsizing
was initiated during 2014, adding more restructuring cost with
benefits expected for 2015 and onwards. The restructuring
initiatives are expected to strengthen commercial competitiveness and get Damco back to profitable growth in 2015.
Cash flow from operating activities was negative USD 201m
(negative USD 14m) due to the result development and increased
working capital following the roll-out of a new operating system.
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The underlying result was impacted by writedown of long outstanding salvage receivables and a provision for redundancies
in the harbor towage segment.
Revenue was USD 812m (USD 831m) with growth seen in new activities in Europe countered by a negative impact from competition in Australia together with a general slowdown in Australian
bulk ports and the divestment of Svitzer's spot fleet in Asia.
Terminal towage developed satisfactory, however overall profits were negatively impacted by the sale of two joint ventures
in 2013.
Low levels of emergency response activity in the salvage market
continued throughout 2014.
well as replacement vessels. Investments in 2013 were offset

by the sale of joint ventures.
OTHER BUSINESSES
Other businesses made a profit of USD 408m (USD 400m). The
primary contributor was the Groups share of the result in Danske
Bank of USD 330m compared to USD 254m in 2013. The Groups
share of underlying result in Danske Bank was USD 449m, excluding the banks impairment of USD 321m and reversal of the
Groups 2008 goodwill impairment of USD 202m. The remaining
activities were primarily affected by divestment activities in 2013.
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Dansk Supermarked Group contributed with a profit of USD
2.9bn (USD 394m). Excluding divestment gain, the profit was
USD 81m (USD 394m).
UNALLOCATED ACTIVITIES
Unallocated activities comprise revenue and cost, etc. which is
not attributed to reportable segments, including purchase of
bunker and lubricating oil on behalf of companies in the Group
as well as financial items. The financial items were negative by
USD 606m (negative by USD 716m); the decrease in net financial
expenses was primarily driven by lower net interest expenses
due to lower net debt, lower interest rates and higher capitalised
borrowing costs.
Cost increased by USD 28m primarily due to start-up of new operations and terminal towage projects, and due to a general cost
increase in Australia. In 2014, Svitzer launched programmes to
improve crew and onshore productivity with further savings to
materialise in 2015.
TAX
Companies in the Group are taxed under different tax regimes,
depending on location and activity. Special tax rules apply to
some of the Groups activities.
Cash flow from operating activities increased to USD 203m

(USD 180m) driven by improved collection of receivablespartly
offset by lower operating result and higher tax. Cash flow from
investing activities increased to USD 235m (USD 2m) mainly due
to investments in vessels for new terminal towage contracts as
As a general rule, shipping activities are subject to a tonnage

based or similar tax system, under which the computation of
taxable income includes an amount calculated on the basis of the
fleets tonnage. Moreover, in certain countries freight taxes are
paid mainly based on the gross freight income in those countries.
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In most countries, oil and gas activities are subject to a special

form of taxation, which is often considerably higher than the
normal corporate tax rate.
Shares in associated companies decreased to USD 839m (USD

6.4bn) primarily due to the reclassification of the Danske Bank
shares to held for sale.
The total tax charge for the Group in 2014 was USD 3.0bn (USD
3.2bn) of which taxes payable to Denmark were USD 0.8bn (USD
1.1bn). The amounts related to the special hydrocarbon tax were
USD 0.5bn (USD 0.6bn) and USD 0.3bn (USD 0.5bn) represented
corporate tax on oil activities. The decrease in the special hydrocarbon tax was largely due to the drop in oil prices. The shipping
activities tax payment to Denmark was USD 13m (USD 20 m).
Derivatives were as of 31 December 2014 a net liability of

USD 500m (net asset of USD 125m). The movement was primarily related to the USD appreciating against main hedging
currencies.
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Comprehensive income for the year was USD 3.6bn (USD 4.3bn)
and includes the profit for the year of USD 5.2bn (USD 3.8bn)
and other comprehensive income which was negative by USD
1.6bn (positive by USD 0.5bn). Other comprehensive income
mainly includes exchange rate adjustment on translation
from functional currency to presentation currency, fair value
adjustment of certain securities, value adjustment of cash flow
hedges and actuarial gains and losses.
BALANCE SHEET
At 31 December 2014, total assets amounted to USD 68.8bn
(USD 74.5bn).
Intangible assets decreased to USD 2.8bn (USD 4.8bn), mainly
due to the impairment of USD 1.7bn on the Brazilian oil rights.
Property, plant and equipment of USD 44.7bn (USD 41.3bn) increased by USD 3.4bn with investments in the year of USD 8.9bn
(USD 6.9bn). Depreciation for the year was USD 4.2bn (USD
4.3bn) and net impairment losses of USD 421m (USD 165m)
were recognised. Sale of tangible assets amounted to USD 512m
(USD 4.9bn) including the transfer to held for sale in 2013 of
the Dansk Supermarked Group. Currency adjustments resulted
in a decrease of USD 399m (decrease of USD 91m).
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Cash and cash equivalents totalled USD 3.5bn (USD 3.3bn) at

31 December 2014, including offsetting bank overdrafts of USD
102m (USD 102m).
Assets held for sale of net USD 5.3bn (USD 6.9bn) comprised
assets expected to be sold during 2015 including the shares in
Danske Bank.
Equity totalled USD 42.2bn (USD 42.5bn). The decrease was related to the sale of the Dansk Supermarked Group of USD 2.1bn,
the share buy-back of USD 653m, exchange rate adjustments
of USD 1.2bn, cash flow hedges of USD 288m and dividend paid
USD 1.3bn (USD 1.1bn). The reduction was partly offset by the
profit for the year of USD 5.2bn.
The actuarial net liability for pensions, etc. in relation to defined benefit plans recognised totalled USD 217m (USD 261m) at
31 December 2014. Developments in the actuarial assumptions
as well as changes to the minimum funding requirements resulted in actuarial losses of USD 9m (gains of USD 50m), which
are included in other comprehensive income. In 2014, the Group
paid USD 81m (USD 68m) to defined benefit plans.
Deferred tax liabilities totalled USD 701m (USD 1.1bn) at 31 December 2014, and recognised deferred tax assets totalled USD
536m (USD 478m). Furthermore, deferred tax assets of USD
1.5bn (USD 812m) have not been recognised, cf. note 9 to the
consolidated financial statements.
CASH FLOW
Cash flow from operating activities USD 8.8bn (USD 8.9bn) was
negatively impacted by increased tax payments of USD 466m
which was partly offset by improved working capital as well as
less interest paid.
Cash flow used for capital expenditure was USD 6.2bn (USD
4.9bn). The increase was mainly due to higher investments in
Maersk Drilling, Maersk Line and Maersk Oil. Cash flow from
financing activities was negative by USD 4.7bn (negative by
USD 2.6bn) impacted by larger repayments of loans following
the sale of Dansk Supermarked Group.
OPERATING LEASE COMMITMENTS
The present value of the operating lease commitments totalled
USD 7.7bn at 31 December 2014 (USD 8.7bn at 31 December 2013)
using a discount rate of 6% (6%). The amount is divided into the
following main items:
Maersk Line and Maersk Tankers of USD 3.8bn (USD 4.6bn)
primarily relating to vessels on time charter
APM Terminals of USD 3.1bn (USD 3.2bn) primarily related
to future concession fees for port facilities
Other commitments of USD 0.8bn (USD 0.9bn).
About one-third of the time charter payments in Maersk Line
and in Maersk Tankers are estimated to relate to operational
costs for the assets. Please refer to note 17 in the consolidated
financial statements for an overview of maturity.
CONSOLIDATION
The consolidated financial statements of the Group are included in the consolidated financial statements of A.P. Mller
Holding A/S.
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PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

The activities of the parent company comprise primarily the oil
and gas activities in the Danish sector of the North Sea. In addition activities include the holding of shares in subsidiaries and
associated companies and the Groups Finance Department.
In the parent company financial statements, shares in subsidiaries and associated companies are recognised at cost, less
impairment losses, and in the income statement, dividends
from subsidiaries and associated companies are recognised as
income.
Profit for the year was USD 8.0bn (USD 1.3bn), primarily impacted by gain on sale of Dansk Supermarked Group.
At 31 December 2014, total assets amounted to USD 54.2bn
(USD 51.1bn) and equity totalled USD 27.2bn (USD 21.1bn).
Maersk Line activities have been transferred to a fully owned
subsidiary in 2015 and are classified as held for sale and discontinued operations in the parent company in 2014. Comparative
figures have been restated for the income statement and cash
flow statement.
Assets held for sale primarily consist of Maersk Line activities
and the investment in Danske Bank.
Cash flow from operating activities was USD 0.6bn (USD 1.1bn).
Working capital items, financial expenses paid and taxes paid
improved, while dividends received and financial income received decreased.
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RISK
MANAGEMENT
Framework In 2014 a revised Enterprise Risk
Management (ERM) framework was rolled out,
enabling and supporting a consistent, robust
and focused approach to assessing the three
main categories comprising the Groups risk
universe, namely the Known Risks, Emerging
Risks and Portfolio Risks. The three pillars are
explored through a combination of risk reporting, internal reviews, external expert input and
analysis.
The main findings are presented to the Executive
Board as well as the Board of Directors, and
serve as input to the annual strategic review
and capital allocation processes.
The Audit Committee annually reviews the process for potential improvements and further development of the Group risk
management approach. In conjunction with the further development of ERM processes and deepening integration of the
framework, the Committee continues to emphasise its focus
on progressing ERM within the Group.
KNOWN RISKS
Known risks are considered actual risks to business objectives within the planning period, 2015-2020. While some risks
are integral in the industries we operate in and are therefore
accepted as part of our operations and managed accordingly,
several such risks continue to have the potential of adversely
impacting our business in the short to medium term, such as:
A sharp and prolonged drop in oil prices constitutes a risk as we
are increasingly targeting technologically demanding and costly
industry segments. The recent substantial decline in the oil price
during the end of 2014 and beginning of 2015, has led to reduced
cash flows primarily from our oil and drilling operations. Depending on market developments, it may jeopardise the longer term
strategy of securing commercially viable contacts for Maersk
Drilling and delivering on our 2020 target of 400 thousand barrels
of daily entitlement production in Maersk Oil. Ultimately this
could impact our ability to meet our financial targets.
The Board of Directors perform an annual strategy review to ensure that the Groups strategy is regularly assessed according to
market developments including developments in the oil price.
A major accident or oil spill remains an inherent risk in the
Groups operations, particularly in the oil and gas, offshore and
tanker businesses. A high severity incident would first and foremost present a risk to our employees as well as potentially the
marine environment, wildlife and local community. Additionally
it could result in large scale impact on assets, cash position, and
reputation and put our licence to operate at risk. The Group is
supporting incident free operations to mitigate this risk.
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A major cyber-attack could prove crucial to our ability to operate and deliver on our commitments, as the Group is involved
in complex and wide ranging global services, making it highly
dependent on well-functioning IT-systems. Business disruptions could be as severe as lasting several months, impacting
our fleets and off-shore equipments ability to safely continue
operations. The Group is monitoring the cyber threat closely
and proactively addresses it through enhancements of our
cyber resilience and focus on business continuity.
A potential widening of the container liner business supplydemand imbalance is a perpetuated threat in an environment
with increasing tonnage and moderate global demand growth.
A structural gap and overcapacity, coupled with the significant
exposure Maersk Line has on the Asia-Europe trade where the
larger vessels are increasingly deployed, leaves the Group vulnerable to significant fluctuations in freight rates and the risk of
sustaining commercial losses. The risk is mitigated by designing a competitive network, building up customer loyalty, simplifying the organisation and optimising the network through
alliances and vessel sharing agreements, such as the 2M.
EMERGING RISKS
Emerging risks are potential future risks, looking over a time
horison beyond that of the planning period. It is a strong underlying modus operandi, that the Group pursues a sustainable
long term business and growth strategy. This means we need
to proactively consider future uncertainties that may affect
and potentially put such an aspiration at risk, which is done
through a comprehensive process aimed at identifying emerging long term threats. Some of the emerging risks identified,
were addressed through deep dive studies which were completed through 2013 and 2014.
An oil study examined the potential of global oil demand to
peak between 2020 and 2030 as consumers may switch away
from oil towards other sources of energy. In such an event, oil
prices would buoy within a delimited oil price corridor, with
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costs of new incremental sources of oil supply constituting a

price floor, while accelerated shifts away from oil as an energy
source, and hence easing demand, would serve as a ceiling.
Such an outcome may leave the profit pool for the global oil
industry challenged due to lower profit margins and volumes.
Similarly it would pose a downside risk to the demand for offshore drilling rigs and other related oil service industries.
the right time is not straight forward, but it has the potential of
providing relative competitive advantages, conversely acting
prematurely may result in unnecessary costs. Ensuring proper
enforcement post potential implementation was identified as
a key uncertainty and will remain a focus, while we prepare to
take a well-informed compliance decision.
A separate deep dive investigated plausible ways of meeting

a global sulphur emission cap of maximum 0.5%, which is
expected to be introduced in the shipping industry in 2020 or
2025. The study found several possible compliance options to
be considered. Given the uncertainty surrounding the timing
of implementation, choosing the right future fuel solution at
An industry analysis had the objective of depicting potential

scenarios for future developments in the Exploration & Production (E&P) landscape faced by Maersk Oil and its peers. The
analysis revolved around the challenges and opportunities
among groups of E&P companies in the different scenarios, and
included an assessment of various strategies and the potential
implications of such for Maersk Oil and its selected long term
portfolio growth strategy.
Impact of diversification (NOPAT volatility)
Overall the emerging risks studies aim at increasing our understanding of the uncertainty elements facing us in the future
and enable us in improving the Groups readiness for same.
USD million
1,400
1,248
1,200
69
92
33%
risk reduction
1,000
842
375
Looking at trends ahead, one risk has emerged and strengthened, namely the ongoing significant increase in vessel size, solidified by the arrival of the Triple-E vessels. On this backdrop,
the topic for a 2014/2015 deep dive study is the potential impact
and general risk picture surrounding Large Vessel Disasters.
800
PORTFOLIO RISKS
Being a global conglomerate, while spanning across multiple
geographies and industries, the Group also considers risks
associated with its composition of businesses and countries of
operation. This means that when managing our portfolio, both
dimensions need to be assessed and considered, i.e. the balance
in our industry exposure and our geographic presence.
600
400
712
200
0
Individual
Maersk Drilling
APM Terminals
Based on data Q1 2007 through Q3 2014.

Asset value, end 2014.
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Aggregate
Maersk Oil
Maersk Line
a well-diversified portfolio of businesses able to absorb shocks

inflicting volatility within single businesses.
This is also evidenced when considering the Groups combined
NOPAT volatility, which is 33% lower than the volatility of each
of the individual businesses. From a geographic risk point of
view, the portfolio on average remains in the moderate category.
The Groups approved investments may modestly increase
the average exposure for each USD invested, but will remain
well-balanced by substantial investments in a number of low
risk countries, see the graph Country risk and asset value.
Country risk and asset value

Asset value USD bn
Total
48
46
EU
24
22
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
Asia &
Pacific
Other Europe &
Eurasia
Central &
South America
North America
Middle East
Africa
EFTA
0
OECD rating
Looking at the correlation between the main businesses, see

the graph Impact of diversification, suggests that managing
them as a portfolio in a conglomerate as opposed to four standalone businesses, reduces the associated risks. It also implies
The chart depicts the Group asset values by region, against the associated OECD
country risk rating, with 7 being a high risk environment. The OECD score serves
as an illustrative relative benchmark. The regional aggregates are the individual
country risks weighted by the corresponding asset accumulation of the Group.
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CORPORATE
GOVERNANCE
Corporate governance is a matter that
A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S Board of Directors
continuously considers on the basis of the
Companys activities, external environment,
history and needs etc.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

As a Danish listed company, A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S must comply with or explain deviations from the Recommendations for
Corporate Governance (Anbefalinger for god selskabsledelse)
implemented by NASDAQ Copenhagen in the Rules for issuers
of shares (Regler for udstedere af aktier) and Section 107b of
the Danish Financial Statements Act (rsregnskabsloven).
The Board of Directors of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S has prepared
a statement on corporate governance for the financial year 2014.
The statement can be reviewed and downloaded via:
http://investor.maersk.com/governancestatement.cfm
The statement includes a description of the Companys approach
to each of the recommendations in the Recommendations for
Corporate Governance as well as a description of the Companys
management structure and the main elements of the Groups
internal control and risk management systems related to the
Groups financial reporting process.
MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE
A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S has a two-tier management structure
consisting of the Board of Directors and the Executive Board
(Management), as illustrated below. The Board of Directors
lays down the general business and management principles for
the Group and ensures the proper organisation of the Group.
Furthermore, the Board of Directors decides the strategy and
the risk policies and supervises the performance of the Company and its Management. The Board of Directors shall consist
of 413 members elected by the Annual General Meeting. The
Board members are selected for a two-year term. There are
Board members up for election every year to ensure continuity
in the work of the Board of Directors. Board members are eligible for re-election.
The Executive Board functions as the day-to-day management.
The members of the Executive Board are Nils S. Andersen,
Kim Fejfer, Claus V. Hemmingsen, Sren Skou, Jakob Thomasen
and Trond Westlie. Further information is available in the statement on corporate governance for 2014.
Framework for corporate governance

Shareholders
Board of Directors
Chairmanship
Internal Audit
Remuneration Committee
Audit Committee
Executive Board (Management)
Organisation
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SHAREHOLDER
INFORMATION
The Group executed on its first ever
structured share buy-back and issued
bonus shares in 2014.
SHARE PRICE DEVELOPMENT

The total market value of the Group was USD 43bn at the end
of 2014. The B share reached its highest price in 2014 of DKK
15,220 on 19 September 2014 and its lowest price of DKK 11,120
on 16 December 2014. The price closed at DKK 12,370 at the end
of 2014, corresponding to an increase of 5.1% compared to the
end of 2013. The total shareholder return for the B share was
21.0% in 2014. The Maersk B share underperformed its benchmarks MSCI Europe Transportation by 1.5% and the 40 largest
Nordic companies by 3.5% in 2014.
around 12% of the share capital. Total international institutional holdings were unchanged but with some changes in the
distribution of country.
SHARE CAPITAL
At the Annual General Meeting of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S on
31 March 2014 the shareholders decided on the issue of bonus
shares by four shares to one, whereby the share capital has increased by a transfer of reserves from retained earnings.
The shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Copenhagen and are
divided into two classes: A shares with voting rights and B
shares without voting rights. Each DKK 1,000 A share entitles
the holder to two votes. The total share capital of DKK 21,978m
consists of 21,978,000 shares equally split between A and B
shares.
OWNERSHIP
The total number of registered shareholders increased by
17,000 to around 82,000 during 2014. Shareholders with more
than 5% of share capital or votes held 52.8% of the share capital. The 20 largest institutional shareholders together owned
Share price development

MSCI Europe Transportation
DKK
Maersk B
OMX Nordic 40
15,500
14,500
13,500
12,500
11,500
10,500
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Source Factset, numbers are rebased.
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OWN SHARES
The Board of Directors decided to initiate a share buy-back
programme of up to DKK 5.6bn (approximately USD 1bn) to be
executed during a 12 months period beginning September 2014.
The purpose of the share buy-back programme is to adjust the
capital structure of the company and to meet the obligations
arising from employee share option programmes. The Groups
holding of own shares comprised 1.8% of the share capital end
of 2014, cf. note 11 to the consolidated financial statements.
In addition to the ordinary dividend the Board of Directors will

declare, subject to authorisation from the shareholders, an extraordinary cash dividend equal to the prevailing market value
of the Groups 20.05% ownership interest in Danske Bank A/S.
The extraordinary dividend will be determined based on the
Volume Weighted Average Price of Danske Bank A/S shares
traded during a pricing period of five trading days, expected
to commence Friday 20 March and expire Thursday 26 March
2015. No extraordinary dividend will be paid to treasury shares.
Based on the value of the shares on 31 December 2014, the value
of the extraordinary dividend is estimated to DKK 33,850m
equivalent to USD 5,530m using the exchange rate as per
31 December 2014 (around DKK 1,569 per share of DKK 1,000
excluding treasury shares).
DIVIDEND
The Board of Directors proposes an ordinary dividend to the
shareholders of DKK 300 per share of DKK 1,000 (DKK 280 per
share of DKK 1,000). The proposed dividend payment represents an ordinary dividend yield of 2.4% (2.4%), based on the
Maersk B shares closing price as of 30 December 2014. Payment
is expected to take place on 7th April 2015. The Group intends to
continue the historical trend of increasing dividends nominally
per share supported by underlying earnings strength.
The Maersk share: Key figures

Year-end share price (DKK, B share)
2014
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The Annual General Meeting will be held on 30 March 2015 in
Copenhagen, Denmark.
INVESTOR RELATIONS
The Group is covered by around 30 analysts, predominantly
from international investment banks, who regularly publish
research reports. A list of the analysts and other relevant
information, including financial reports, investor presentations, share and bond information, is available on:
http://investor.maersk.com
FINANCIAL CALENDAR 2015

30 March
Annual General Meeting
13 May
Interim Report 1st Quarter
13 August
Interim Report 2nd Quarter
24 September
Capital Markets Day
6 November
Interim Report 3rd Quarter
2013 2012 2011 2010
12,370 11,770
8,520
7,584 10,102
Share price range (DKK, B share)
4,100
3,778
2,564
4,334
2,984
Market capitalisation at year-end

(USD billion, A and B share)
42,8
46,3
31,9
28,0
38,7
Earnings per share (USD)
230
158
171
130
216
Dividend per share

(DKK, A and B share)
300
280
240
200
200
Estimated extraordinary dividend

per share (DKK, A and B share)
1,569
Dividend yield (%, B share)1
15.1% 2.4% 2.8% 2.6% 2.0%
Total shareholder return (%, B share)1 21.0% 41.4% 15.5% -22.9% 40.4%
Shareholders with more than 5% of share capital or votes

Shareholders according to
the Danish Companies Act 55 are
Share
capital
A.P. Mller Holding A/S, Copenhagen, Denmark
41.51%
51.23%
A.P. Mller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Mllers

Familiefond, Copenhagen, Denmark
8.37%
12.84%
Den A.P. Mllerske Stttefond,

Copenhagen, Denmark
2.94%
5.86%
Votes
1 Including extraordinary dividend based on the value of the Danske Bank shares
on 31 December 2014.
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OUR
EMPLOYEES
The Groups Human Resources
department works in close cooperation
with the Human Resources departments in
the business units to ensure that the Group
has an engaged, motivated workforce and a
clear link between performance and rewards
as well as to secure a sufficient number of
highly qualified, well-trained and diverse
employees to manage the planned growth.
In 2014, we have seen continued progress and actions towards

our diversity goals. More information on diversity can be obtained from the Groups Sustainability Report.
started to pay off with local nationals emerging in the Maersk

Oil talent pools and a doubling of Qataris in leadership positions
within a year.
The businesses units each have their key priorities and focus
areas to support their respective strategies; below are examples from the Groups business units.
APM Terminals unfortunately suffered 10 fatal accidents in

2014. These fatalities primarily involved sub-contractors on the
APM Terminals' premises. APM Terminals continuously drives
towards safe operations across the business in a pursuit to
eliminate unsafe behaviour.
For Maersk Line, teamwork, focus and simplicity are consistently emphasised as behaviours that are critical driving performance and making Maersk Line a sustainable top quartile
performer. The Maersk Line Operating system was introduced
in 2014 to drive business goals through a standard operating
model. This system will help to drive focus, teamwork and simplicity whilst allowing our employees to maximise their potential and grow the business.
The talent review process has also been simplified and standardised across Maersk Line in 2014. A standard Talent Management toolbox is now available across the company to ensure
that employees are able to develop to their full potential A new
leadership development programme will be introduced that will
help develop and drive value creation from talent whilst keeping employees motivated and inspired by world class leaders.
During 2014 APM Terminals introduced several new initiatives

and safety drives to further improve conditions across the portfolio. These include the campaign Care for Contractors increasing awareness and focus towards the safety of sub-contractors
working on terminals and inland service sites and Project Stack,
an initiative to improve safer container handling at the cost of
productivity.
Since 2011 Maersk Drilling has invested USD 5.3bn in eight new
rigs with delivery in 2014-16 requiring a total of 1,450 new employees of which around 550 were hired during 2014. Maersk
Drilling has the aim to remain at the forefront of innovation to
ensure safe operation for people and environment, and to ensure
a safe and efficient operation of the new rigs all new employees
have been enrolled in on-boarding and training programmes.
Maersk Oil benefits from its good demographic profile compared to industry peers. The early career employee group was
strengthened by the annual inflow from the successful MITAS
programme (Maersk International Technology and Science
Programme), with a 2014 batch of 19 nationalities and 36% females. The share of mid-career professionals and overall group
of technical experts is high compared with the industry, and
provide Maersk Oil with a strong base to address the operational performance and project execution focus in 2014.
The focus on local workforce development, strategically important in countries like Qatar, Kazakhstan and Angola, has
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INNOVATION
The Group invests to ensure cuttingedge technology solutions across its
businesses. Innovation is focused on:
Delivering better services

Protecting employees
Minimising environmental impact
Creating new business opportunities
Ensuring cost-effectiveness.
DIFFERENTIATE THROUGH
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
Better use of technology and innovation is critical to maintaining the Groups competitive edge in the digital age and this will
be an important driver for reducing cost as well as enhancing
our customer experience.
Maersk Line
Maersk Line has begun a journey to modernise its customer
interaction in line with the digital age, and the other business
units will also leverage from this.
The Group must take inspiration from leading global players
to reassess how we drive innovation in our own business.
Maersk Line actively works to achieve a combination of emissions reduction and cost savings through innovation to mutual
benefit of the environment and the business. We do this in
close collaboration with key suppliers and third parties. For
instance Maersk Line is a key partner in the BlueINNOship
innovation platform with the goal to jointly develop technologies to improve environmental performance over the coming
four years.
Maersk Line tests and evaluates technologies to prepare for
upcoming regulations such as abatement technologies to
reduce air emissions including the upcoming limits in sulfur
emissions.
Technological innovation is carried out by technology divisions

within the Groups business units, in close cooperation with
manufacturers, shipyards, suppliers, universities and research
institutes. Here are examples from the Groups business units.
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Maersk Line continues the retrofit programmes to update the

existing fleet with the most energy and cost efficient technologies, examples include:
Redesign propeller to improve efficiency at the actual
sailing speeds
Improve fuel efficiency by de-rating and tune the engine
for actual sailing speeds
Elevate the navigation bridge to increase capacity.
In addition, Maersk Line collects an increased level of operational Vessel data to improve performance and support planning of most fuel efficient voyages.
Maersk Line uses Information Technology in most of its innovation projects and strives to increase the pace in which we
evaluate and employ current and future technology trends.
An objective for Maersk Line is to improve the way information
is exchanged and processed in container shipping. Maersk Line
is working closely with universities, governments, business
partners to identify technology and concepts that can help reduce administrative barriers by standardising the exchange of
shipping information between all parties: Customers, authorities, terminals/ports and carriers.
Information Technology plays a key role in the way Maersk
Line interacts with customers. From CRM and to web-based
e-commerce and sales support solutions. In the end of 2014,
we launched a smartphone/tablet app, which gives our key
customers full access to updated information and metrics
about the customers transport activities with Maersk Line;
from carbon footprint to whether shipments were delivered
on time. The app is unique in the industry and the high level
of transparency enables a fact-based dialogue and faster resolution of issues.
Maersk Oil
Maersk Oil is seeking to establish a business advantage by
being good at extracting hydrocarbons from challenging
reservoirs such as tight chalk reservoirs in the North Sea.
The company strives constantly to push the technology to
new boundaries and has held several records in the field
of horisontal drilling. Innovation is an important priority
inside the company as well as when interacting with partners. A good example is the Danish Hydrocarbon Research &
Technology Centre, which was launched in September 2014
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based on funding of DKK 1bn from the Danish Underground

Consortium where Maersk Oil holds 31.2% interest. Close to
100 researchers will be focusing on development of technical
solutions which can increase the recovery of oil and gas from
the Danish North Sea. In Qatar, new technology development
also is in focus at the Maersk Oil Research and Technology
Centre where 15 researchers investigate new methods for increasing hydrocarbon recovery from the complex carbonate
reservoirs of the Maersk Oil operated, giant Al Shaheen field.
One key research programme investigates how the reservoir
injection of water with varying chemical and ionic compositions can liberate a larger volume of the oil adhering to the
tight and irregular rock surfaces.
Maersk Drilling
BP and Maersk Drilling announced in February 2013 a joint
study agreement to develop conceptual engineering designs
for a new breed of advanced technology drilling rigs that will
be critical to unlocking the next frontier of deepwater oil and
gas resources. Called 20K rigs, the BP-Maersk Drilling agreement will result in developing deepwater drilling rigs that can
safely and efficiently operate in high-pressure and high-temperature reservoirs up to 20,000 pounds per square inch and
350 degrees Fahrenheit. Implementing new technology in
Maersk Drillings fleet is critical in order to maintain our competitive advantage in the offshore drilling market, as customers
prefer modern, safe and more efficient rigs.
Maersk Oil is pursuing a strategy of protecting own developed

technology by filing patent applications for new inventions.
28 new inventions were made in 2014 and are currently being evaluated in a number of countries. 8 new patents were
granted in 2014. The Company currently holds 93 patents.
APM Terminals
APM Terminals has completed the construction of Maasvlakte
II in Rotterdam, The Netherlands and has commenced operations with an expected volume ramp up to occur during 2015.
With this, Maasvlakte II has become the worlds most technologically advanced automated terminal. Many of the systems
and technologies being implemented in this terminal will also
be utilised at APM Terminals new project at Lazaro Cardenas,
Mexico. The terminal is expected open in mid-2015, and will
be the first automated container terminal in Latin America.
Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico will feature fully automated electric
yard stacking cranes and shuttle carriers will be used for transport between the yard cranes and ship to shore cranes. APM
Terminals continues to seek out new opportunities in growth
markets where value can be added through the implementation of automated terminals that provide safe and sustainable
terminal services to clients.
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Financials
(In parenthesis the corresponding figures for 2013)
Consolidated financial statements 2014

Consolidated income statement/Consolidated statement of comprehensive income/Consolidated balance sheet at 31 December/Consolidated cash flow statement
Consolidated statement of changes in equity/Notes to the consolidated financial statements/Parent company/Statement of the Board of Directors and Management
Independent auditors' report
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CONSOLIDATED
INCOME STATEMENT
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
2014 2013
Note
1 Revenue
47,569 47,386
2
Operating costs
35,633
36,261

Other income
201
286

Other costs
218
39

Profit before depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses, etc.
11,919
11,372
6,7 Depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses, net
7,008
4,628
3
600
145
8
-6
152
8
412
295

Profit before financial items
5,917
7,336
4
Financial income
1,338
560
4
Financial expenses
1,944
1,276

Profit before tax
5,311
6,620
5 Tax
2,972
3,237

2,339
3,383
10 Profit for the year discontinued operations
2,856
394

Profit for the year
5,195
3,777

OF WHICH:

Non-controlling interests
180
327

5,015
3,450

11 Earnings per share of continuing operations, USD
100
147
11 Diluted earnings per share of continuing operations, USD
100
147

11 Earnings per share, USD
230
158
11 Diluted earnings per share, USD
230
158
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Notes/Financials
Note
2014 2013

Profit for the year
5,195
3,777

ITEMS THAT ARE OR MAY BE RECLASSIFIED SUBSEQUENTLY
TO THE INCOME STATEMENT

Translation from functional currency to presentation currency:
Translation impact arising during the year
-1,124
318
Reclassified to income statement, gain on sale of non-current assets, etc., net
continuing operations
-3
-
discontinued operations
-73
-

OTHER EQUITY INVESTMENTS:
Fair value adjustment for the year
-121
4
Reclassified to income statement, gain on sale of non-current assets, etc., net
-
-4

16 CASH FLOW HEDGES:

Value adjustment of hedges for the year
-409
103

Reclassified to income statement:
revenue
-4
-13
operating costs
28
-26
financial expenses
43
73
48

Reclassified to cost of property, plant and equipment
6
-6

5
Tax on other comprehensive income
17
-32

Share of other comprehensive income of joint ventures, net of tax
-24
12

Share of other comprehensive income of associated companies, net of tax
9
-6
Total items that are or may be reclassified subsequently
to the income statement
-1,607
423

ITEMS THAT WILL NOT BE RECLASSIFIED TO THE INCOME STATEMENT
14 Actuarial gains/losses on defined benefit plans, etc.
-21
57
5
12
-7

Total items that will not be reclassified to the income statement
-9
50

Other comprehensive income, net of tax
-1,616
473

Total comprehensive income for the year
3,579
4,250

OF WHICH:

134
415

3,445
3,835
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET

AT 31 DECEMBER
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET

AT 31 DECEMBER
31 December
1 January

2014 2013 2013
31 December
1 January

2014 2013 2013
6
Intangible assets
2,818
4,788

Ships, rigs, containers, etc.
31,851
27,857

Production facilities and equipment, etc.
7,291
6,144

Land and buildings
667
719

Construction work in progress and payment on account
4,862
6,573
7
Property, plant and equipment
44,671
41,293

8
Investments in joint ventures
1,698
1,985
8
Investments in associated companies
839
6,434

Other equity investments
943
72
16 Derivatives
40
252
14 Pensions, net assets
112
66

Loans receivable
453
113

Other receivables
509
700

Financial non-current assets, etc.
4,594
9,622

9
Deferred tax
536
478

Total non-current assets
52,619
56,181

Inventories
1,139 1,251

Trade receivables
4,077
4,629

Tax receivables
174
212
16 Derivatives
144
175

Loans receivable
104
150

Other receivables
804
933
Prepayments
608
484

Receivables, etc.
5,911
6,583

Securities
379
312

Cash and bank balances
3,507
3,259
10 Assets held for sale
5,289
6,923

Total current assets
16,225
18,328

Total assets
68,844
74,509
11 Share capital
3,985
738
Reserves
37,557 39,091

Equity attributable to A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
41,542
39,829

683
2,684

Total equity
42,225
42,513

13 Borrowings, non-current
10,913
12,702

14 Pensions and similar obligations
329
327
15 Provisions
4,642
4,189
16 Derivatives
432
127
9
Deferred tax
701
1,110

Other payables
-
21

Other non-current liabilities
6,104
5,774

Total non-current liabilities
17,017
18,476

13 Borrowings, current
1,412
3,041

15 Provisions
837
735

Trade payables
5,277
5,379

Tax payables
316
522
16 Derivatives
252
175

Other payables
1,236
1,287

Deferred income
260
251

Other current liabilities
8,178
8,349
10 Liabilities associated with assets held for sale
12
2,130

Total current liabilities
9,602
13,520

Total liabilities
26,619
31,996

Total equity and liabilities
68,844
74,509
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4,940
29,783
5,479
3,591
4,991
43,844
2,011
6,280
75
221
34
266
603
9,490
582
58,856
2,274
5,349
402
110
691
1,289
443
8,284
738
36,158
36,896
2,428
39,324
16,080
447
3,408
231
1,149
45
5,280
21,360
2,116
633
6,138
466
96
1,546
704
9,583
13
11,712
33,072
72,396
382
2,062
538
13,540
72,396
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CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT

2014 2013
Note

6,7
3

21

21

21

22
22
21

10


Depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses, net
Change in working capital
Change in provisions and pension obligations, etc.
Other non-cash items
Cash flow from operating activities before financial items and tax
Dividends received
Financial income received
Financial expenses paid
Taxes paid
Purchase of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment
Sale of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment
Acquisition of subsidiaries and activities
Sale of subsidiaries and activities
Other financial investments
Cash flow used for capital expenditure
Purchase/sale of securities, trading portfolio
Cash flow used for investing activities
Repayment of borrowings
Proceeds from borrowings
Purchase of own shares
Sale of own shares
Dividends distributed
Dividends distributed to non-controlling interests
Other equity transactions
Cash flow from financing activities
Net cash flow from continuing activities
Net cash flow from discontinued operations
Net cash flow for the year
Cash and cash equivalents 1 January
Currency translation effect on cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents 31 December
Of which classified as assets held for sale
Contents
Notes/Financials
5,917
7,008
-589
6
-412
260
-135
148
12,203
336
68
-557
-3,289
8,761
-8,639
1,515
-14
971
-6
-6,173
-90
-6,263
-4,876
1,988
-641
45
-1,131
-148
77
-4,686
-2,188
2,509
321
3,358
-273
3,406
-1
3,405
7,336
4,628
-138
-152
-295
252
332
87
12,050
269
79
-666
-2,823
8,909
-6,261
1,046
-20
27
327
-4,881
-26
-4,907
-2,567
982
14
-919
-134
-12
-2,636
1,366
84
1,450
1,901
7
3,358
-201
3,157
Cash and cash equivalents

2014 2013

3,507
3,259
Overdrafts
102
102

3,405
3,157
Cash and bank balances include USD 1.0bn (USD 1.2bn) that relates to cash and cash equivalents in countries with
exchange control or other restrictions. These funds are not readily available for general use by the parent company or
other subsidiaries.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

2014
A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S

Share capital
Translation
Reserve for
Reserve for
Retained
Total
Non-
Total equity

reserve
other equity
hedges
earnings
controlling
Note
investments
interests

Equity 1 January 2014
738
1,148
15
-24
37,952
39,829
2,684
42,513

Translation from functional currency to presentation currency
-
-1,155
-
-
-
-1,155
-45
-1,200

-
-
-121
-
-
-121
-
-121

Cash flow hedges
-
-
-
-287
-
-287
-1
-288

-
-
-
-
-24
-24
-
-24

-
-
-
-
9
9
-
9

Actuarial gains/losses on defined benefit plans, etc.
-
-
-
-
-21
-21
-
-21
5
-
-
-
17
12
29
-
29

-
-1,155
-121
-270
-24
-1,570
-46
-1,616

Profit for the year
-
-
-
-
5,015
5,015
180
5,195

-
-1,155
-121
-270
4,991
3,445
134
3,579

Dividends to shareholders
-
-
-
-
-1,131
-1,131
-672
-1,803
12 Value of share-based payments
-
-
-
-
19
19
-
19

Sale of non-controlling interests
-
-
-
-
-12
-12
-1,481 2
-1,493

Purchase of own shares
-
-
-
-
-653
-653
-
-653

Sale of own shares
-
-
-
-
45
45
-
45

Capital increases and decreases
3,247 1
-
-
-
-3,247 1
-
12
12

Other equity movements
-
-
-
-
-
-
6
6

Total transactions with shareholders
3,247
-
-
-
-4,979
-1,732
-2,135
-3,867

Equity 31 December 2014
3,985
-7
-106
-294
37,964
41,542
683
42,225
1 At the Annual General Meeting of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S on 31 March 2014 the shareholders decided
on the issue of bonus shares by four shares to one, whereby the share capital has increased by a transfer
of reserves from retained earnings.
2 Sale of Dansk Supermarked Group in April. A 19% share is retained by the Group as available-for-sale
(other equity investments).
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

2013

Share capital
Translation
Reserve for
Reserve for
Retained
Total
Non-
Total equity

reserve
other equity
hedges
earnings
controlling
Note
investments
interests

Balance at 31 December 2012
777
-995
15
-122
37,221
36,896
2,428
39,324

Impact of changes in accounting policies
-39
1,911
-
-
-1,872
-
-

738
916
15
-122
35,349
36,896
2,428
39,324

Translation from functional currency to presentation currency
-
232
-
-
-
232
86
318

Cash flow hedges
-
-
-
130
-
130
1
131

-
-
-
-
12
12
-
12

-
-
-
-
-6
-6
-
-6

Acturial gains/losses on defined benefit plans, etc.
-
-
-
-
55
55
2
57
5
-
-
-
-32
-6
-38
-1
-39

-
232
-
98
55
385
88
473

Profit for the period
-
-
-
-
3,450
3,450
327
3,777

Total comprehensive income for the period
-
232
-
98
3,505
3,835
415
4,250

-
-
-
-
-919
-919
-168
-1,087
-
-
-
-
6
6
-
6

Sale of own shares
-
-
-
-
14
14
-
14

-
-
-
-
-
-
3
3

Tax on transactions
-
-
-
-
14
14
6
20

Other equity movements
-
-
-
-
-17
-17
-
-17

-
-
-
-
-902
-902
-159
-1,061

738
1,148
15
-24
37,952
39,829
2,684
42,513
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Notes/Financials
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NOTES
NOTE 1
Segment information
NOTE 2
Operating costs
NOTE 3
Gain on sale of
non-current assets, etc., net
33
NOTE 12
Share-based payment
36
NOTE 13
Borrowings
51
NOTE 14
Pensions and similar obligations
51
NOTE 6
Intangible assets
NOTE 7
NOTE 8
and associated companies
NOTE 9
Deferred tax
NOTE 10
Discontinued operations
and assets held for sale
NOTE 11
Share capital and
earnings per share
Contents
39
NOTE 24
Summary of significant
accounting policies
65
NOTE 25
Significant accounting
estimates and judgements
69
NOTE 15
Provisions
54
NOTE 26
New financial reporting
requirements71
NOTE 16
Derivatives
55
NOTE 27
Joint operations
NOTE 17
Financial instruments
by category
56
NOTE 18
Financial risks, etc.
58
NOTE 19
Commitments
61
NOTE 20
Contingent liabilities
62
NOTE 21
Cash flow specifications
63
NOTE 22
Acquisition/sale of
subsidiaries and activities
63
NOTE 23
Related parties
64
38
NOTE 4
Financial income and
expenses38
NOTE 5
Tax
49
72
41
42
44
45
46
48
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NOTE 1 SEGMENT INFORMATION


Maersk Maersk APM Maersk Maersk Maersk Damco Svitzer Total

Line
Oil
Terminals
Drilling
Supply
Tankers
reportable

Service
segments
2014
External revenue
26,921 8,737 2,740 2,092 764 1,174 3,160 781
46,369
Inter-segment revenue
430
-
1,715
10
14
1
4
31
2,205
Total revenue
27,351 8,737 4,455 2,102 778 1,175 3,164 812
48,574

4,212
5,116
1,010
903
348
271
-148
170
11,882
Depreciation and amortisation
1,870
1,441 302 313 142 132 34 93
4,327
Impairment losses
-
2,209
27
35
-
4
68
358
2,701
Reversal of impairment losses
72
1
-
-
-
-
-
3
76
89
4
374
82
12
-4
-
5
562
-
-
-14
-36
1
-
9
23
-17
1
-5
93
-
-
-
-
-
89
Profit/loss before financial items (EBIT)
2,504
1,466
1,134
601
219
131
-241
-250
5,564
Tax
163
2,327
234
123 18 +1 52 20
2,936
Net operating profit/loss after tax (NOPAT)
2,341
-861
900
478
201
132
-293
-270
2,628

4,119
2,594 925 701 356 232 -201 203
8,929
-1,974
-2,198
2
-2,160
-188
650
-45
-235
-6,148
Free cash flow
2,145 396 927
-1,459 168 882 -246 -32
2,781

Investments in non-current assets1
2,186
3,010 912
2,400 203 204 26 213
9,154

Intangible assets
1 1,482 1,156 35
9
2 117 15 2,817
21,693 7,525 2,862 7,463 1,734 1,448 87 1,008
43,820
-
-
1,476
118
-
1
28
65
1,688
1
-
504
-
-
1
-
-
506
Other non-current assets
161
600
137
33
3
-
38
54
1,026
Assets held for sale
13
-
58
-
16
180
6
-
273
Other current assets
2,726
1,185 800 687 179 185 738 136
6,636
Total assets
24,595
10,792 6,993 8,336 1,941 1,817 1,014 1,278
56,766

Non-interest-bearing liabilities
4,511
5,510
1,060 713 237 234 693 209
13,167
Invested capital, net
20,084 5,282 5,933 7,623 1,704 1,583 321 1,069
43,599

1 Comprise additions of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment,
including additions from business combinations.
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NOTE 1 SEGMENT INFORMATION CONTINUED


Maersk Maersk APM Maersk Maersk Maersk Damco Svitzer Total

Line
Oil
Terminals
Drilling
Supply
Tankers
reportable

Service
segments
2013
External revenue
Inter-segment revenue
Total revenue
25,686 9,142 2,702 1,972 764 1,624 3,212 810

45,912
510
-
1,630
-
8
1
-
21
2,170
26,196 9,142 4,332 1,972 772 1,625 3,212 831
48,082

Depreciation and amortisation
Impairment losses
Profit/loss before financial items (EBIT)
Tax
Net operating profit/loss after tax (NOPAT)
3,313
5,760
892
863
349
21
-65
217
11,350
1,789
1,570 297 239 146 195 28 85
4,349
10
98
-
-
-
230
6
6
350
19
-
-
-
-
77
-
-
96
38
-
70
4
5
8
2
29
156
-
-
93
19
-1
-
8
22
141
-
-42
68
-
-
-
-
-
26
1,571
4,050
826
647
207
-319
-89
177
7,070
61
3,004 56
119 20 +2 22 21
3,301
1,510
1,046
770
528
187
-317
-111
156
3,769

Free cash flow
3,732
3,246 923 775 360 223 -14 180
9,425
-1,607
-1,800
-841
-1,517
-81
748
-23
-2
-5,123
2,125
1,446 82 -742 279 971 -37 178
4,302
Investments in non-current assets1
1,729
2,414
903
1,489 93 19 29 81
6,757
Intangible assets
Other non-current assets
Other current assets
Total assets
1 3,096 1,098 19
6
5 193 367 4,785
21,421 6,548 2,812 5,459 1,727 1,440 90 969
40,466
-
-
1,708
159
-
4
29
66
1,966
2
197
492
-
-
5
-
-
696
111
603
188
66
4
-
46
43
1,061
-
-
189
-
-
980
5
-
1,174
2,951
1,500 845 516 192 381 798 193
7,376
24,486
11,944 7,332 6,219 1,929 2,815 1,161 1,638
57,524
Non-interest-bearing liabilities
Invested capital, net
4,440
5,466
1,155 899 230 480 749 275
13,694
20,046 6,478 6,177 5,320 1,699 2,335 412 1,363
43,830
1 Comprise additions of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment,

including additions from business combinations.
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Notes/Financials
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NOTE 1 SEGMENT INFORMATION CONTINUED

2014 2013

REVENUE
Reportable segments
Other businesses
Unallocated activities (Maersk Oil Trading)
Eliminations
Total
48,574
48,082
1,480
1,475
236
441
-2,721 -2,612
47,569
47,386
OF WHICH:
Sale of goods including sale of oil and gas
Rendering of services, etc.
9,093
38,476
PROFIT FOR THE YEAR

Reportable segments
Other businesses
Unallocated tax
Other unallocated items
Eliminations
Total continuing operations
Discontinued operations, after eliminations
Total
The agreement has no effect on the Group as the transactions are eliminated in the consolidation.
2,628
3,769
408
400
-606
-716
27
+87
105
144
41 -13
2,339
3,383
2,856
394
5,195
3,777
56,766
57,524
6,745
7,301
6,558
5,759
-
5,674
-1,225 -1,749
68,844
74,509
LIABILITIES
Reportable segments
Other businesses
Unallocated activities
Dansk Supermarked Group
Eliminations
Total
13,167
13,694
487
466
14,128
17,288
-
2,100
-1,163 -1,552
26,619
31,996
Notes/Financials
Management has chosen not to apply finance lease accounting for the internal reporting and accordingly these terminals
are still reported as part of APM Terminals in the segment information. The effect for APM Terminals is an increase of
USD 97m (USD 70m) in revenue and USD 66m (USD 42m) in EBIT excluding the gains or losses in connection with the
de-recognition of non-current assets. Maersk Line is affected by the same amount on cost and EBIT.
9,850
37,536
ASSETS
Reportable segments
Other businesses
Unallocated activities
Dansk Supermarked Group
Eliminations
Total
Contents
APM Terminals and Maersk Line have entered into a commercial agreement whereby Maersk Line is secured dedicated
capacity in certain strategically important terminals. Under the terms of the agreement, substantially all of the risks
and benefits associated with ownership of these terminals are transferred to Maersk Line.

External revenue
Tax paid
Non-current assets1
Geographical split
2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013

Denmark
2,846 3,465 887 1,118
17,342
15,920
Algeria
1,516
1,319 712 121 542 565
China and Hong Kong
2,046
2,076
17
23
3,350
3,615
Qatar
3,678 3,993 1,259 1,447 695 628
Singapore
406 458
1 15 5,422 6,850
United Kingdom
3,354 2,990 19 16 4,698 4,683
USA
5,553 5,174 161
-6 4,011 2,954
Other
28,170 27,911 233
89 11,429 10,866
Total
47,569 47,386 3,289 2,823 47,489 46,081
1 Comprise intangible assets and property, plant and equipment.
Geographical information
Revenue for the shipping activities is based on the destination for ships operated by the Group and on customer location
for ships on time charter. For non-current assets, which cannot be easily moved (e.g. drilling rigs, oil producing facilities,
etc.), geographical location is where the assets are located. For all other assets, geographical location is based on the
legal ownership. These assets consist mainly of ships and containers registered in China, Denmark, Singapore, United
Kingdom and the USA.
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NOTE 1 SEGMENT INFORMATION

CONTINUED
NOTE 2 OPERATING COSTS

Exploration activities (Maersk Oil)
2014 2013
Income
5
16
Exploration costs
765
1,149
1,825
119
Exploration expenses, net
2,585
1,252
Intangible assets1
998
2,512
Total assets
2,300
4,089
Total liabilities
229
646

-593
-633
-225
-182
Free cash flow
-818
-815

1 Comprise mainly oil rights.
The exploration activities include Maersk Oils income, expenses, assets, liabilities and cash flows related to exploration
for and evaluation of oil and gas resources. Activities in the subsequent development phases are not included. The
income relates primarily to farm-out agreements. Expenses comprise exploration costs, equipment costs, amortisation
and impairment losses related to exploration rights, etc. The assets, liabilities and cash flows comprise Maersk Oils
entities primarily engaged in exploration activities.

2014 2013

Costs of goods sold
526
550
Bunker costs
5,292
5,890
Terminal costs
4,740
4,505
Intermodal costs
3,198
3,106
Port costs
1,930
1,922
Rent and lease costs
2,993
3,196
Exploration costs
765
1,149
Staff costs
5,920
5,626
Integration and restructuring costs
89
109
Other
10,180 10,208
Total operating costs
35,633
36,261

REMUNERATION OF EMPLOYEES
Wages and salaries
5,352
5,058
Severance payments
130
133
Pension costs, defined benefit plans
36
43
Pension costs, defined contribution plans
383
335
Other social security costs
369
361
Total remuneration
6,270
5,930

OF WHICH:
Recognised in the cost of assets
157
87
Included in exploration costs
114
118
Included in integration and restructuring costs
79
99
Expensed as staff costs
5,920
5,626

Average number of employees1
89,207 88,909
1 Reference is made to the sustainability report for the under-represented gender in leadership.
Rent and lease costs include contingent rent totalling USD 167m (USD 209m), which entirely relates to operating leases.
Customary agreements have been entered into with employees regarding compensation in connection with resignation
with consideration for local legislation and collective agreements.
For information about share-based payment reference is made to note 12.
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NOTE 2 OPERATING COSTS CONTINUED

Fees and remuneration of the Executive Board

Fixed annual fee
Cash incentive
Performance shares
Total remuneration to the Executive Board
2014 2013
16
6
2
24
Fees and remuneration to the Board of Directors and the Executive Board
Contract of employment for the Executive Board contains terms customary in Danish listed companies, including
termination notice and competition clauses. In connection with a possible takeover offer, neither the Executive Board
nor the Board of Directors will receive special remuneration. Fees and remuneration do not include pension.
The Board of Directors has received fees of USD 4m (USD 4m).
Contents
Notes/Financials
15
4
19

KPMG1
KPMG including

Statsautoriseret
network firms

Revisionspartnerselskab
Fees to the statutory auditors
2014 2013 2014 2013

Statutory audit
2 4 9
12
Other assurance services
-
-
-
1
Tax and VAT advisory services
-
4
4
5
Other services
-
4
2
4
Total fees
2 12 15 22

PricewaterhouseCoopers
PwC including

Statsautoriseret
network firms

Revisionspartnerselskab

2014 2013 2014 2013

Statutory audit
3 3 8 6
-
-
-
-
-
1
1
Other services
1 2 3 6
Total fees
4
5
12
13

1 2013 fees were paid to the former Danish KPMG firm.
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NOTE 3 GAIN ON SALE OF

NON-CURRENT ASSETS, ETC., NET
NOTE 4 FINANCIAL INCOME AND EXPENSES


Gains1
Losses

1 Gains include dividends received from other equity investments of USD 11m (USD 7m).
2014 2013
648 255
48 110
600
145
Gains relate to the sale of the APM Terminals Virginia, Portsmouth, USA of USD 353m, divestment of Maersk Drilling
activities in Venezuela of USD 73m and a number of non-current assets.
In 2013, gains primarily related to the sale of the Brigantine Group, China of USD 29m and a number of non-current
assets. Losses mainly related to the divestment of DFDS of USD 56m.
2014 2013
Interest expenses on liabilities

536
678
Of which borrowing costs capitalised on assets1
235 176
Interest income on loans and receivables
88
83
Interest income on securities
3
1
Fair value adjustment transferred from equity hedge reserve (loss)
49
70
Unwind of discount on provisions
77
67
Net interest expenses
336
555

Exchange rate gains on bank deposits, loans and working capital
1,046
275
Exchange rate losses on bank deposits, loans and working capital
825
592
Net foreign exchange gains/losses
221
-317

Fair value gains from derivatives2
200 198
Fair value losses from derivatives2
682 45
Fair value gains from securities
-
2
Fair value losses from securities
10
Net fair value gains/losses
-492
155

Dividends received from securities
1
1
Financial expenses, net
606
716

OF WHICH:
Financial income
1,338
560
Financial expenses
1,944
1,276
1 The capitalisation rate used to determine the amount of borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation is 3.9% (4.4%).
2 Include gain on hedging instrument in fair value hedge of USD 92m (loss of USD 89m) and loss on the hedged item of
USD 88m (gain of USD 65m).
For an analysis of gains and losses from derivatives reference is made to note 16.
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NOTE 5TAX
2014 2013
TAX RECOGNISED IN THE INCOME STATEMENT

Current tax on profits for the year
3,004
Adjustment for current tax of prior periods
94
Utilisation of previously unrecognised deferred tax assets
-5
Total current tax
3,093
2,905
55
2,960
Origination and reversal of temporary differences

-348
Adjustment for deferred tax of prior periods
-124
Recognition of previous unrecognised deferred tax assets
-12
Reassessment of recoverability of deferred tax assets, net
7
Total deferred tax
-477
Total income tax
2,616
Tonnage and freight tax
98
Oil tax based on gross measures
258
Total tax expense
2,972

AVERAGE EFFECTIVE TAX RATE:
Profit before tax
5,311
Income subject to Danish and foreign tonnage taxation, etc.
-2,171
6
-412
Profit before tax, adjusted
2,734
6,620
-1,294
-152
-295
4,879
Tax using the Danish corporation tax rate (2014: 24.5%, 2013: 25%)
Effect of income taxes on oil and gas
Tax rate deviations in foreign jurisdictions
Non-taxable income
Non-deductible expenses
Adjustment to previous years' taxes
Change in recoverability of deferred tax assets
Deferred tax asset not recognised
Other differences, net
Total income tax
1,219
2,498
-1,004
-100
200
-15
-100
177
65
2,940
Contents
Notes/Financials
670
1,938
-886
-127
216
-30
-10
753
92
2,616
150
-70
-112
12
-20
2,940
99
198
3,237

2014 2013

TAX RECOGNISED IN OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME AND EQUITY
Cash flow hedges
-17
32
Actuarial gains/losses on defined benefit plans, etc.
-12
7
Tax recognised in other comprehensive income, net
-29
39
Tax recognised directly in equity
-
-20
Total
-29
19

OF WHICH:
Current tax
-8
29
Deferred tax
-21
-10
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NOTE 6 INTANGIBLE ASSETS


Goodwill
Terminal
Oil con-
Other
Total
and service
cession
rights
concession
rights

rights
COST
1 January 2013
Addition
Acquired in business combinations
Disposal
Transfer, assets held for sale
Exchange rate adjustment
31 December 2013
Addition
Disposal
31 December 2014
824
-
-
-
-82
-67
675
-
96
-
-37
542
1,104
240
7
26
-
-35
1,290
164
-
-
-84
1,370
7,280
185
-
98
-
-1
7,366
251
5
-
-
7,612
715
126
-
3
-243
-7
588
63
11
1
-10
631
9,923
551
7
127
-325
-110
9,919
478
112
1
-131
10,155
1 Of which USD 362m (USD 191m) is under development. USD 48m (USD 52m) is related to terminal rights with
indefinite useful life in Poti Sea Port Corp. The impairment test is based on the estimated value in use according
to business plans. An average discount rate of 13.8% (13.0%) p.a. after tax has been applied in the calculations.
Furthermore, the development in volumes and rates are significant parameters. Service concession rights with a
carrying amount of USD 226m (USD 222m) have restricted title.
2 Of which USD 712m (USD 2.7bn) is related to oil concession rights where amortisation will begin when production
commences. These rights will only be subject to impairment testing when trigger events occur.
3 Of which USD 0m (USD 17m) is related to on-going development of software.
AMORTISATION AND
IMPAIRMENT LOSSES
1 January 2013
205
196
4,173
409
4,983
Amortisation
-
48
174
61
283
Impairment losses
4
-
49
1
54
Disposal
-
14
98
3
115
-5
-
-
-50
-55
-7
-11
-
-1
-19
31 December 2013
197
219
4,298
417
5,131
Amortisation
-
54
96
49
199
Impairment losses
392
-
1,756
34
2,182
Disposal
96
-
5
9
110
-
-
-
1
1
-42
-16
-
-8
-66
31 December 2014
451
257
6,145
484
7,337

CARRYING AMOUNT:

31 December 2013
478
1,071 1
3,068 2
171 3
4,788

31 December 2014
91
1,113 1

1,467 2
147 3
2,818
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NOTE 6 INTANGIBLE ASSETS CONTINUED

Impairment tests of intangible assets have been carried out within the following cash generating units, applying
the below methods and key assumptions based on identified impairment indicators during the year, cf. note 25.
In the cash generating units below the tests gave rise to impairment losses.

Applied discount rate p.a. after tax
Impairment losses
Recoverable

amount
Operating segment
Cash generating unit Methodology

2014 2013 2014 2013 2014
OIL CONCESSION RIGHTS
Maersk Oil
Brazil area
Value in use
8.5%
-
1,706
-
600
Maersk Oil
UK
Value in use
8.5%
8.5%
50
49
403

GOODWILL
Svitzer
Adsteam Marine Limited (Australia)
Value in use
6.9%
7.8%
357
-
Damco
Airfreight Service
Value in use
8.5%
9.0%
35
4
75

OTHER RIGHTS
Other
Value in use
-
-
34
1
Total
2,182
54
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NOTE 7 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT


Ships, rigs, Production
Land and
Construc-
Total

containers,
facilities
buildings
tion work

etc. and equip- in progress
ment, etc.
and pay-

ment on

account

Land and Construc-
Total

containers,
facilities
buildings
tion work

etc. and equip- in progress
ment, etc.
and pay-

ment on

account
COST
1 January 2013
Addition
Acquired in business combinations
Disposal
Disposal on sale of businesses
Transfer
31 December 2013
Addition
Disposal
Transfer
31 December 2014
DEPRECIATION AND
IMPAIRMENT LOSSES
1 January 2013
17,906
17,639
1,971
24
37,540
Depreciation
2,446
1,714
95
-
4,255
Impairment losses
266
49
-
-
315
88
49
4
9
150
Disposal
1,123
144
5
-
1,272
-
4
-
-
4
-774
-907
-1,596
-
-3,277
-94 -1 -4 -2
-101
31 December 2013
18,539
18,297
457
13
37,306
Depreciation
2,531
1,602
49
-
4,182
Impairment losses
38
421
4
35
498
76
1
-
-
77
Disposal
1,092
186
11
-
1,289
182
1
-
-
183
-154
34
-63
-
-183
-85
-125
-26
-2
-238
31 December 2014
19,519
20,041
410
46
40,016
47,689
23,118
5,562
5,015
81,384
524 646 93 5,608 6,871
-
5
23
-
28
1,200
160 11 32
1,403
-
4
1
-
5
1,677
2,184
77
-3,938
-2,130
-1,327
-4,567
-60
-8,084
-164
-21
-
-7
-192
46,396
24,441
1,176
6,586
78,599
739 664 72 7,417 8,892
1,248
194 9 1
1,452
214
1
-
-
215
6,130
2,795
64
-8,989
-209
-138
-158
5
-500
-224
-235
-68
-110
-637
51,370
27,332
1,077
4,908
84,687
CARRYING AMOUNT:
31 December 2013
27,857
6,144
719
6,573
41,293
31 December 2014
31,851
7,291
667
4,862
44,671

OF WHICH CARRYING AMOUNT
OF FINANCE LEASED ASSETS:
31 December 2013
2,114
1
1
-
2,116
31 December 2014
1,894
-
1
-
1,895
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NOTE 7 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT CONTINUED

Impairment tests of property, plant and equipment have been carried out for cash generating units with indications
of impairment. In the cash generating units below the tests gave rise to impairment losses and reversals.

Applied discount rate
Impairment losses
Reversal of
Recoverable

p.a. after tax
impairment losses
amount
Operating segment
Cash generating unit
Methodology 2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013 2014
Maersk Tankers
Crude tankers
Fair value
-
-
-
230
-
77
Maersk Line
Maersk Line1
Fair value
-
-
-
-
72
-

Multi-purpose vessels
Value in use

-
10.0%
-
10
-
20
Maersk Oil
Dumbarton area
Value in use
8.5%
-
145
-
-
-
82

Gryphon area
Value in use
8.5%
-
128
-
-
-
177

Janice area
Value in use
8.5%
8.5%
105
49
-
-
106

Scott area
Value in use
8.5%
-
37
-
-
-
33

Polarled pipeline
Value in use
8.5%
-
28
-
-
-
8

Other oil fields
Value in use
8.5%
-
11
-
-
-
Maersk Drilling
Endurer
Fair value
-
-
35
-
-
-
27

Other
-
-
9
26
5
53
Total 498 315 77 150
1 Container vessels previously held for sale, now redeployed in the fleet.
Impairments
The impairments recognised in Maersk Oil are due to expected lower oil prices in the short to medium term.
Transfers
Transfer to assets held for sale primarily relate to APM Terminals Virginia, Portsmouth, USA.
In 2013, transfer to assets held for sale primarily related to Dansk Supermarked Group and 15 vessels in the VLCC
segment in Maersk Tankers.
Finance leases
As part of the Groups activities, customary leasing agreements are entered into, especially with regard to the chartering
of vessels and lease of containers and other equipment. In some cases, the leasing agreements comprise purchase
options for the Group and options for extension of the lease term.
In the financial statements, assets held under finance leases are recognised in the same way as owned assets.
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CONTINUED
NOTE 8 INVESTMENTS IN JOINT VENTURES

AND ASSOCIATED COMPANIES
Operating leases as lessor

Property, plant and equipment include assets, mainly drillships, jack-up rigs and vessels, which are leased out as part
of the Groups activities.

Investments in joint ventures (100% numbers)
Maersk Other Maersk Other

Drilling Drilling
2014
2014 2013 2013
Within one year

Between one and five years
After five years
Total
2,277
746
2,285
804
3,103
810
4,952
1,063
589
385
616
848
5,969 1,941 7,853 2,715
Ownership of production facilities and vessels

Ownership of production facilities, etc., relating to oil production in Qatar and Algeria with a carrying amount of
USD 1.2bn (USD 1.1bn) is transferred to state-owned oil companies on an on-going basis according to agreements.
The right of use is maintained during the concession period.
Pledges
Ships, buildings, etc. with a carrying amount of USD 6.4bn (USD 8.2bn) have been pledged as security for loans of
USD 3.4bn (USD 5.0bn).
APM Terminals
Others
2014 2013 2014 2013
Revenue
2,878 2,396 1,001 943
Expenses, depreciation, amortisation, interest, etc.
3,060
2,084
987
806
Profit for the year
-182
312
14
137

Other comprehensive income
-76
24
-
Total comprehensive income
-258
336
14
137

Non-current assets
14,081
13,534
1,203
1,329
Current assets
1,230
1,191
391
419
Non-current liabilities
6,036
4,615
695
567
Current liabilities
1,514
1,874
361
533
Net assets
7,761
8,236
538
648

496
358
102
143
Capital commitments
1,001
1,167
19

A.P. MLLER - MRSK A/S' SHARE OF:
Profit for the year
-14
93
8
-24
12
-
30
59
-
The Groups share of commitments, which may require contribution of cash for investments, etc., amounted to
USD 511m (USD 559m).
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NOTE 8 INVESTMENTS IN JOINT VENTURES

AND ASSOCIATED COMPANIES CONTINUED
NOTE 9 DEFERRED TAX


Recognised deferred tax assets and liabilities are attributable to the following:

Danske Bank
Other activities
Investments in associated companies (100% numbers)
2014 2013 2014 2013

Revenue
-
20,905
2,774
4,220
Expenses, depreciation, amortisation, interest, etc.
-
19,639
2,525
4,074
Profit for the year
-
1,266
249
146

-
114
3
-55
Total comprehensive income
-
1,380
252
91

Non-current assets
-
385,887
4,866
5,574
Current assets
-
210,314
970
994
-
390,558
2,060
2,483
Current liabilities
-
178,733
772
916
Net assets
-
26,910
3,004
3,169

-
8,077
478
421

A.P. MLLER - MRSK A/S' SHARE OF:
Profit for the year
-
254
82
41
-
11
1
-17
In December 2014, Danske Bank was transferred to assets held for sale.
The Groups share of the result in Danske Bank was USD 330m compared to USD 254m in 2013. Apart from the
development in the banks profitability, the share of result was affected by the reversal of the Groups 2008 goodwill
impairment of USD 202m.
For 2013, the fair value of Danske Bank amounted to USD 4.6bn, and the carrying amount was USD 5.4bn. Profit in
Danske Bank was USD 1.3bn. The Groups share was USD 254m.
Revenue from Danske Bank included interest income, fee income and net premiums. Contingent liabilities amounted
to USD 8.6bn and were related to guarantees and other contingent liabilities.

Assets Liabilities
Net liabilities

2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013
Intangible assets
Receivables, etc.
Provisions, etc.
Oil lifting balances in
joint operations
Tax loss carry forwards
Other
Total
Offsets
Total
19 56 92
146 73 90
122
133
2,173
2,015
2,051
1,882
46 23 45 93 -1 70
1,085
861 61 50
-1,024
-811
18
48
-
-
-18
-48
895
546
-
-
-895
-546
53 41 32 36 -21 -5
2,238 1,708 2,403 2,340 165 632
-1,702
-1,230
-1,702
-1,230
-
536 478 701
1,110 165 632
Change in deferred tax, net during the year

2014 2013
1 January
632
567
Intangible assets
-8
-87
159
361
Receivables, etc.
-65
-3
Provisions, etc.
-218
-247
Oil lifting balances in joint operations
30
46
-352
-42
Other
-23
-15
Recognised in the income statement1
-477
13

Change from acquisition/sale of businesses
13
4
Recognised in other comprehensive income and equity
-21
-10
Transfer, assets held for sale, etc
-2
33
Exchange rate adjustments
20
25
31 December
165
632
1 Of which USD 0m (USD 33m) is recognised as an expense in discontinued operations.
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NOTE 9 DEFERRED TAX CONTINUED

NOTE 10 DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

AND ASSETS HELD FOR SALE
Unrecognised deferred tax assets

In 2014, the impairment of oil concession rights in Brazil has led to a material increase in the unrecognised deferred tax
asset, as sufficient taxable profits are not expected in the foreseeable future against which the temporary differences
can be deducted.

2014 2013

Deductible temporary differences
761
253
Tax losses carry forward
764
559
Total
1,525
812
The tax losses carried forward have no significant time limitations. No tax value is recognised as it is not considered
likely that the deferred tax assets can be realised in the foreseeable future.
There are no significant unrecognised tax liabilities on investments in subsidiaries, associated companies and joint
ventures.
Discontinued operations and assets held for sale 2014

Dansk Supermarked Group was in 2013 classified as discontinued operations and information of discontinued operations below solely relates to Dansk Supermarked Group.
After the sale of the majority share in Dansk Supermarked Group, a 19% share is retained by the Group. This investment
is classified as available-for-sale (other equity investments) in unallocated activities and measured at fair value.
The vendor note is a loan receivable from the sale of Dansk Supermarked Group. The loan is maturing in 2019 and is
classified under unallocated activities and is measured at amortised cost.
Assets held for sale primarily relate to the shares in Danske Bank and two VLCC vessels. The divestment of the shares in
Danske Bank, denominated in DKK, is expected to take place in Q2 2015. The fair value of the listed shares at 31 December
2014 is USD 5.5bn and the translation reserve recognised in equity is a loss of USD 79m.
The Dansk Supermarked Group was classified as discontinued operations and information of discontinued operations
below solely relates to Dansk Supermarked Group.
Intangible assets held for sale regarding Dansk Supermarked Group amounted to USD 280m and property, plant and
equipment amounted to USD 3.4bn. Non-controlling interests on the equity related to Dansk Supermarked Group
amounted to USD 2.1bn.
Assets held for sale related, in addition to Dansk Supermarked Group, primarily to 15 vessels in the VLCC segment in
Maersk Tankers.
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NOTE 10 DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS AND ASSETS HELD FOR SALE CONTINUED

2014 2013
PROFIT FOR THE YEAR DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

Revenue
2,768 10,120
Expenses
2,662 9,473
Gains/losses on sale of assets and businesses
2,775
-
130
Profit before tax, etc.
2,881
517
Tax1
25
123
2,856
394
A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S' share hereof
Earnings per share, USD
Diluted earnings per share, USD
2,831
130
130
230
11
11
CASH FLOWS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS FOR THE YEAR

-94
1,914
689
2,509
678
-465
-129
84
BALANCE SHEET ITEMS COMPRISE:

Non-current assets
5,283
Current assets
6
5,289
Provisions
Other liabilities
Liabilities associated with assets held for sale
4,909
2,014
6,923
1 45
11
2,085
12
2,130
1 The tax relates to the profit from the ordinary activities of the discontinued operations. There is no tax related to the
gain on sale of Dansk Supermarked Group.
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2014
CARRYING AMOUNT
Goodwill 80
Intangible assets
207
3,411
Deferred tax asset
33
Current assets
2,341
Provisions -42
Liabilities -3,741
Net assets sold
2,289
-1,558
731
Gain/loss on sale1 2,702
Deemed proceeds from sale
3,433
Vendor note
-390
Fair value of the retained investment
-994
Cash and bank balances sold
-114
Cash flow from sale of subsidiaries and activities
1,935
RECONCILIATION TO PROCEEDS IN STOCK EXCHANGE ANNOUNCEMENT 11 APRIL 2014
1,935
Repayment of loans
-1,565
Dividends 2,301
114
Total cash proceeds
2,785
Vendor note
390
Total proceeds
3,175
1 Excluding accumulated exchange rate gains of USD 73m previously recognised in equity. Includes fair value gain on
the retained investment of USD 761m.
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NOTE 11 SHARE CAPITAL AND EARNINGS PER SHARE

At the Annual General Meeting of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S on 31 March 2014 the shareholders decided on the issue of
bonus shares by four shares to one, whereby the share capital has increased by a transfer of reserves from retained
earnings.
Development in the holding of own shares:

Own shares
No. of shares of DKK 1,000

Nominal value DKK
% of share capital
2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013
Development in the number of shares:

A-shares of B-shares of
Nominal
DKK 1,000
DKK 500 DKK 1,000
DKK 500 DKK million USD million
1 January 2014
Issue of bonus shares
Conversion
31 December 2014
2,197,619
8,791,200
15
10,988,834
362
2,197,683
-
8,791,200
-30
22
332 10,988,905
234
-
-44
190
4,396
17,582
-
21,978
738
3,247
3,985
A SHARES
1 January1
0
0
0
0
0.00%
0.00%
Addition
61,075
-
61
-
0.28%
0.00%
31 December
61,075
0
61
0
0.28%
0.00%

B SHARES
1 January1
132,628
145,348 133 145
0.60%
0.66%
Addition
239,303
-
239
-
1.09%
0.00%
Disposal
29,865
12,720 30 12
0.13%
0.06%
31 December
342,066
132,628 342 133
1.56%
0.60%
One A share of DKK 1,000 holds two votes. B shares have no voting rights.
For adoption of resolutions regarding changes in the Companys articles or increase or write down to the share capital
requires the presence of two-thirds of the class A voting rights at the Annual General Meeting and that the resolution
shall be passed by two-thirds of the votes cast.
Apart from a resolution for the dissolution of the Company, other resolutions at the Annual General Meetings are
passed by simple majority, as long as legislation does not require particular voting majority. Reference is made to the
Companys articles of association.
In the event of an increase of the Companys share capital, the shareholders in the given share class shall have a
pre-emptive right to subscribe for a proportionate share of the capital increase.
According to the authorisation of the Annual General Meeting, the Board of Directors may in the period up to and
including 3 April 2016 allow the Company to acquire own shares up to a holding of 10% of the Companys share capital.
The purchase price may not deviate by more than 10% from the price quoted NASDAQ OMX Copenhagen A/S at the
time of purchase.
1 The number of shares are restated to include the issue of bonus shares.
Additions of own shares related to the buy-back programme initiated in September 2014. The purpose of the share
buy-back programme is to adjust the capital structure of the Company and to meet the obligations arising from employee share option programmes or other allocations of shares to employees of the Company. At the Company's annual
general meetings in 2015 and 2016, a resolution will be proposed that shares acquired, which are not used for hedging
purposes of the ongoing incentives programmes, will be cancelled.
Disposals of own shares are primarily related to the share option programme.
Based on the parent companys profit of USD 7,984m (USD 1,300m), the Board of Directors proposes a dividend to
the shareholders of DKK 300 per share of DKK 1,000 a total of DKK 6,593m, equivalent to USD 1,077m at the exchange
rate as per 31 December 2014 (DKK 280 per share of DKK 1,000 a total of DKK 6,154m equivalent to USD 1,137m).
In addition to the ordinary dividend the Board of Directors will declare, subject to authorisation from the shareholders, an
extraordinary cash dividend equal to the prevailing market value of the Groups 20.05% ownership interest in Danske Bank
A/S. The extraordinary dividend will be determined based on the Volume Weighted Average Price of Danske Bank A/S
shares traded during a pricing period of five trading days, expected to commence Friday 20 March and expire Thursday
26 March 2015. Based on the value of the shares on 31 December 2014, the value of the extraordinary dividend is
estimated to DKK 33,850m equivalent to USD 5,530m using the exchange rate as per 31 December 2014 (around DKK
1,569 per share of DKK 1,000 excluding treasury shares).
Payment of all dividends is expected to take place on 7 April 2015.
Payment of dividends to shareholders does not trigger taxes to the Group.
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NOTE 11 SHARE CAPITAL AND

EARNINGS PER SHARE CONTINUED
NOTE 12 SHARE-BASED PAYMENT


Performance shares
In 2014, the Group has established a performance shares programme for members of the Executive Board and other
employees.
Basis for calculating earnings per share is the following:

A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S' share of:
2014 2013
Profit for the year of continuing operations
Profit for the year of discontinued operations
Profit for the year
2,184
2,831
5,015
3,220
230
3,450

2014 2013
Issued shares 1 January 21,978,000 21,978,000
Average number of own shares
156,921
140,030
Average number of shares 21,821,079 21,837,970
At 31 December 2014, there is a dilution effect on earnings per share of 40,505 (12,610) issued share options while
there is no dilution effect on 0 (59,260) issued share options. This corresponds to 0.18% (0.06%) and 0.0% (0.27%) of
the share capital, respectively.
The fair value of performance shares (A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S B shares) granted to 6 members of the Executive Board and to
127 employees was USD 53m. Total value of granted performance shares recognised in the income statement is USD 13m.
The actual transfer of performance shares is contingent upon the degree of certain financial goals being achieved, the
employee still being permanently employed and not being under notice of termination at the time when three years
have passed from the time of granting. Transfer of the performance shares to members of the Executive Board is
contingent on the member still being part of the Executive Board at the time of publishing of the 2016 Annual Accounts
for A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S. The members of the Executive Board as well as other employees are not entitled to any
dividend during the vesting period.
Special conditions apply regarding illness, death and resignation as well as changes in the Companys capital structure, etc.
A portion of the Groups holding of own shares is reserved for transfer of performance shares.

Outstanding performance shares
Members of the Employees1

Total fair
Executive Board1 value
1
No.
No. USD million
Granted 3,100 18,953

Outstanding 31 December 2014
3,100
18,953
53
1 At the time of grant.

The fair value per performance share at the time of grant is calculated at DKK 13,130, which is equal to the average
share price on the first five trading days following the release of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S annual report .
The average remaining contractual life for the performance shares as per 31 December 2014 is 2.3 years.
Restricted shares
The fair value of restricted shares (A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S B shares) granted to 123 (115) employees was USD 9m
(USD 8m) at the time of the grant. Total value of granted restricted shares recognised in the income statement is
USD 5m (USD 2m).
The transfer of restricted shares is contingent on the employee still being permanently employed and takes place when
three years have passed from the time of granting. The employee is not entitled to any dividend during the vesting period.
A portion of the Groups holding of own shares is reserved for transfer of restricted shares.
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NOTE 12 SHARE-BASED PAYMENT CONTINUED

Employees
2
Total fair

value
2

Outstanding restricted shares1
No. USD million
Outstanding share options1
1 January 2013
-
Granted 5,070
8
Forfeited 65
5,005

Granted 3,830
9
Forfeited 200
8,635

The fair value per restricted share at the time of grant is calculated at DKK 13,130 (DKK 9,063), which is equal to the
average share price on the first five trading days following the release of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S annual report. 2013
figure is restated due to the effect from the issue of bonus shares by four shares to one.
The average remaining contractual life for the restricted shares as per 31 December 2014 is 1.7 years (2.3 years).
Share options
In addition to the performance shares programme and the restricted shares programme, the Company has a share
option programme for former partners in Firmaet A.P. Mller and other employees. Each share option granted is a
call option to buy an existing B share of nominal DKK 1,000 in A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S. Share options related to this
programme have not been granted in 2014.
Partners Employees
2
Total Average
in Firmaet
exercise
A.P. Mller2 price1
No. No. No. DKK
1 January 2013
26,255
76,690
102,945
9,276
Exercised
1,185 11,535 12,720 6,084
Forfeited
5,600 12,755 18,355 10,696
19,470
52,400
71,870
9,479
Exercisable 31 December 2013
15,510
31,325
46,835
9,217

Exercised
7,810 22,055 29,865 8,260
Forfeited
-
1,500
1,500
9,790
11,660
28,845
40,505
10,366
11,660
28,845
40,505
10,366
The weighted average share price at the dates of exercise of shares was DKK 13,480 (DKK 9,996). 2013 figure is restated
due to the effect from the issue of bonus shares by four shares to one.
The average remaining contractual life as per 31 December 2014 is 1.5 years (2.0 years) and the exercise price for outstanding share options is in the range of DKK 9,418 to DKK 11,590 (DKK 5,447 to DKK 11,592). 2013 figures are restated
Total value of granted share options recognised in the income statement is USD 1m (USD 4m).
The share options were granted at an exercise price corresponding to 110% of the average of the market price on the
first five trading days following the release of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S annual report. Exercise of the share options is
contingent on the option holder still being permanently employed at the time of exercise. The share options can be
exercised when at least two years and no more than five years have passed from the time of granting and can only be
exercised within the trading periods as stated in the internal rules for trading of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S securities in
force at any time. Special conditions apply regarding illness, death and resignation as well as changes in the Companys
capital structure, etc.
The share options can only be settled in shares. A portion of the Groups holding of own shares is reserved for settlement of granted options.
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NOTE 13BORROWINGS
NOTE 14 PENSIONS AND SIMILAR OBLIGATIONS

2014 2013

Bank and other credit institutions
6,017
8,653
Finance lease liabilities
1,696
1,986
Issued bonds
4,612
5,104
Total
12,325
15,743

OF WHICH:
Classified as non-current
10,913
12,702
Classified as current
1,412
3,041
As employer, the Group participates in pension plans according to normal practice in the countries in which the Group
operates. As a main rule, the pension plans within the Group are defined contribution plans, where contributions are
recognised in the income statement on an accrual basis. A number of entities have defined benefit plans, in which
retirement benefits are based on length of service and salary level. To a limited extent, these defined benefit plans also
include payment of medical expenses, etc.
Pension and medical plans which, as part of collective bargaining agreements, have been entered into with other enterprises (known as multi-employer plans) are treated as other pension plans. Such defined benefit plans are treated as
defined contribution plans when sufficient information for calculating the individual enterprises share of the obligation
is not available.
In 2015, the Group expects to pay contributions totalling USD 68m to funded defined benefit plans (USD 79m in 2014).

Minimum Interest Carrying

lease
amount
lease
amount

payments
payments
2014
2014
2014 2013 2013 2013

Within one year
225
82
143
301
93
208
909
223
686
952
311
641
After five years
1,086 219 867
1,400 263
1,137
Total
2,220 524 1,696 2,653 667 1,986
The finance lease agreements are described in note 7.
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United
United
Kingdom Other Total
Kingdom Other Total
2014
2014
2014 2013 2013 2013
SPECIFICATION OF
NET LIABILITY
Present value of funded plans
2,096
567
2,663
2,004
527
2,531
Fair value of plan assets
-2,077
-468
-2,545
-1,945
-429
-2,374
Net liability of funded plans
19
99
118
59
98
157
Present value of unfunded plans
3
96
99
3
83
86
Impact of minimum funding
requirement/asset ceiling
-
-
-
18
-
18
Net liability 31 December
22
195
217
80
181
261

OF WHICH:
Pensions, net assets
112
66
Pensions and similar obligations
329
327

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NOTE 14 PENSIONS AND SIMILAR OBLIGATIONS CONTINUED

The majority of the Groups defined benefit liabilities are in the UK (76%) and the USA (14%). All of the plans in the UK
and the majority of the plans in the USA are funded. Although all of the UK plans are now closed to new entrants, active
members in the two largest plans continue to accrue new benefits. The smaller UK plans are all closed to new accruals,
although a salary link remains in some of the plans.
Overall the plans have an average duration of 15 years and approximately 49% of the obligation is in respect of pensioner
members.
As well as being subject to the risks of falling interest rates, which would increase the obligation, poor asset returns and
pensioners living longer than anticipated, the Group is also subject to the risk of higher than expected inflation. This is
because many pension benefits, particularly in the UK plans, increase in line with inflation (although some minimum
and maximum limits apply).

Significant financial assumptions
United
United
Kingdom
Total Kingdom
Total
2014
2014 2013 2013
The liabilities are calculated using assumptions that are the Groups best estimate of future experience bearing in mind
the requirements of IAS 19. The sensitivity of the liabilities and pension cost to the key assumptions are as follows:
Sensitivities for key assumptions in the UK
2014
2013
Factors
"Change in liability"
Increase
Decrease
Increase
Decrease
Discount rate
Inflation rate
Life expectancy
Increase/(decrease) by 10 basis points

Increase/(decrease) by 10 basis points
Increase/(decrease) by 1 year
-33
21
80
34
-21
-77
-31
18
69
32
-20
-67
The Groups plans are funded in accordance with applicable local legislation. In the UK, each plan has a Trustee Board
that is required to act in the best interests of plan members. Every three years, a formal valuation of the plans liabilities
is carried out using a prudent basis and if the plan is in deficit the Trustees agree with the Group on a plan for recovering
that deficit.
Discount rate
3.5% 3.5% 4.4% 4.4%
Inflation rate
3.2% 3.0% 3.6% 3.3%
Future salary increase
3.5%
3.5%
4.5%
4.3%
Future pension increase
2.9%
2.7%
3.3%
3.1%

The expected contributions to the UK plans for 2015 are USD 45m (USD 55m in 2014) of which USD 5m (USD 15m in
2014) is deficit recovery contributions. In most of the UK plans, any surplus remaining after the last member dies may
be returned to the Group. However, the Merchant Navy Officers Pension Fund contributions paid by the Group are not
refundable in any circumstance and the balance sheet liability reflects an adjustment for any agreed deficit recovery
contributions in excess of deficit determined using the Groups assumptions. In 2014, an adjustment of USD 0m (USD
18m) was applied in this respect.
Rates of life expectancy reflect the most recent mortality investigations and in line with market practice an allowance is
made for future improvements in life expectancy. The Group assumes that future improvements will be in line with the
latest projections (1.25% in 2014 and 2013) for all UK plans.

Specification of plan assets

31 December
Life expectancy
2014
2034 2013 2033
65 year old male in the UK
22.1
23.8
22.2
23.5
Shares
Government Bonds
Corporate Bonds
Real estate
Other assets
Fair value 31 December
United
United
Kingdom Other Total
Kingdom Other Total
2014
2014
2014 2013 2013 2013
520 182 702 629 164 793
554 116 670 750 103 853
374
78
452
427
68
495
121
4
125
26
3
29
508
88
596
113
91
204
2,077
468
2,545
1,945
429
2,374
All the plan assets held by the Group are quoted, except for an insignificant portion.
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NOTE 14 PENSIONS AND SIMILAR OBLIGATIONS CONTINUED


Change in net liability
Fair value
Adjust-
Net
of plan
ments
liability
assets
Of which:
United
Kingdom
1 January 2013
2,633
2,226
6
413

Current service costs, etc.
26
-
-
26
Calculated interest expense/income
103
90
-
13
Gains/losses on settlements, past service
costs/income, etc.
1
-
-
1
Administration expenses, etc.
-
-3
-
3
Recognised in the income statement
in 20131
130
87
-
43

Actuarial gains/losses from change in
financial assumptions
22
-
-
22
demographic assumptions
24
-
-
24
Experience gains/losses
9
-
-
9
Return on plan assets, exclusive calculated
interest income
-
123
-
-123
Adjustment for minimum funding requirement
-
-
17
17
Effect of asset ceiling
-
-
-6
-6
Recognised in other comprehensive
income in 2013
55
123
11
-57

Contributions from the Group
-
68
-
-68
Contributions from employees
2
2
-
-
Benefit payments
-184
-171
-
-13
37
39
1
-1
Closing balance transferred to held for sale
-56
-
-
-56
31 December 2013
2,617
2,374
18
261

Current service costs, etc.
34
-
-
34
Calculated interest expense/income
113
105
-
8
Gains/losses on settlements, past
service costs/income, etc.
-11
-
-
-11
Administration expenses, etc.
-
-5
-
5
in 2014
136
100
-
36
126
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Present
value of
obligations
6
5
1
12
68
13
4
-118
17
-16
-42
80
7
2
3

Change in net liability
Present
value of
obligations
Fair value
Adjust-
Net
of plan
ments
liability
assets
Actuarial gains/losses from change

in financial assumptions
273
-
-
273
demographic assumptions
27
-
-
27
Experience gains/losses
-9
-
-
-9
Return on plan assets, exclusive calculated
interest income
-
252
-
-252
Adjustment for minimum funding requirement
-
-
-18
-18
Recognised in other comprehensive
income in 2014
291
252
-18
21

Contributions from the Group
-
81
-
-81
Contributions from employees
2
2
-
-
Benefit payments
-124
-116
-
-8
-160
-148
-
-12
31 December 2014
2,762
2,545
-
217
Of which:
United
Kingdom
210
-4
-1
-199
-18
-12
-57
-1
22
1 Of which USD 1m was included under Discontinued operations.

Multi-employer plans
Due to collective agreements, some entities in the Group participate together with other employers in defined benefit
pension and health insurance schemes for current and retired employees (multi-employer plans).The Group has joint
and several liability to fund total obligations. In 2014, the Groups contributions are estimated at USD 135m (USD 121m).
The Groups share of total contributions paid to the pension schemes over the past 5 years is in the range of 7% to 13%.
The contributions to be paid in 2015 are expected to be USD 140m (USD 128m).
No reliable basis exists for allocation of the schemes obligations and plan assets to individual employer participants.
The Groups share might be significant and deficit in some of the schemes may necessitate increased contributions in
the future. Based on the most recent available financial data from the plans trustees, according to US GAAP, the plan
assets totalled USD 8.1bn (USD 7.3bn) and the actuarial value of obligations approximately USD 9.8bn (USD 9.7bn).
Net obligations in the plans with deficits totalled USD 2.2bn (USD 2.8bn). Financial data for the three major plans that
constitute 70% of total obligations and 68% of total plan assets is less than 1.5 years old. In general, the contributions
to the schemes are based on man hours worked or cargo tonnage handled, or a combination hereof.
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NOTE 15PROVISIONS

Abandon- Restruc- Legal Other
Total

ment
turing disputes,

etc.
1 January 2014
2,199
93
1,551
1,081
4,924
Provision made
554 92 850 396
1,892
Amount used
50 65 206 260 581
Amount reversed
3 10 489 261 763
-
-
1
-
1
Unwind of discount
75
-
-
2
77
Transfer
-
- 179 -179
-
-
-
2
2
-1
-7
-42
-21
-71
31 December 2014
2,774
103
1,842
760
5,479

OF WHICH:
2,707
5
1,509
421
4,642
67
98
333
339
837

Non-current provisions expected
to be realised after more than five years
2,371
-
124
13
2,508
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Provisions for abandonment comprise estimated expenses for abandonment of oil and gas fields at discounted value.
The present value of the obligations is expected realised as follows:

USD million
0-10 10-20 20-30 30-40 Total

years years years years
Expected utilisation
1,198 773 763 40

2,774
The discount and inflation rates used are at weighted average 3.3% and 2.3% respectively (3.5% and 2.2%).
Restructuring includes provisions for decided and publicly announced restructurings. Legal disputes, etc. include tax,
indirect tax and duty disputes among other things. Other includes provisions for onerous contracts, warranties and risk
under certain self-insurance programmes. The provisions are subject to considerable uncertainty, cf. note 25.
Reversals of provisions primarily relate to legal disputes and contractual disagreements, which are recognised in the
income statement under operating costs and tax.
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NOTE 16DERIVATIVES
Hedges comprise primarily of currency derivatives and interest rate derivatives. Foreign exchange forwards and option
contracts are used to hedge the currency risk related to recognised and unrecognised transactions. Interest rate swaps
are used to hedge interest rate exposure on borrowings. Price hedge derivatives are entered into to hedge crude oil
prices and bunker prices.

2014 2013
Non-current receivables
40
252
Current receivables
144
175
432
127
Current liabilities
252
175
Liabilities, net
500
-125
The fair value of derivatives held at the balance sheet date can be allocated by type as follows:

Cash
Fair
Held for
Cash
Fair
Held for

flow value
trading flow value
trading

hedges hedges hedges hedges

2014
2014
2014 2013 2013 2013

Currency derivatives1
-207 -146 -239 55 124 -71
Interest rate derivatives1
-33
113 13 -8 21 4
Price hedge derivatives
-
-
-1
-
-
Total
-240
-33
-227
47
145
-67
1 Majority of the hedges recognised in equity are realised within one year.
The gains/losses, including realised transactions, are recognised as follows:

Hedging foreign exchange risk on revenue
Hedging foreign exchange risk on operating costs
Hedging interest rate risk
Hedging foreign exchange risk on the cost of property, plant and equipment
Hedging foreign exchange risk on discontinued operations
Total effective hedging
Ineffectiveness recognised in financial expenses
Total reclassified from equity reserve for hedges

DERIVATIVES ACCOUNTED FOR AS HELD FOR TRADING:
Currency derivatives recognised directly in financial income/expenses
Interest rate derivatives recognised directly in financial income/expenses
Oil prices and freight rate derivatives recognised directly in other income/costs
Net gains/losses recognised directly in the income statement

Total
2014 2013
4
-28
-49
-6
-48
-127
6
-121
13
26
-70
6
-25
-3
-28
-484
84
-42
-442
161
-70
-1
90
-563
62
Currency derivatives hedge future revenue, operating costs and investments and are recognised on an ongoing
basis in the income statement and the cost of property, plant and equipment respectively.
Interest rate derivatives swap floating to fixed rates on borrowings and are recognised in the income statement
concurrently with the hedged interest expenses. They are also used to swap fixed rates to floating rates, of which
some are fair value hedges.
Furthermore, the Group enters into derivatives to hedge economic risks that are not accounted for as hedging.
These derivatives are accounted for as held for trading.
For information about currencies, maturities, etc. reference is made to note 18.
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NOTE 17 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS BY CATEGORY

Financial instruments measured at fair value

Financial instruments measured at fair value can be divided into three levels:
Level 1 Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
Level 2 Inputs other than quoted prices included within level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability,
either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices);
Level 3 Inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data.

Carried at amortised cost
Carried at fair value
Total
Non-current
Current

carrying amount
portion
portion

Carrying amount
Fair value
Level1
Carrying amount
Level 2
Carrying amount
Level 3
Carrying amount
2014
Loans receivable
557 557 557 453 104
Finance lease receivables
25 25 25 23 2
Other interest-bearing receivables and deposits
168
168
168
130
38
Total interest-bearing receivables
750
750
-
-
-
750
606
144
Trade receivables
4,077
4,077 -
4,077
Other receivables (non-interest-bearing)
1,120
1,120
356
764
3,507
3,507
-
3,507
Total loans and receivables
9,454
-
-
-
9,454
962
8,492

Bonds
368
-
-
368
-
368
Shares
-
-
9
9
-
9
Other securities
-
-
2
2
-
2
Total securities (held for trading)
-

368
-
11
379
-
379

Derivatives
17
167
-
184
40
144
Shares (available-for-sale)
-
-
943
943
943
Total other financial assets
-

17
167
943
1,127
983
144

Total financial assets
9,454

385
167
954
10,960
1,945
9,015

6,017
6,205
6,017
4,748
1,269
1,696 1,898 1,696 1,553 143
Issued bonds
4,612 4,845 4,612 4,612
Total borrowings
12,325
12,948
-
-
-
12,325
10,913
1,412
Trade payables
5,277
5,277 -
5,277
Derivatives
26
658
-
684
432
252
Other payables
1,235
-
-
1
1,236
-
1,236
Total other financial liabilities
6,512

26
658
1
7,197
432
6,765

Total financial liabilities
18,837
26
658
1
19,522
11,345
8,177
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NOTE 17 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS BY CATEGORY CONTINUED


Total
Non-current
Current

carrying amount
portion
portion

Carrying amount
Fair value
Level1
Carrying amount
Level 2
Carrying amount
Level 3
Carrying amount
2013
Loans receivable
263 263 263 113 150
136 136 136 128 8
Other interest-bearing receivables and deposits
132
132
132
80
52
531
531
-
-
-
531
321
210
Trade receivables
4,629
4,629 -
4,629
1,365
1,365
492
873
3,259
3,259
-
3,259
9,784
-
-
-
9,784
813
8,971

Bonds
309
-
-
309
-
309
Shares
-
-
1
1
-
1
Other securities
-
-
2
2
-
2
-

309
-
3
312
-
312

Derivatives
-
427
-
427
252
175
-
-
72
72
72
Total other financial assets
-

-
427
72
499
324
175

9,784

309
427
75
10,595
1,137
9,458

8,653
8,973
8,653
7,179
1,474
1,986 2,210 1,986 1,779 207
Issued bonds
5,104 5,340 5,104 3,744 1,360
Total borrowings
15,743
16,523
-
-
-
15,743
12,702
3,041
Trade payables
5,379
5,379 -
5,379
Derivatives
-
302
-
302
127
175
Other payables
1,278
-
-
30
1,308
21
1,287
Total other financial liabilities
6,657

-
302
30
6,989
148
6,841

22,400
-
302
30
22,732
12,850
9,882
Fair value of the short term accounts receivable and short term accounts payable is not materially different from the carrying amount.
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NOTE 17 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

BY CATEGORY CONTINUED
NOTE 18 FINANCIAL RISKS, ETC.

Movement during the year

Non-listed shares
Other
Total
Other
Total
in level 3 securities
financial
payables
financial

assets
liabilities

Available-
Held for

for-sale
trading
Carrying amount 1 January 2013
69
2
2
73
50
50
Disposal
1
-
1
2
-
Gains/losses recognised
in the income statement
-
-
-
-
-18
-18
in other comprehensive income
4
-
-
4
-
-
-1
-
-1
-
-
-
1
1
-2
-2
Carrying amount
31 December 2013
72
1
2
75
30
30

Addition
995
9
-
1,004
-
Disposal
-
-
-
-
17
17
in the income statement
-
-
-
-
-13
-13
in other comprehensive income
-121
-
-
-121
-
-2
-
-
-2
-
-1
-1
-
-2
1
1
Carrying amount
31 December 2014
943 9 2
954 1 1
The main part of the closing balance and the addition during 2014 comprises the 19% share in Dansk Supermarked
Group. The estimated fair value in DKK in December is equal to the initial valuation of the 19%. The decrease in the
carrying amount of the investment in 2014 can be attributed to the development in the DKK/USD exchange rate.
The valuation is based primarily on a discounted cash flow model with reference to selected listed peers. The model
relies on a discount rate of 7.4% reflecting a weighted average of an assumed discount rate for the retail business and
an assumed yield for the real estate business as well as a long term terminal growth rate of 2%. All other things being
equal, a 0.25% change in the discount rate will affect other comprehensive income and equity by USD 35-50m.
The Groups activities expose it to a variety of financial risks:

Market risks, i.e. currency risk and interest rate risk
Credit risk
Liquidity risk.
The Group's overall risk management programme focuses on the unpredictability of financial markets and seeks to
minimise the potential adverse effects on the Group's financial performance. The Group uses derivative financial instruments to hedge certain risk exposures.
Risk management is carried out by a central finance department under policies approved by the Board of Directors. The
finance department identifies, evaluates and hedges financial risks in close co-operation with the Group's business units.
Market risk
Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as foreign exchange rates and interest rates, will affect the
Group's profit or the value of its holdings of financial instruments. Below sensitivity analyses relate to the position of
financial instruments at 31 December 2014.
The sensitivity analyses for currency risk and interest rate risk have been prepared on the basis that the amount of
net debt, the ratio of fixed to floating interest rates of the debt and the proportion of financial instruments in foreign
currencies remain unchanged from hedge designations in place at 31 December 2014. Furthermore, it is assumed that
the exchange rate and interest rate sensitivities have a symmetric impact, i.e. an increase in rates results in the same
absolute movement as a decrease in rates.
The sensitivity analyses show the effect on profit or loss and equity of a reasonably possible change in exchange rates
and interest rates.
Currency risk
The Group's currency risk relates to the fact that while income from shipping and oil-related activities is denominated mainly
in USD, the related expenses are incurred in both USD and a wide range of other currencies such as DKK, EUR, CNY and GBP.
As the net income is in USD, this is also the primary financing currency. Income and expenses from other activities, including
APM Terminals, are mainly denominated in local currencies, thus reducing the Groups exposure to these currencies.
The main purpose of hedging the Groups currency risk is to hedge the USD value of the Groups net cash flow and
reduce fluctuations in the Groups profit. The Group uses various financial derivatives, including forwards, option contracts and cross-currency swaps, to hedge these risks. The key aspects of the currency hedging policy are as follows:
Net cash flows in other significant currencies than USD are hedged using a layered model with a 12-months horizon;
Significant capital commitments in other currencies than USD are hedged;
Most non-USD debt is hedged, however, depending on asset-liability match and the currency of the generated
cash flow.
An increase in the USD exchange rate of 10% against all other significant currencies to which the Group is exposed,
is estimated to have a negative impact on the Group's profit before tax by USD 0.1bn (USD 0.2bn) and the Group's
equity, excluding tax, negatively by USD 0.3bn (USD 0.4bn). The sensitivities are based only on the impact of financial
instruments that are outstanding at the balance sheet date, cf. notes 16 and 17, and are thus not an expression of the
Group's total currency risk.
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NOTE 18 FINANCIAL RISKS, ETC. CONTINUED

Interest rate risk

The Group has most of its debt denominated in USD, but part of the debt (e.g. issued bonds) is in other currencies such
as EUR, NOK, GBP and SEK.
The Group strives to maintain a combination of fixed and floating interest rates on its net debt, reflecting expectations
and risks. The hedging of the interest rate risk is governed by a duration range and is primarily obtained through the use
of interest rate swaps. The duration of the Groups debt portfolio is 2.6 years (2.0 years). A general increase in interest
rates by one percentage point is estimated, all other things being equal, to affect profit before tax negatively by approximately USD 22m (USD 34m). The effect on equity, excluding tax effect, of an increase in interest rates as mentioned
above is estimated to be positive by approximately USD 59m (USD 53m).
This analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular foreign currency rates, remain constant.
Borrowings by interest rate levels inclusive of

Carrying
Next interest rate fixing
interest rate swaps
amount
0-1 year
1-5 years
5- years

2014
0-3%
8,021
4,728
2,004
1,289
3-6%
3,045
828
639
1,578
6%-
1,259
212
156
891
Total
12,325
5,768
2,799
3,758

OF WHICH:
Bearing fixed interest
7,111
Bearing floating interest
5,214

2013
0-3%
9,589 7,030 1,982 577
3-6%
3,676
1,256
726
1,694
6%-
2,478
1,248
269
961
Total
15,743
9,534
2,977
3,232

OF WHICH:
7,575
8,168
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Credit risk
The Group has exposure to financial and commercial counterparties but has no particular concentration of customers
or suppliers. To minimise the credit risk, financial vetting is undertaken for all major customers and financial institutions,
adequate security is required for commercial counterparties and credit limits are set for financial institutions and key
commercial counterparties.
Maturity analysis of trade receivables
2014 2013
Receivables not due

Less than 90 days overdue
More than 90 days overdue
Receivables, gross
Provision for bad debt
Carrying amount
3,032
935
393
4,360
283
4,077
Change in provision for bad debt

1 January
Provision made
Amount used
Amount reversed
31 December
2014 2013
368
111
264
110
123
-5
283
3,509
979
509
4,997
368
4,629
327
1
207
59
103
-3
368
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Liquidity risk
The equity share of total equity and liabilities was 61.3% at the end of 2014 (57.1%). The Group's long term objective is
to maintain a conservative financial solvency profile. Capital is managed for the Group as a whole.

Borrowings
Net interest-bearing debt

Liquidity reserve1

2014 2013
12,325 15,743
7,698
11,642
In addition to the liquidity reserve, the Group had committed loans of USD 1.1bn which are dedicated to financing of
specific assets and therefore will only become available at certain times in the future. USD 0.5bn of this amount was
cancelled in January 2015 due to the Group's strong liquidity position and the relatively high cost of the loans.
Based on the liquidity reserve, the size of the committed loan facilities, including loans for the financing of specific
assets, the maturity of outstanding loans, and the current investment profile, the Group's financial resources are
deemed satisfactory.
The average term to maturity of loan facilities in the Group was about five years (about five years at 31 December
2013).
Notes/Financials
The flexibility of the financial reserve is subject to ongoing prioritisation and optimisation, among other things, by
focusing on release of capital and following up on the development in working capital.

Maturities of liabilities and commitments
Carrying
amount
Cash flows including interest

0-1 year
1-5 years
5- years
Total
11,562 13,640
1 Liquidity reserve is defined as undrawn committed revolving facilities with more than one year to expiry, securities
and cash and bank balances, excluding balances in countries with exchange control or other restrictions.
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It is of great importance for the Group to maintain a financial reserve to cover the Groups obligations and investment
opportunities and to provide the capital necessary to offset changes in the Groups liquidity due to changes in the cash
flow from operating activities.
2014
6,017
1,407
3,728
1,483
6,618
1,696
225
909
1,086
2,220
Issued bonds
4,612 161 3,946 1,411 5,518
Trade payables
5,277
5,277
-
-
5,277
Other payables
1,236
1,236
-
-
1,236
Non-derivative financial liabilities
18,838 8,306 8,583 3,980
20,869
Derivatives
684 252 361 71 684
Total recognised in balance sheet
19,522
8,558
8,944
4,051
21,553

Operating lease commitments 1,988 3,919 4,716
10,623
Capital commitments 4,181 3,098 1,143 8,422
Total 14,727 15,961 9,910 40,598

2013
8,653
1,704
5,825
2,225
9,754
1,986
301
952
1,400
2,653
Issued bonds
5,104 1,568 2,534 1,934 6,036
Trade payables
5,379
5,379
-
-
5,379
Other payables
1,308
1,287
21
-
1,308
22,430
10,239
9,332
5,559
25,130
Derivatives
302
175 96 31
302
22,732
10,414
9,428
5,590
25,432

Operating lease commitments 2,208 4,517 5,336
12,061
Capital commitments 6,509 4,161 1,210
11,880
Total 19,131 18,106 12,136 49,373
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NOTE 19COMMITMENTS
Operating lease commitments

As part of the Groups activities, customary agreements are entered into regarding charter and operating leases of
ships, containers, port facilities, etc. The future charter and operating lease payments for continuing operations are:

Maersk Maersk APM Maersk Other Total

Line1
Oil Terminals Tankers1
2014
Within one year
1,238 177 268 166 139
1,988
Between one and two years
840
152
256
117
84
1,449
Between two and three years
574
94
256
100
64
1,088
Between three and four years
361
4
236
91
50
742
Between four and five years
311
4
234
54
37
640
After five years
217
41
4,041
280
137
4,716
Total
3,541 472
5,291 808 511
10,623

Net present value2
3,157
422
3,065
644
422
7,710
2013
Within one year
1,396 177 256 239 140
2,208
889
154
255
203
98
1,599
650
146
256
168
45
1,265
432
92
258
152
33
967
274
3
242
143
24
686
After five years
375
8
4,399
460
94
5,336
Total
4,016 580 5,666 1,365 434
12,061

Net present value2
3,560 522 3,208 1,088 366 8,744

Capital commitments
Maersk Maersk APM Maersk Other

Line
Oil Terminals
Drilling
Total
2014
Capital commitments
relating to acquisition of
non-current assets
773 1,143 1,095 1,132 1,671 5,814
Commitments towards
concession grantors
-
1,088
1,519
-
1
2,608
Total capital commitments
773 2,231 2,614 1,132 1,672 8,422

2013
Capital commitments
relating to acquisition of
non-current assets
2,127 1,638 1,331 2,779 441 8,316
Commitments towards
concession grantors
-
1,751
1,813
-
-
3,564
Total capital commitments 2,127 3,389 3,144 2,779 441
11,880
The decrease in capital commitments is primarily related to contractual payments during 2014.

No.
Newbuilding programme 2015 2016 2017 2018- Total
Container vessels
Rigs and drillships
Tanker vessels
Anchor handling vessels, tugboats and
standby vessels, etc.
Total
5
2
2
-
1
7
-
-
1
-
-
-
5
3
10
12
21
10
18
7
8
-
-
29
47
1 About one-third of the time charter payments in Maersk Line and in Maersk Tankers are estimated to relate to
operational costs for the assets.
2 The net present value has been calculated using a discount rate of 6% (6%).
Total operating lease costs incurred and contingent payments related to volume, etc., are stated in note 2.
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NOTE 19COMMITMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 20 CONTINGENT LIABILITIES
Capital commitments relating USD million

to the newbuilding programme 2015 2016 2017 2018- Total
Except for customary agreements within the Groups activities, no material agreements have been entered into that
will take effect, change or expire upon changes of the control over the Company.
Container vessels
Rigs and drillships
Tanker vessels
Anchor handling vessels, tugboats and
standby vessels, etc.
Total
The necessary facility of USD 380m (USD 380m) has been established in order to meet the requirements for using
USA waters under the American Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (Certificate of Financial Responsibility).
568
621
107
-
426
165
-
-
17
-
-
-
568
1,047
289
303
1,599
383
974
632
649
-
-
1,318
3,222
USD 3.2bn of the total capital commitments is related to the newbuilding programme for ships, rigs, etc. at a total
contract price of USD 4.6bn including owner-furnished equipment. The remaining capital commitments of USD 5.2bn
relate to investments mainly within Terminal activities and Oil and gas activities.
The capital commitments will be financed by cash flow from operating activities as well as existing and new loan facilities.
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Maersk Line and APM Terminals have entered into certain agreements with terminals and port authorities, etc.
containing volume commitments including an extra payment in case minimum volumes are not met.
When exploring or producing oil in foreign countries, each subsidiary is generally liable for contractual obligations
jointly with the other consortium parties.
The Group is involved in a number of legal disputes. The Group is also involved in tax disputes in certain countries.
Some of these involve significant amounts and are subject to considerable uncertainty.
Tax may crystallise if the companies leave the tonnage tax regimes and on repatriation of dividends. Through participation
in joint taxation scheme with A.P. Mller Holding A/S the Danish companies are joint and several liable for taxes payable,
etc. in Denmark.
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NOTE 21 CASH FLOW SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE 22ACQUISITION/SALE
OF SUBSIDIARIES AND ACTIVITIES

CHANGE IN WORKING CAPITAL
Inventories
Trade receivables
Other receivables and prepayments
Trade payables and other payables, etc.
Exchange rate adjustment of working capital
Total
2014 2013
101 207
336
437
-105
-58
-12
-280
-60
-54
260
252
PURCHASE OF INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

Addition
-9,368 -7,052
Addition, assets held for sale
-371
Of which finance leases, etc.
64
Of which borrowing costs capitalised on assets
235
176
Change in payables to suppliers regarding purchase of assets
250
165
Change in provision for abandonment
551
450
Total
-8,639
-6,261
OTHER FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS
Capital increases and acquisition of shares in joint ventures
-11
Sale of shares in joint ventures
16
Capital increases and acquisition of shares in associated companies
-6
Sale of shares in associated companies
-
Purchase of non-current assets available-for-sale
-1
Sale of non-current assets available-for-sale
1
Loan repayments received
37
Loans granted
-42
Total
-6
Other non-cash items related primarily to adjustment of provision for bad debt regarding trade receivables.
-25
47
-42
291
9
183
-136
327
Acquisitions
No acquisitions of subsidiaries or activities, to an extent of any significance to the Group, were undertaken in 2014 or
in 2013.
Contingent consideration
Fair value adjustments on contingent consideration in relation to the acquisitions of Poti Sea Port Corp., NTS International
Transport Services Co. Ltd. and Pacific Network Global Logistics have during 2014 resulted in gains of USD 11m (USD 20m).
The gains are recognised as other income.
Cash flow from sale
2014 2013
CARRYING AMOUNT
383
2
Financial assets
128
Deferred tax assets
18
Current assets
84
71
Provisions
-1 -1
Liabilities
-92 -36
Net assets sold
520
36
-
-1
520
35
Gain/loss on sale1
451 45
Proceeds from sale
971
80
Change in receivable proceeds, etc.
31
-32
Non-cash items
-2
-7
-29
-14
971
27
1 Excluding accumulated exchange rate gain/loss previously recognised in equity.
Sales during 2014
In continuing operations, sales during 2014 primarily comprise APM Terminals Virginia, Portsmouth, USA and
Maersk Drilling activities in Venezuela. The sale of discontinued activities is disclosed in note 10.
Sales during 2013
Sales during 2013 primarily comprise Bridge Terminal Transport Inc., Brigantine International Holdings Limited
and Brigantine Services Limited.
Non-current assets sold include assets that were previously classified as assets available for sale.
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NOTE 23 RELATED PARTIES

Associated companies
Joint ventures
Management1
2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013
A.P. Mller Holding A/S , Copenhagen, Denmark has control over the Company and prepares consolidated financial
statements, A.P. Mller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Mllers Fond til almene Formaal is the ultimate owner.
INCOME STATEMENT
Revenue
10
1
73
66
-
Operating costs
257 214 837 687 14
14 2

2
Remuneration to management
-
-
-
-
29
25
Other income
-
-
-
-
2
2
Financial income
3
53
9
6
-
Financial expenses
118
5
1
1
-
-
One (one) member of the Executive Board participates in one (one) shipping partnership with one vessel that is operated
as part of the A.P. Moller - Maersk fleet. The A.P. Mller - Mrsk Group owns more than 50% (50%) of the vessel and
holds the ultimate control. The vessel is operated directly in the market, and all transactions between related parties
and the Group are subject to arms length conditions.
ASSETS
Derivatives, non-current
7
21
-
-
-
Other receivables, non-current
4
4
121
93
-
Trade receivables
10 24 40 39 - 12
Derivatives, current
13
20
-
-
-
Other receivables, current
43
36
43
118
-
195
353
-
-
-

LIABILITIES
81
38
-
-
-
Bank and other credit
institutions, etc. current
-
-
27
27
4
4
Trade payables
32
26
114
98
2
25
54
-
-
-
Other payables, current
1
1
-
-
-

Purchase of property, plant
and equipment, etc.
-
-
-
-
59

Capital increases
6
44
11
47
-
Dividends
132
70
204
209
-
-
None of the Executive Board members bought any share options in 2014. During 2013, none of the Executive Board
members bought any share options. Further information is provided in note 12.
In relation to Danske Banks arrangement of payment transactions, sale and purchase of securities, etc., only the related costs are included in the above.
Dividends distributed are not included.
1 The Board of Directors and the Executive Board in A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S, A.P. Mller Holding A/S, A.P. Mller og
Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Mllers Fond til almene Formaal and their close relatives (including undertakings under
their significant influence). Trade receivables and payables include customary business related accounts in connection
with shipping activities.
2 Includes commission and commercial receivables to Maersk Broker K/S from chartering, as well as purchase and sale
of ships.
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NOTE 24 SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

BASIS OF PREPARATION
The consolidated financial statements for 2014 for the A.P. Moller Maersk Group have been prepared on a going
concern basis and in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU and
Danish disclosure requirements for listed companies. The consolidated financial statements are also in accordance
with IFRS as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).
The accounting policies are consistent with those applied in the consolidated financial statements for 2013 except
for the below areas:
The Group has changed its presentation currency from DKK to USD. As a consequence, the translation reserve
in equity has been changed. The effect as of 1 January 2013 is presented in the statement of changes in equity.
Management has decided to move Esvagt from Maersk Supply Service to Other businesses in the segment
presentation. Comparative figures for 2013 have been restated.
Amendments to IAS 32 Financial Instruments: Presentation, IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and
Measurement and IFRIC 21 Levies have been implemented with no material effect on the financial statements.
New financial reporting requirements coming into effect after 31 December 2014 are outlined in note 26.
CONSOLIDATION
The consolidated financial statements comprise the parent company A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S, its subsidiaries and
proportionate shares in joint arrangements classified as joint operations.
Subsidiaries are entities controlled by A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S. Control is based on the power to direct the relevant
activities of an entity and the exposure, or right, to variable returns arising from it. In that connection relevant activities
are those that significantly affect the investees returns. Control is usually achieved by directly or indirectly owning or
in other ways controlling more than 50% of the voting rights or by other rights, such as agreements on management
control.
Joint arrangements are entities in which the Group, according to contractual agreements with one or more other
parties, has joint control. The arrangements are classified as joint ventures, if the contracting parties rights are limited
to net assets in the separate legal entities, and as joint operations, if the parties have direct and unlimited rights to the
assets and obligations for the liabilities of the arrangement.
Entities in which the Group exercises a significant but non-controlling influence are considered to be associated companies. A significant influence is usually achieved by directly or indirectly owning or controlling 20-50% of the voting
rights. Agreements and other circumstances are considered when assessing the degree of influence.
Consolidation is performed by summarising the financial statements of the parent company and its subsidiaries,
including the proportionate share of joint operations, part-owned vessels and pool arrangements, which have been
prepared in accordance with the Groups accounting policies. Intra-group income and expenses, shareholdings, dividends, intra-group balances and gains on intra-group transactions are eliminated. Unrealised gains on transactions
with associated companies and joint arrangements are eliminated in proportion to the Groups ownership share.
Unrealised losses are eliminated in the same way, unless they indicate impairment.
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Non-controlling interests share of profit or loss for the year and of equity in subsidiaries which are not wholly owned is
included as part of the Groups profit and equity respectively, but shown as separate items.
BUSINESS COMBINATIONS AND DISPOSAL OF SUBSIDIARIES
Upon acquisition of new entities, the acquired assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities are measured at fair value at
the date control was achieved using the acquisition method. Identifiable intangible assets are recognised if they arise
from a contractual right or can otherwise be separately identified. The difference between the fair value of the acquisition cost and the fair value of acquired identifiable net assets is recognised as goodwill. Any subsequent changes
to contingent acquisition costs are recognised as other income or other costs in the income statement. Transaction
costs are recognised as operating costs as they are incurred.
When the Group ceases to have control of a subsidiary, the value of any retained investment is re-measured at fair value
and the value adjustment is recognised in the income statement as gain (or loss) on sale of non-current assets. The
effect of the purchase and sale of non-controlling interests without changes in control is included directly in equity.
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION
The consolidated financial statements are presented in USD, the functional currency of the parent company. In the
translation to the presentation currency for subsidiaries, associates or joint arrangements with functional currencies
other than USD, the total comprehensive income is translated into USD at average exchange rates and the balance
sheet is translated at the exchange rates as at the balance sheet date. Exchange differences arising from such translations are recognised directly in other comprehensive income and in a separate reserve of equity.
The functional currency varies from business area to business area. For the Groups principal shipping and drilling
activities and oil and gas activities, the functional currency is USD. This means that, among other things, the carrying
amounts of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets and, hence, depreciation and amortisation are maintained in USD from the date of acquisition. For other activities, including container terminal activities and land-based
container activities, the functional currency is generally the local currency in the country in which such activities are
performed, unless circumstances suggest a different currency is appropriate.
Transactions in currencies other than the functional currency are translated at the exchange rate prevailing at the date
of the transaction. Monetary items in foreign currencies not settled at the balance sheet date are translated at the
exchange rate as at the balance sheet date. Foreign exchange gains and losses are included in the income statement
as financial income or expenses.
SEGMENT INFORMATION
The allocation of business activities into segments reflects the Groups character as a conglomerate and is in line
with the internal management reporting. Some activities are related, but are managed individually. The reportable
segments are as follows:
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Maersk Line
Global container services
Maersk Oil
Oil and gas production and exploration activities
APM Terminals
ontainer terminal activities, inland transportation, container depots and repair

C
of containers, etc.
Maersk Drilling
ffshore drilling activities and operation of land-rigs through 50% ownership

O
of Egyptian Drilling Company
Maersk Supply Service
Supply vessel activities with anchor handling and platform supply vessels, etc.
Maersk Tankers
Tanker shipping of crude oil, oil products and gas
Damco
Logistic and forwarding activities
Svitzer
Towing and salvage activities, etc.
In addition, the Group comprises other businesses, which neither individually nor in aggregate constitute reportable
segments. These include, inter alia, Maersk Container Industry, Maersk Aviation, Maersk Training and various service
entities within the energy industry, as well as investments in the associated companies Danske Bank, Hegh Autoliners
and DFDS (sold in 2013).
The reportable segments do not comprise costs in group functions. Also, oil hedging activities in Maersk Oil Trading and
the results of Maersk Oil Tradings activity in the form of purchasing bunker and lubricating oil on behalf of entities in
the Group are not allocated to business segments.
Revenue between segments is limited except for Terminal activities and Damco, where a large part of the services is
delivered to the Groups container shipping activities. Sales of products and services between segments are based on
market terms.
Segment profit or loss (NOPAT), assets and liabilities comprise items directly related to or which can be allocated to
segments. Financial assets and liabilities and financial income and expenses are not attributed to business segments.
With no effect on the Groups results or financial position, long term agreements between segments on reserved
capacity in container terminals are treated as operating leases, where under IFRS they are classified as finance leases.
INCOME STATEMENT
Revenue from sale of goods is recognised upon the transfer of risk to the buyer.
Revenue from shipping activities is recognised as the service is provided, including a share of revenue from incomplete
voyages at the balance sheet date. Invoiced revenue related to an estimated proportion of remaining voyage time
and activities at the destination port is deferred. Any detention and demurrage fees are recognised at the time of
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customers late return or pick-up of containers. Revenue is recognised net of discounts and rebates, some of which are
estimated based on volume incentives and other factors.
Oil and gas sales are recognised as revenue upon discharge from the production site. In agreements where tax is settled
in oil, this tax is recognised both as revenue and tax.
Revenue from terminal operations, logistics, forwarding activities and towing activities is recognised upon completion
of the service. In container terminals operated under certain restrictive terms of pricing and service, etc., the value of
tangible assets constructed on behalf of the concession grantor is also included.
For drilling activities, which are typically carried out under long term agreements with fixed day rates, revenue is recognised for the production time related to the financial year.
Lease income from operating leases is recognised over the lease term.
Exploration costs in the oil and gas activities are recognised as operating costs as they are incurred.
Share in profits of associated companies and joint ventures is recognised net of tax and corrected for the share
of unrealised intra-group gains and losses. The item also comprises any impairment losses for such investments,
including goodwill, and their reversal.
Tax comprises an estimate of current and deferred tax as well as adjustments to previous years of those. Income tax is
tax on taxable profits and consists of corporation tax, hydrocarbon tax in Denmark and other countries, withholding tax
of dividends, etc. In addition, tax comprises tonnage tax and oil tax based on gross measures. Tonnage tax is classified
as tax when creditable in, or paid in lieu of, income tax. Oil tax on gross measures is a special tax on the production of
hydrocarbons, and is separately disclosed within tax to provide clarity over the Groups overall tax expense.
Tax is recognised in income statement to the extent it arises from items recognised in the income statement, including
tax of gains on intra-group transactions that have been eliminated in the consolidation.
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Other comprehensive income consists of income and costs not recognised in the income statement, including exchange rate adjustments arising from the translation from functional currency to presentation currency, adjustment of
other equity investments and cash flow hedges to fair value as well as actuarial gains or losses on defined benefit plans,
etc. The Groups share of other comprehensive income in associated companies and joint ventures is also included.
In the event of disposal or discontinuation of an entity, the Groups share of the accumulated exchange rate adjustment
relating to the relevant entity with a non-USD functional currency is reclassified to the income statement. Accumulated
value adjustments of securities are transferred to the income statement in the event of sale or when there is objective
evidence that the asset is impaired.
Other comprehensive income includes current and deferred tax to the extent the income and costs recognised in other
comprehensive income are taxable or deductible.
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BALANCE SHEET
Intangible assets are measured at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment losses. Amortisation is
calculated on a straight-line basis over the estimated useful lives of the assets. Intangible assets in connection with
acquired oil resources (concession rights, etc.) are amortised from the commencement of production until the fields
expected production periods ends a period of up to 20 years. Acquired exploration rights are amortised from the date
of acquisition for a period of up to five years. IT software is amortised over a useful life of 3-5 years. Goodwill and other
intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are not amortised, but impairment tests are prepared at least annually,
starting in the year of acquisition. Goodwill is attributed to cash-generating units.
For container terminals operated under certain restrictive price and service conditions, etc., concessional rights to
collect usage charges are included under intangible assets. The cost includes the present value of minimum payments
under concession agreements and the cost of property, plant and equipment constructed on behalf of a grantor of a
concession. The rights are amortised from the commencement of operations over the concession period.
Property, plant and equipment are valued at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Depreciation
is charged to the income statement on a straight-line basis over the useful lives at an estimated residual value. For oil
production facilities, including facilities under construction, where oil is received as payment for the investment (cost oil),
depreciation generally takes place concurrently with the receipt of cost oil.
The useful lives of new assets are typically as follows:
Ships, rigs, etc.
20-25 years
Containers etc.
12 years
Buildings
10-50 years
Terminal infrastructure
Plant and machinery, cranes and other terminal equipment
Other operating equipment, fixtures, etc.
Oil and gas production facilities, etc.
based on the expected production periods of the fields
over lease or concession period

5-20 years
3-7 years
up to 20 years
Estimated useful lives and residual values are reassessed on a regular basis.
The cost of an asset is divided into separate components which are depreciated separately if the useful lives of the
individual components differ. Dry-docking costs are recognised in the carrying amount of ships, rigs, etc. when incurred
and depreciated over the period until the next dry-docking.
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The cost of assets constructed by the Group includes direct and indirect expenses. For assets with a long construction
period, borrowing costs during the construction period from specific as well as general borrowings are attributed to
cost. In addition, the cost includes the net present value of estimated costs of abandonment, removal and restoration.
Impairment losses are recognised when the carrying amount of an asset or a cash-generating unit exceeds the
higher of the estimated value in use and fair value less costs to sell. Goodwill is fully impaired before other assets in a
cash-generating unit.
Intangible assets and property, plant and equipment are tested for impairment, if there is an indication of impairment.
However, annual impairment tests are carried out for goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite useful lives
as well as intangible assets that are not yet in use, except oil concession rights in scope of IFRS 6.
Lease contracts are classified as operating or finance leases at the inception of the lease. Once determined, the
classification is not subsequently reassessed unless there are changes to the contract conditions. Contracts which
transfer all significant risks and benefits associated with the underlying asset to the lessee are classified as finance
leases. Assets held under finance leases are treated as property, plant and equipment.
Investments in associated companies and joint ventures are recognised at the Groups share of the equity value
inclusive of goodwill less any impairment losses. Goodwill is an integral part of the value of associated companies and
joint ventures and is therefore subject to an impairment test together with the investment as a whole. Impairment losses
are reversed to the extent the original value is considered recoverable.
Securities, including shares, bonds and similar securities, are recognised on the trading date at fair value and subsequently measured at the quoted market price for listed securities and at estimated fair value for other securities. Securities that form part of the liquidity resources (Held for trading) are classified as current assets and value adjustments are
recognised in the income statement under financial items. Other equity investments are classified as non-current assets
(Available-for-sale) where unrealised value adjustments are recognised in other comprehensive income.
Inventories mainly consist of bunkers, containers (manufacturing), spare parts not qualifying as property, plant and
equipment and other consumables. Inventories are measured at cost, primarily according to the FIFO method. The cost
of finished goods and work in progress includes direct and indirect production costs.
Loans and receivables are initially recognised at fair value, plus any direct transaction costs and subsequently
measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Write-down is made for anticipated losses based on
specific individual or group assessments.
Equity includes total comprehensive income for the year comprising the profit or loss for the year and other comprehensive income. Proceeds on the purchase and sale of own shares and dividend from such shares are recognised
in equity, including proceeds on the disposal of own shares in connection with the exercise of share options.
The translation reserve comprises the Groups share of accumulated exchange rate differences arising on translation
from functional currency into presentation currency. The reserve for other equity investments comprises accumulated
changes in the fair value of securities in the category Available-for-sale. The reserve for hedges includes the accumulated
net change in the fair value of hedging transactions qualifying for cash flow hedge accounting.
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Performance shares, restricted shares and share options allocated to the executive employees of the Group as part
of the Groups long term incentive programme are recognised as staff costs over the vesting period at estimated fair
value at the grant date and a corresponding adjustment in equity. The fair value of share options is calculated on the
basis of the Black & Scholes formula.
At the end of each reporting period, the Group revises its estimates of the number of options that are expected to vest
based on the non-market vesting conditions and service conditions. Any impact of the revision is recognised in the
income statement with a corresponding adjustment to equity.
Provisions are recognised when the Group has a current legal or constructive obligation and include among other
provisions for abandonment of oil fields, legal disputes, onerous contracts, as well as provisions for incurred, but not
yet reported, incidents under certain insurance programmes, primarily in the USA. Provisions are recognised on the
basis of best estimates and are discounted where the time element is significant and where the time of settlement is
reasonable determinable.
Pension obligations are the net liabilities of defined benefit obligations and the dedicated assets adjusted for the
effect of minimum funding and asset ceiling requirements. Plans with a funding surplus are presented as net assets
on the balance sheet. The defined benefit obligations are measured at the present value of expected future payments
to be made in respect of services provided by employees up to the balance sheet date. Plan assets are measured at
fair value. The pension cost charged to the income statement consists of calculated amounts for vested benefits and
interest in addition to settlement gains or losses, etc. Interest on plan assets is calculated with the same rates as used
for discounting the obligations. Actuarial gains and losses are recognised in other comprehensive income.
Pension plans where the Group, as part of collective bargaining agreements, participates together with other enterprises
so called multiemployer plans are treated as other pension plans in the financial statements. For defined benefit
multi-employer plans where sufficient information to apply defined benefit accounting is not available, the plans are
treated as defined contribution plans.
Deferred tax is calculated on differences between the carrying amount and tax base of assets and liabilities. Deferred
tax is not provided on goodwill which is not deductible or depreciable for tax purposes, or temporary differences which
have no effect on the accounting results or taxable income at the time of the transaction. In addition, deferred tax is
not calculated for differences relating to investments in subsidiaries, associated companies and joint ventures to the
extent that taxable dividends are unlikely in the foreseeable future. Deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent
that it is probable that they can be utilised within a foreseeable future.
Financial liabilities are initially recognised at fair value less transaction costs. Subsequently the financial liabilities
are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, whereby transaction costs and any premium or
discount are recognised as financial expenses over the term of the liabilities. Fixed interest loans under fair value hedge
accounting are measured at amortised cost adding or deducting the fair value of the hedged interest component.
Liabilities in respect of finance leases are recognised in the balance sheet as borrowings.
DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Derivative financial instruments are recognised on the trading date and measured at fair value using generally acknowledged valuation techniques based on relevant observable swap curves and exchange rates.
The effective portion of changes in the value of derivative financial instruments designated to hedge future transactions
is recognised in other comprehensive income until the hedged transactions are realised. At that time, the cumulated
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gains/losses are transferred to the items under which the hedged transactions are recognised. The effective portion
of changes in the value of derivative financial instruments used to hedge the value of recognised financial assets and
liabilities is recognised in the income statement together with changes in the fair value of the hedged assets or liabilities
which can be attributed to the hedging relationship. The ineffective portion of hedge transactions, including time value
for oil price hedges, and changes in the fair values of derivative financial instruments, which do not qualify for hedge
accounting are recognised in the income statement as financial income or expenses for interest and currency based
instruments, and as other income/costs for oil price hedges and forward freight agreements.
CASH FLOW STATEMENT
Cash flow for the year is divided into cash flow from operating activities, cash flow used for investing activities and cash
flow from financing activities. Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash and bank balances net of bank overdrafts where
overdraft facilities form an integral part of the Groups cash management. Changes in marketable securities are included
in cash flow used for investing activities.
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS AND ASSETS HELD FOR SALE
Discontinued operations represent a separate major line of business disposed of or in preparation for sale. The results
of discontinued operations are presented separately in the income statement and comparative figures are restated.
Assets and related liabilities from discontinued operations are presented as separate items in the balance sheet, and
the cash flows from discontinued operations are presented separately in the cash flow statement.
Individual assets or groups of assets that are to be disposed of collectively are classified as assets held for sale, when the
activities to carry out such a sale have been initiated and the activities are expected to be disposed of within 12 months.
Liabilities of a disposal group that are directly related to assets held for sale are presented correspondingly.
Assets and liabilities from discontinued operations and assets held for sale except financial assets, etc., are measured
at the lower of carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. Non-current assets held for sale are not depreciated.
KEY FIGURES
Return on equity is calculated as the profit or loss for the year divided by the average equity.
Equity ratio is calculated as the equity divided by total assets.
Return on invested capital after tax (ROIC) is the profit or loss for the year before interest but after calculated tax, divided
by the quarterly average invested capital (equity plus net interest-bearing debt).
The segments return on invested capital after tax (ROIC) is net operating profit or loss after tax (NOPAT) divided by the
quarterly average invested capital, net (segment assets less liabilities).
Earnings per share and cash flow from operating activities per share comprise A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S share of the
profit or loss for the year respectively the cash flow from operating activities divided by the number of shares (of DKK
1,000 each), excluding the Groups holding of own shares.
Diluted earnings per share are adjusted for the dilution effect of issued share options.
Total market capitalisation is the total number of shares excluding the Groups holding of own shares multiplied by
the end-of-year price quoted by NASDAQ OMX Copenhagen.
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NOTE 25 SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS

The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management, on an on-going basis, to make judgements and estimates as well as form assumptions that affect the reported amounts. Management bases its judgements and estimates on historical experience, independent advisors and on other factors it believes to be reasonable
under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The most significant areas subject to estimates and judgements are mentioned below.
GENERAL
Decline in oil or gas prices
A substantial or prolonged decline in oil or gas prices can have a material adverse effect on the Groups oil and gas related businesses, particularly impacting the measurement of exploration and development assets, oil and gas production
facilities, drilling rigs and abandonment provisions. Management does not have control over the risk factors impacting
oil and gas prices. These factors include among others:
Economic and political developments in resource-producing regions
The ability of OPEC and other producing nations to influence global production and prices
Government regulations and actions
Global economic and political conditions or conflicts
Changes in population growth and consumer preferences
The price and availability of new technology
Severe weather conditions
Rapid substantial and/or sustained reductions in oil or gas prices can have an impact on the validity of the assumptions
on which strategic decisions are based and can have an impact on the economic viability of projects being planned or in
development. A prolonged period of low oil or gas prices could also require earlier cessation or mothballing of production, if and when oil or gas fields become uneconomic.
INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Management assesses impairment indicators across the Groups portfolio of assets. Judgement is applied in the
definition of cash generating units and in the selection of methodologies and assumptions for impairment tests.
Projected cash flow models are used when fair value is not obtainable or when fair value is deemed lower than value in
use. External data is used to the extent possible and centralised processes, involving corporate functions, shall ensure
that indexes or data sources are selected consistently observing differences in risks and other circumstances. Current
market values for vessels, rigs, etc. are estimated using acknowledged brokers.
The determination of cash generating units differs for the various business areas. For integrated network businesses,
such as Maersk Line and Safmarine, the container shipping activities are considered to be a single cash generating unit.
For the oil and gas activities, connected oil or gas fields are considered to be cash generating units. APM Terminals considers each individual terminal as a cash generating unit. Maersk Drilling considers rigs with the similar functionality
and operation environment as cash generating units due to largely interdependent cash flows. Maersk Tankers, Svitzer
and Maersk Supply Service group vessels according to type, size, etc. in accordance with the structure governing the
managements ongoing follow-up.
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Impairment considerations
In 2014, the declining oil price has led to impairment tests for oil production facilities, including exploration and development assets, and drilling rigs. As the current oil price has not stabilised, the future cash flow projections are particularly difficult to predict. Consistent with prior years, management has chosen to apply the Brent oil price assumptions.
Based on long term forward curves from end of 2014 the oil price is expected to slowly recover in the medium term to a
level of USD 80 in 2020. From this time an inflation adjusted oil price is used. An adjustment of the forward oil prices on
short and medium term has been the main cause for impairment of oil related assets in the UK.
Other critical factors in impairment tests of assets employed in Maersk Oil are: Future development and operating
costs, reservoir evaluation, unitisation options, taxation and discount factors. The expenses are based on the scope of
work agreed between parties in the joint arrangements.
An estimate of the recoverable amount of oil concession rights in Brazil is based on the latest available resource reports
from June 2014. The carrying amount of the oil concession rights post impairment reflects managements expectations that there are sufficient potential resources to recover the cost from the remaining fields and that the operating
partners will at a later state be able to present commercially viable development plans for these fields. First oil in Brazil
is forecasted for 2018/19 and the project is therefore not impacted by short to medium term oil price fluctuation.
Maersk Drilling is impacted by the lower oil price from lower day rates and a drop in market values of rigs. Due to the
contract coverage, no impairment losses were recognised as a result of the declining oil price. One rig was impaired due
to age.
Maersk Line reversed impairments related to two container vessels held for sale in 2013 that were redeployed in the
network. The carrying amount of container vessels and associated assets in the cash generating unit is higher than fair
value, for which reason a value in use calculation has been performed. The cash flow projection is based on the latest
forecast for 2015-19 including estimated effects from the Vessel Sharing Agreement with Mediterranean Shipping
Company (referred to as 2M). The key sensitivities are development in freight rate, container volumes, bunker costs and
cost reduction initiatives as well as the discount rate. Management has applied an assumption of growth in volumes
and overall declining freight rates. The decline in the bunker price is assumed to have no significant impact in the long
term since it will be reflected in the freight rates. The impairment test showed substantial headroom from value in use
to the carrying amount. Management is of the opinion that the assumptions applied are sustainable and that the gap
to fair value can be explained mainly by Maersk Line performing at margins above the industry.
The annual impairment tests of goodwill in Svitzer are based on value in use calculations of the cash generating units to
which goodwill is allocated. For the activities in Australia management has lowered the EBITDA margins in the forecast
due to industry overcapacity, a high industrial cost structure and a general slowdown of bulk activities. This adjustment
has led to full impairment of goodwill related to the Australian activities.
Refer to notes 6 and 7 for information about impairment losses, recoverable amounts and discount rates.
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Amortisation, depreciation and residual values

Useful lives are estimated based on past experience and the managements estimates of the period over which the
assets will provide economic benefits. Management decides from time to time to revise the estimates for individual assets or groups of assets with similar characteristics due to factors such as quality of maintenance and repair, technical
development and environmental requirements. For oil production facilities the production period is based on managements judgement of when it will no longer be commercially viable to extract more oil or gas, which is highly dependent
of the future oil price, production costs and the technical feasibility for extraction. Refer to note 24 for the useful lives
typically used for new assets.
Residual values are difficult to estimate given the long lives of vessels and rigs, the uncertainty as to future economic
conditions and the future price of steel, which is considered as the main determinant of the residual price. As a main
rule the residual values of vessels and rigs are initially estimated at 10% of the purchase price exclusive dry-docking
costs. The long term view is prioritised in order to disregard, to the extent possible, temporary market fluctuations
which may be significant.
ABANDONMENT OBLIGATIONS
When establishing and operating oil or gas production facilities, provisions are made for the cost of removing the production facilities and re-establishment of the environment (sea bed etc.) according to the legislation which applies to
the individual concession areas. The recognised obligation is based on contractual agreements and current regulatory
requirements.
Provisions for abandonment are a judgemental area as they include assumptions around estimated decommissioning
costs, discount rates and the economic lives of fields, which in turn will depend on factors such as oil price, operating
costs and fiscal policy in the jurisdiction of operation. The variables in estimating decommissioning costs are, inter
alia: Rig rates, time spent closing down facilities and costs for plugging wells. Evaluation reports from external engineer
consulting firms on the scope of work and costs have formed basis for the internal estimates. The cost assumptions are
based on longer term forecasts (inflated and discounted) rather than current market rates and management reassesses such assumptions on an annual basis.
PROVISIONS FOR PENSION AND OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Management is required to make judgements as to the nature of benefits provided, contractually or by law, in order to
determine the accounting policy for each scheme.
For defined benefit schemes management is required to make annual estimates and assumptions about future remuneration and pension changes, employee attrition rates, life expectancy, inflation and discount rates. In making judgements on classification of schemes and assumptions, management considers advice by the actuaries performing the
valuation. The inflation and discount rates are determined centrally for the major plans on a country by country basis.
All other assumptions are determined on a plan by plan basis. Refer to note 14 for information about key assumptions
and the sensitivity of the liability to changes in those.
Plan assets used only to meet the obligations are set off against the gross liability. Such assets are measured at fair
value by fund administrators.
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PROVISIONS FOR LEGAL DISPUTES, ETC.

The managements estimate of the provisions in connection with legal disputes, including disputes on taxes and
duties, is based on the knowledge available on the actual substance of the cases and a legal assessment of these.
The resolution of legal disputes, either through negotiations or litigation, can take several years to complete and the
outcome is subject to considerable uncertainty.
The Group is engaged in a number of disputes with tax authorities of various scope. Appropriate provision has been
made where the probability of payment of additional taxes in individual cases is considered more likely than not. In
addition, disputed items are evaluated on a portfolio basis by geographical area and country risk provisions are established where the aggregated risk of additional payments is more likely than not. Demands for which the probability of
payment is assessed by management to be less than 50% are not provided for.
DEFERRED TAX ASSET
Judgement has been applied in the measurement of deferred tax assets with respect to the Groups ability to utilise
the assets. Management considers the likelihood of utilisation based on the latest business plans and recent financial
performances of the individual entities. Net deferred tax assets arisen in entities having suffered an accounting loss
in either the current or preceding period amount to USD 237m (USD 184m), excluding entities participating in joint
taxation schemes. These assets mainly relate to unused tax losses or deductible temporary differences generated in
the development of oil and gas fields, during construction of terminals or in mobilisation of drilling rigs, where taxable
profits have been generated either in the current period or is expected within a foreseeable future.
ASSESSMENT OF CONTROL, JOINT CONTROL OR SIGNIFICANT INFLUENCE
The Groups control, joint control or significant influence over an entity or activity is subject to an assessment of power
and exposure to variability in returns.
The assessment of control in oil and gas activities entails analysis of the status of operators in joint arrangements. Operators are responsible for the daily management of the activities carried out within the jointly established framework.
Since operators are not exposed to, and have no right to, returns beyond the participating share, and since they can be
replaced by agreement, the operators are regarded as agents as defined in IFRS 10. Operators of pool arrangements in
shipping are assessed similarly.
When assessing joint control, an analysis is carried out to determine which decisions require unanimity and whether
these concern the activities that significantly affect the returns. Joint control is deemed to exist when business plans,
work programmes and budgets are unanimously adopted. Within oil and gas activities, an assessment of joint control
is carried out for each phase. These are typically exploration and development, production and decommissioning.
Unanimity is often not required during the production phase. Given that the contracting parties have direct and unrestricted rights and obligations in the arrangements assets or liabilities regardless of voting rights the arrangements
are accounted for as joint operations during all phases.
For pool arrangements in shipping, unanimity is not required in decisions on relevant activities. However, the contracting parties have direct and unrestricted rights and obligations in the units assets or liabilities, and as the pool arrangements are not structured into separate legal entities, they are treated as joint operations.
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ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS CONTINUED
NOTE 26 NEW FINANCIAL

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
In 2014, management has applied judgement in the classification of Dansk Supermarked Group after the sale of the
majority share. On the basis that the Group holds less than 20% ownership and the remaining shares are concentrated
with one majority shareholder, the investment has been classified as available-for-sale (other equity investments).
Refer to note 17 for information about the assumptions and method applied in the managements estimation of fair
value at the balance sheet date.
The following new accounting standards are relevant to the Group for the years commencing from 1 January 2017 or
later. The standards are expected to be endorsed by the EU before the effective dates.
LEASING
Judgement is applied in the classification of lease as operating or finance lease. The Group enters into a substantial
amount of lease contracts, some of which are combined lease and service contracts like time-charter agreements.
Management applies a formalised process for classification and estimation of present values for finance leases with
use of specialised staff in corporate functions.
REVENUE
IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers replaces IAS 18 Revenue, IAS 11 Construction Contracts and a
number of interpretations (IFRIC 13, 15, 18 and SIC-31).
The new standard provides a comprehensive framework and application guidance for recognising revenue. The core
principle is that revenue is recognised at the amount of consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in
exchange for goods or services. Revenue is recognised on transfer of control, either at a point in time or over time as
the entity progresses towards meeting its obligations.
The Group expects to implement IFRS 15 when it becomes mandatory 1 January 2017, subject to endorsement by
the EU. The Group is currently in the process of determining the impact of adopting the new standard. No significant
impact has been identified at the reporting date.
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
IFRS 9 replaces IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and measurement and IASB has set the effective date to
1 January 2018 with early adoption permitted. The new standard amends the principles for classification and measurement of financial assets, hedge accounting and impairment methodology. The principles for recognition and derecognition, as well as classification and measurement of financial liabilities were carried forward almost unchanged.
Under IFRS 9, all recognised financial assets will be measured at either amortised cost or fair value, depending on the
objective for holding the assets and the instruments characteristics. The options for classification and reclassification have been limited and fair value adjustments of equity investments recognised in other comprehensive income
shall no longer be transferred to the income statement on disposal. The Group shall on an investment-by-investment
basis make an irrevocable election whether to classify equity investments as fair value through other comprehensive
income. Other than this limitation, the changed model has no material impact on the Group financial statements.
As for hedge accounting the new standard aligns the requirements more closely with financial risk management and
establishes a more principle-based approach to hedge accounting. IFRS 9 increases the scope of items eligible for hedge
accounting. For example, a group of items or a net position may be designated hedged items. The new standard does not
fundamentally change the types of hedging relationships.
The existing impairment model for loans and receivables in IAS 39 (an incurred loss model) is replaced by an expected
credit loss model in IFRS 9. The effect is an earlier recognition of impairment losses based on historical, current and forecast information of shortfalls. The Groups exposure to credit losses is limited and the changed model is not expected to
materially impact the financial position or performance.
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NOTE 27 JOINT OPERATIONS

The Groups joint operations are solely within Maersk Oil. Significant joint operations are listed below:

Place of business
Country
2014
IN PRODUCTION
Hassi Berkine

Campo Polvo
Dansk Undergrunds Consortium
Dunga
Gryphon
South Gryphon
Harding
Golden Eagle
Jack
Algeria on Shore, Block 208

(El Merk) + Block 404
Offshore Brazil
Danish North Sea
Kazakhstan on shore
United Kingdom North Sea
Gulf of Mexico
Algeria
Brazil
Denmark
Kazakhstan
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
USA
Ownership
interest
11.0%
40.0%
31.2%
60.0%
86.5%
89.9%
30.0%
32.0%
25.0%
Voting
rights
40.0%
31.2%
60.0%
86.5%
89.9%
30.0%
32.0%
25.0%

Place of business
Country
2013
IN PRODUCTION
Hassi Berkine

Campo Polvo
Dansk Undergrunds Consortium
Dunga
Gryphon
South Gryphon
Harding
NOT IN PRODUCTION
Chissonga
NOT IN PRODUCTION
Johan Sverdrup
Chissonga
Block 16, offshore Angola
Angola
65.0%
65.0%
Golden Eagle
Sarsang
Iraqi Kurdistan on shore
Iraqi Kurdistan
18.0%
22.5%
Culzean
Johan Sverdrup
Norway North Sea
Norway
20.0% 1
20.0% 1
Buckskin

Culzean
United Kingdom
50.0%
50.0%
Jack
Buckskin
Gulf of Mexico
USA
20.0%
20.0%
Ownership
interest
Voting
rights
Algeria on Shore, Block 208

(El Merk) + Block 404
Offshore Brazil
Danish North Sea
Kazakhstan on shore
Algeria
Brazil
Denmark
Kazakhstan
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
11.0%
40.0%
31.2%
60.0%
86.5%
89.9%
30.0%
40.0%
31.2%
60.0%
86.5%
89.9%
30.0%
Block 16, offshore Angola

Norway North Sea
Gulf of Mexico
Gulf of Mexico
Angola
Norway
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
USA
USA
65.0%
20.0%
32.0%
50.0%
20.0%
25.0%
65.0%
20.0%
32.0%
50.0%
20.0%
25.0%
1 A development and operation plan for the first phase of Johan Sverdrup, under which Maersk Oil would hold an
interest of 8.12% has in February 2015 been submitted for approval by the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy.
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Parent company
(In parenthesis the corresponding figures for 2013)
Financial statements 2014

Income statement/Statement of comprehensive income/Balance sheet at 31 December/Cash flow statement/Statement of changes in equity
Notes to the financial statements/Statement of the Board of Directors and Management/Independent auditors' report
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INCOME STATEMENT
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
2014 2013
Note
Note
2014 2013
Revenue
2,355 2,881

Profit for the year
7,984
1
Operating costs
875
838

Other income
45
23


1,525
2,066
-128
5,6,9 Depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses, net
249
249

2
Gain/loss on sale of companies and non-current assets, etc., net
6,357
8

CASH FLOW HEDGES:

7,633
1,825
-259
3 Dividends
107
316
14 Reclassified to income statement:
3
Financial income
1,315
736
operating costs
-5
3
Financial expenses
1,643
1,099
gain/loss on sale of companies and non-current assets, etc., net
48

Profit before tax
7,412
1,778
financial expenses
129
4 Tax
865
1,115
36

6,547
663

9
1,437
637
4
6

Profit for the year
7,984
1,300
Total items that are or may be reclassified subsequently
to the income statement
-173

APPROPRIATION:

-173

Proposed dividend
1,077
1,137

Retained earnings
6,907
163

7,811

7,984 1,300

Proposed dividend per share, DKK

Proposed dividend per share, USD
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300
49
1,300
68
2
64
-37
-25
75
75
1,375
280
52
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BALANCE SHEET AT 31 DECEMBER
BALANCE SHEET AT 31 DECEMBER
31 December
1 January

2014 2013 2013
31 December
1 January

2014 2013 2013
5
Intangible assets
0
0
3

Ships, rigs, containers, etc.
465
10,934
11,109

Production facilities and equipment, etc.
1,336
1,484
1,209

Land and buildings
-
92
99

Construction work in progress and payment on account
265
1,208
1,266
6
2,066
13,718
13,683

7
Investments in subsidiaries
15,787
17,199
17,194
7
355
3,510
3,791

935
68
66
15 Interest bearing receivables from subsidiaries, etc.
6,832
5,761
5,384
14 Derivatives
144
240
205

Other receivables
650
413
301

Financial non-current assets, etc.
24,703
27,191
26,941

8
Deferred tax
157
84
119

Total non-current assets
26,926
40,993
40,746

Inventories
62 643 814

15,16 Trade receivables
343
2,397
3,240

Tax receivables
57
136
194
15 Interest bearing receivables from subsidiaries, etc.
2,505
3,356
2,817
14 Derivatives
176
171
104

Other receivables
39
129
104

Other receivables from subsidiaries, etc.
107
558
502
Prepayments
35
106
141

Receivables, etc.
3,262
6,853
7,102

15 Securities
287
222
222
15 Cash and bank balances
2,092
1,531
321
9
21,605
907

Total current assets
27,308
10,156
8,459

Total assets
54,234
51,149
49,205
10 Share capital
3,985
738
Reserves
23,200 20,330

Total equity
27,185
21,068

12 Borrowings, non-current
7,459
8,333
12 Interest bearing debt to subsidiaries, etc.
-
188

13 Provisions
1,793
1,931
14 Derivatives
413
123
8
Deferred tax
58
127

Other non-current liabilities
2,264
2,181

Total non-current liabilities
9,723
10,702

12 Borrowings, current
744
2,124
12 Interest bearing debt to subsidiaries, etc.
10,052
11,509

13 Provisions
38
129

Trade payables
219
3,127

Tax payables
169
443
14 Derivatives
236
214

Other payables
77
420

Other payables to subsidiaries, etc.
54
1,413

Deferred income
20
0

Other current liabilities
813
5,746
9
5,717
-

Total current liabilities
17,326
19,379

Total liabilities
27,049
30,081

Total equity and liabilities
54,234
51,149
Contents
738
19,852
20,590
9,964
530
1,536
220
163
1,919
12,413
1,131
9,168
222
2,865
388
101
366
1,461
500
5,903
16,202
28,615
49,205
75/110

Annual Report 2014
CASH FLOW STATEMENT

2014 2013
Note

5,6,9 Depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses, net
2
Gain on sale of companies and non-current assets, etc., net
19 Change in working capital
19 Other non-cash items

Cash from operating activities before financial items and tax

Dividends received

Financial income received

Financial expenses paid

Taxes paid

19 Purchase of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment

Sale of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment

Acquisition of and capital increases in subsidiaries and activities

Sale of subsidiaries and activities

Purchase/sale of shares in associated companies, etc.
19 Other financial investments


Purchase/sale of securities, trading portfolio


Repayment of borrowings

Proceeds from borrowings

Dividends distributed

Movements in interest bearing loans to/from subsidiaries, etc., net

Purchase/sale of own shares, net


Net cash flow from continuing operations
9

Net cash flow for the year

Cash and cash equivalents 1 January

Currency translation effect on cash and cash equivalents


Of which classified as assets held for sale

Contents
7,633
249
-6,357
39
7
1,571
107
231
-305
-977
627
-259
-
-566
4,331
-
2
3,508
-65
3,443
-4,674
1,724
-1,131
1,339
-596
-3,338
732
-
732
1,445
-159
2,018
5
2,013
1,825
249
-8
-95
50
2,021
314
377
-492
-1,140
1,080
-1,026
1,248
-864
42
288
3
-309
-309
-1,075
549
-919
1,901
14
470
1,241
5
1,246
160
39
1,445
1,445
Cash and cash equivalents

2014 2013

2,092
1,531

Cash management overdrafts
79
86

2,013
1,445
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Annual Report 2014
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY


Note
Share Reserve Retained

capital for hedges
earnings
738
Total
equity

Note

Equity at 31 December 2012

Impact of changes in accounting policies
Equity at 1 January 2013
19,889
39
19,928
20,590
0
20,590

-
-
3
14

CASH FLOW HEDGES:

-
68
-
operating costs
-
2
-
financial expenses
-
64
-
-
-37
-
-4
20,334
21,068

-
-
-128
-128
CASH FLOW HEDGES:

-
-259
-
-259
operating costs
-
-5
-
-5
gain/loss on sale of companies and
-
48
-
48

financial expenses
-
129
-
129

-
36
-
36
4
-
6
-
6

-
-45
-128
-173

Profit for the year
-
-
7,984
7,984

-
-45
7,856
7,811

-
-
-1,131
-1,131
-
-
45
45
10 Purchase of own shares
-
-
-653
-653
10 Sale of own shares
-
-
45
45

3,247
-
-3,247
0

3,247
-
-4,941
-1,694

3,985
-49
23,249
27,185
14

Share Reserve Retained

capital for hedges
earnings
777
-76
-39
738
-76
Total
equity
68
2
64
-37
4
-
-25
-
-25

-
72
3
75

Profit for the year
-
-
1,300
1,300

-
72
1,303
1,375

-
-
-919
-919
-
-
8
8
10 Sale of own shares
-
-
14
14

-
-
-897
-897

738
-4
20,334
21,068
1 At the Annual General Meeting of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S on 31 March 2014 the shareholders decided on the issue
of bonus shares by four shares to one, whereby the share capital has increased by a transfer of reserves from
retained earnings.
Contents
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Annual Report 2014
NOTES
NOTE 1
Operating costs
NOTE 2
Gain on sale of companies and
NOTE 12
Borrowings
88
NOTE 13
Provisions
88
NOTE 14
Derivatives
89
81
NOTE 15
Financial instruments
by category
90
NOTE 5
Intangible assets
82
NOTE 16
Financial risks, etc.
92
NOTE 6
82
NOTE 17
Commitments
93
NOTE 18
Contingent liabilities
95
NOTE 3
Financial income and expenses
NOTE 4
Tax
NOTE 7
Investments in subsidiaries
NOTE 8
Deferred tax
NOTE 9
Discontinued operations
and assets held for sale
NOTE 10
Share-capital
NOTE 11
Share-based payment
Contents
79
NOTE 23
New financial
reporting requirements
98
79
80
83
84
NOTE 19
Cash flow
specifications95
NOTE 20
Related parties
96
NOTE 21
Accounting policies
97
NOTE 22
Significant accounting
estimates and judgements
98
84
85
86
78/110

Annual Report 2014
NOTE 1 OPERATING COSTS
NOTE 2 GAIN ON SALE OF COMPANIES

AND NON-CURRENT ASSETS, ETC., NET

Rent and lease costs
Exploration costs
Other
Total operating costs
2014 2013
195
203
41
15
639 620
875
838
Three (three) members of the Executive Board are employed directly by the Company. All other employees are employed
by Rederiet A.P. Mller A/S.
The Company's share of fees and remuneration to the Executive Board

Fixed annual fee
Cash incentive
Performance shares
Total remuneration to the Executive Board
2014 2013
Gains1
Losses
Gain on sale of companies and non-current assets, etc., net
6,360 9
3 1
6,357
8
1 Sale of shares in Dansk Supermarked A/S and F. Salling A/S with a gain of USD 5.2bn. Also internal sale of The Maersk
Company Limited resulted in a gain for the Company.
2014 2013
10
4
1
15
10
2
12
Contract of employment for the Executive Board contains terms customary in Danish listed companies, including
termination notice and competition clauses. In connection with a possible takeover offer, neither management nor
the Board of Directors will receive special remuneration. Fees and remuneration do not include pension.
The Board of Directors has received fees of USD 4m (USD 4m).
Fees to the statutory auditors of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
2014 2013
KPMG STATSAUTORISERET REVISIONSPARTNERSELSKAB1

Statutory audit
Other services
Total fees
1
0
-
-
1
1
0
0
1
2
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS STATSAUTORISERET REVISIONSPARTNERSELSKAB

Statutory audit
Other services
Total fees
1
-
-
1
2
1
0
0
2
3
1 2013 fees were paid to the former Danish KPMG firm.
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Annual Report 2014
NOTE 3 FINANCIAL INCOME AND EXPENSES


2014 2013

Interest expenses on liabilities
345
461
45
0
Interest income on loans and receivables
371
314
Interest income on securities
2
1
Fair value adjustment transferred from equity hedge reserve (loss)
42
68
Unwind of discount on provisions
38
34
Net interest expenses
7
248

Exchange rate gains on bank deposits, loans and working capital
743
52
Exchange rate losses on bank deposits, loans and working capital
250
207
Net foreign exchange gains/losses
493
-155

Fair value gains from derivatives
40
171
Fair value losses from derivatives
623
17
Net fair value gains/losses2
-583 154

Dividends received from subsidiaries and associated companies
96
309
Dividends received from other securities
11
7
Total dividends income
107
316

Reversal of impairment losses, investments in and loans to
subsidiaries and associated companies
159
198
Impairment losses, investments in and loans to subsidiaries
390
312

Financial expenses, net
221
47

OF WHICH:
Dividends
107 316
Financial income
1,315
736
Financial expenses
1,643
1,099
Contents
The capitalisation rate used to determine the amount of borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation is 3.9% p.a. (4.4% p.a.).
Including gain on hedging instrument in fair value hedge of USD 92m (loss of USD 89m) and loss on the hedged item
of USD 88m (gain of USD 65m).
Reversal of impairment losses is mainly for A.P. Moller Finance S.A. (Maersk FPSOs A/S and Odense Staalskibsvrft A/S).
Impairment losses to lower value in use primarily relate to investment in Damco International A/S (Maersk Tankers A/S
and Damco International A/S).
For an analysis of gains and losses from derivatives reference is made to note 14.
80/110

Annual Report 2014
NOTE 4TAX

2014 2013

2014 2013

TAX RECOGNISED IN THE INCOME STATEMENT
TAX RECOGNISED IN OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME AND EQUITY
Current tax on profit for the year
653
434
Cash flow hedges
6
-25
Adjustment for current tax of prior periods
348
681
Tax recognised in other comprehensive income, net
6
-25
Withholding taxes
6
2

Total current tax
1,007
1,117
OF WHICH:
Current tax
6
-25
Origination and reversal of temporary differences
-31
-2
Adjustment for deferred tax of prior periods
-103
Recognition of previous unrecognised deferred tax asset
-8
Total deferred tax
-142
-2
Total tax expense
865
1,115
AVERAGE EFFECTIVE TAX RATE:
Profit before tax
7,412
Income subject to Danish and foreign tonnage taxation, etc.
-52
Share of profit/loss in subsidiaries
-5
Profit before tax, adjusted
7,355
1,778
83
0
1,861
Tax using the Danish corporation tax rate (2014: 24.5%, 2013: 25%)
Effect of income taxes on oil and gas
Tax rate deviations in foreign jurisdictions
Non-taxable income
Non-deductible expenses
Gains related to shares, dividends, etc.
Adjustment to previous years' taxes
Effect of changed tax rate
Deferred tax asset not recognised
Other differences, net
Total income tax
465
657
-7
24
-41
29
-3
-5
-4
1,115
Contents
1,802
433
-4
-
70
-1,520
91
-
-8
1
865
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Annual Report 2014
NOTE 5 INTANGIBLE ASSETS
IT
software
COST
1 January 2013
31 December 2013
Disposal
31 December 2014
Total
218
218
218
218
1 1
-217
-217
0
0
AMORTISATION AND IMPAIRMENT LOSSES

1 January 2013
215
215
Amortisation
3 3
31 December 2013
218
218
Disposal
1 1
-217
-217
31 December 2014
0
0
CARRYING AMOUNT:
31 December 2013
31 December 2014
0
0
0
0

Land and Construc-

containers,
facilities
buildings
tion work

etc.
and in progress
equipment
and pay-

etc.
ment on

account
Total
COST
1 January 2013
19,501
5,720
171
1,266
26,658
Addition
370 437
- 2,122 2,929
Disposal
712 27
- 1,264 2,003
Transfer
835
81
-
-916
0
31 December 2013
19,994
6,211
171
1,208
27,584
Addition
489
148
-
1,871
2,508
Disposal
309
5
171
-
485
Transfer
2,272
140
-
-2,412
-21,513
-270
-
-402
-22,185
31 December 2014
933
6,224
0
265
7,422

DEPRECIATION AND
IMPAIRMENT LOSSES
1 January 2013
8,392
4,510
72
-
12,974
Depreciation
1,105
243
7
-
1,355
Disposal
437
26
-
-
463
31 December 2013
9,060
4,727
79
-
13,866
Depreciation
1,151
239
7
-
1,397
Disposal
261
4
86
-
351
-9,482
-74
-
-
-9,556
31 December 2014
468
4,888
0
-
5,356

CARRYING AMOUNT:
31 December 2013
10,934
1,484
92
1,208
13,718
31 December 2014
465
1,336
0
265
2,066

OF WHICH CARRYING AMOUNT
OF FINANCE LEASED ASSETS:
31 December 2013
355
210
-
-
565
31 December 2014
-
-
-
-
-
Transfer, assets held for sale is related to Maersk Line vessels and equipment, etc. being transferred to a subsidiary
in 2015.
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Annual Report 2014

CONTINUED
NOTE 7 INVESTMENTS IN SUBSIDIARIES

AND ASSOCIATED COMPANIES
Finance leases
As part of the Company's activities, customary leasing agreements are entered into, especially with regard to the
chartering of vessels, lease of containers, other equipment and dedicated capacity in certain strategically important
container terminals. In some cases, the leasing agreements comprise purchase options for the Company and options
for extension of the lease term.
In the financial statements, assets held under finance leases are recognised in the same way as owned assets. As the
finance leases are all related to Maersk Line, balances are transferred to assets held for sale.
Operating leases as lessor
Property, plant and equipment include assets which are leased out as part of the Company's activities. The future lease
income is USD 403m (USD 471m) of which USD 229m (USD 202m) is receivable within one year, and USD 174m (USD
269m) between one and five years.
Pledges
Ships, containers, etc. transferred to assets held for sale in 2014 with a carrying amount of USD 1.8bn (USD 2.3bn) have
together with ships, containers, etc., owned by subsidiaries with a carrying amount of USD 848m (USD 828m) been
pledged as security for loans of USD 1.4bn (USD 1.9bn).
Invest- Investments in
ments in
subsidia- associated
ries companies
COST
1 January 2013
19,509
4,267
Addition
1,087 1
Disposal
40 284
907
Transfer
-2 2
31 December 2013
19,647
3,986
Addition
1,660
Disposal
1 3
2,845
3,184
31 December 2014
18,461
799

IMPAIRMENT LOSSES
1 January 2013
2,315
476
Impairment losses1
311
178
31 December 2013
2,448
476
Impairment losses1
390
159
5
32
31 December 2014
2,674
444

CARRYING AMOUNT:
31 December 2013
17,199
3,510
31 December 2014
15,787
355
1 Impairments are recognised when carrying amount exceeds value in use as described in note 21 and 22.
Transfer, assets held for sale relates to investment in Danske Bank A/S and companies with Maersk Line activities.
2013 related to Dansk Supermarked A/S, F. Salling A/S and The Maersk Company Limited.
Reference is made to pages 105-107 for a list of significant subsidiaries and associated companies.
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Annual Report 2014
NOTE 8 DEFERRED TAX

NOTE 9 DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

AND ASSETS HELD FOR SALE
Recognised deferred tax assets and liabilities are attributable to the following:

Assets
Liabilities
Net assets
2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013
Intangible assets
Inventories
Receivables, etc.
Provisions, etc.
Liabilities, etc.
Other
Total
Offsets
Total
-
9
-
-
-
9
17
-
105
182
-88
-182
-
-
32
21
-32
-21
-
-
1
5
-1
-5
141
92
-
-
141
92
-
-
42
46
-42
-46
123
112
-
-
123
112
-
-
2
2
-2
-2
281 213 182 256 99 -43
-124
-129
-124
-129
-
157 84 58
127 99 -43
Change in deferred tax, net during the year

2014 2013
1 January
-43
-44

142
2
Transfer -
-1
31 December
99
-43
Unrecognised deferred tax assets

Deferred tax assets of USD 190m (USD 182m) relating to mainly provisions have not been recognised.
No tax value is recognised as it is not considered likely that the deferred tax assets can be realised in the foreseeable
future.
There are no significant unrecognised tax liabilities on investments in subsidiaries, associated companies and joint
ventures.
Contents

Maersk Line activities have been transferred to a subsidiary in 2015 and are classified as discontinued operations.
The information regarding discontinued operations below relates to Maersk Line activities.
Assets held for sale comprise Maersk Line activities USD 18.4bn and the investment in Danske Bank A/S at a cost
price of USD 3.2bn. The divestment of the shares in Danske Bank A/S, denominated in DKK, is expected to take
place in the second quarter of 2015. The fair value of the listed shares at 31 December 2014 is USD 5.5bn.
As a consequence of classifying Maersk Line activities as discontinued operations, income statement and cash
flow figures for 2013 have been restated. In 2013, assets held for sale included the Companys investment in
The Maersk Company Limited together with investment in Dansk Supermarked A/S and F. Salling A/S.
The assets held for sale have all been disposed of in 2014.

2014 2013

PROFIT FOR THE YEAR DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Revenue
25,000 23,817
Expenses
22,359 22,129
1,148
1,106
Gain/losses on sale of assets and businesses
17
20
7
58
Profit before tax, etc.
1,517
660
Tax
80
23
1,437
637
CASH FLOWS FROM DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS FOR THE YEAR
2,693
-1,982
-711
0

BALANCE SHEET ITEMS COMPRISE:
Non-current assets
18,620
Current assets
2,985
21,605

Provisions
456
Other liabilities
5,261
5,717
2,520
-1,386
-1,129
5
907
907
-
84/110

Annual Report 2014
NOTE 10 SHARE CAPITAL

At the Annual General Meeting of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S on 31 March 2014, the shareholders decided on the issue of bonus
shares by four shares to one, whereby the share capital has increased by a transfer of reserves from retained earnings.

Own shares
Development in the number of shares:

DKK 1,000
1 January 2014
Issue of bonus shares
Conversion
31 December 2014
2,197,619
8,791,200
15
10,988,834
Development in the holding of own shares:
A-shares of
DKK 500
DKK 1,000
B-shares of
DKK 500
DKK
Nominal
USD
362
2,197,683
-
8,791,200
-30
22
332 10,988,905
234
-
-44
190
4,396
17,582
-
21,978
738
3,247
3,985
The share capital on 31 December 2014 comprises:

A shares DKK 10,989m divided into 10,988,834 shares of DKK 1,000 and 332 shares of DKK 500
B shares DKK 10,989m divided into 10,988,905 shares of DKK 1,000 and 190 shares of DKK 500
No. of shares of
Nominal value
% of share capital
DKK 1,000
DKK million
2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013
A SHARES
1 January
-
-
-
-
0.00%
0.00%
Addition
61,075
-
61
0
0.28%
0.00%
31 December
61,075
-
61
-
0.28%
0.00%

B SHARES
1 January
132,628
145,348
133
145
0.60%
0.66%
Addition
239,303
-
239
0
1.09%
0.00%
Disposal
29,865
12,720 30 12
0.13%
0.06%
31 December
342,066
132,628 342 133
1.56%
0.60%
All shares are fully issued and paid up.
One A share of DKK 1,000 holds two votes. B shares have no voting rights.
Additions of own shares related to the buy-back programme initiated in September 2014.
Disposal of own shares are primarily related to the share option programme.
Shareholder disclosure subject to section 104 in the Danish Financial Statements Act:

Share
capital
A.P. Mller Holding A/S, Copenhagen, Denmark

A.P. Mller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Mllers Familiefond, Copenhagen, Denmark
Den A.P. Mllerske Stttefond, Copenhagen, Denmark
41.51%
8.37%
2.94%
Votes
51.23%
12.84%
5.86%
Note 11 in the consolidated financial statements include rules for changing the share capital, and information regarding the
authorisation of the Board of Directors to acquire own shares as well as the total number of own shares held by the Group.
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Annual Report 2014
NOTE 11 SHARE-BASED PAYMENT

Performance shares
In 2014, the Group has established a performance shares programme for members of the Executive Board and other
employees.
Restricted shares
The fair value of restricted shares (A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S B shares) granted to 123 (115) employees was USD 9m
(USD 8m) at the time of the grant. Total value of granted restricted shares recognised in the income statement is
USD 2m (USD 1m).
The fair value of performance shares (A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S B shares) granted to 6 members of the Executive Board
and to 127 employees was USD 53m. Total value of granted performance shares recognised in the income statement is
USD 5m.
The actual transfer of performance shares is contingent upon the degree of certain financial goals being achieved,
the employee still being permanently employed and not being under notice of termination at that time when three
years have passed from the time of granting. Transfer of the performance shares to members of the Executive Board is
contingent on the member still being part of the Executive Board at the time of publishing of the 2016 Annual Accounts
for A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S. The members of the Executive Board as well as other employees are not entitled to any
dividend during the vesting period.
Granted
Members of the Employees1

Total fair
Executive Board1 value
1
No.
No. USD million
3,100 18,953
3,100
18,953
A portion of the Companys holding of own shares is reserved for transfer of restricted shares.

Employees
2
Total fair
value
2
Outstanding restricted shares1
No. USD million
Granted
5,070 8
Forfeited 65
5,005
A portion of the Companys holding of own shares is reserved for transfer of performance shares.

Outstanding performance shares
The transfer of restricted shares is contingent on the employee still being permanently employed and takes place when
three years have passed from the time of granting. The employee is not entitled to any dividend during the vesting period.
Granted
3,830 9
Forfeited 200
8,635
53

The fair value per performance share at the time of grant is calculated at DKK 13,130, which is equal to the average
share price on the first five trading days following the release of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S annual report .
The fair value per restricted share at the time of grant is calculated at DKK 13,130 (DKK 9,063), which is equal to the
average share price on the first five trading days following the release of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S annual report. 2013
figure is restated due to the effect from the issue of bonus shares by four shares to one.
The average remaining contractual life for the performance shares as per 31 December 2014 is 2.3 years.
The average remaining contractual life for the restricted shares as per 31 December 2014 is 1.7 years (2.3 years).
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NOTE 11 SHARE-BASED PAYMENT CONTINUED

Share options
In addition to the performance shares programme and the restricted shares programme, the Group has a share option
programme for former partners in Firmaet A.P. Mller and other employees. Each share option granted is a call option
to buy an existing B share of nominal DKK 1,000 in A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S. Share options related to this programme
have not been granted in 2014.
Total value of granted share options recognised in the income statement is USD 0m (USD 2m).
The share options were granted at an exercise price corresponding to 110% of the average of the market price on the
first five trading days following the release of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S annual report. Exercise of the share options is
contingent on the option holder still being permanently employed at the time of exercise. The share options can be
exercised when at least two years and no more than five years have passed from the time of granting and can only be
exercised within the trading periods as stated in the internal rules for trading of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S securities in
force at any time. Special conditions apply regarding illness, death and resignation as well as changes in the Companys
capital structure, etc.
The share options can only be settled in shares. A portion of the Companys holding of own shares is reserved for settlement of granted options.

Outstanding share options1
Partners Employees
2
Total Average
in Firmaet
exercise
A.P. Mller2
price
1
No. No. No. DKK
1 January 2013
26,255
76,690
102,945
9,276
Exercised
1,185 11,535 12,720 6,084
Forfeited
5,600 12,755 18,355 10,696
19,470
52,400
71,870
9,479
15,510
31,325
46,835
9,217

Exercised
7,810 22,055 29,865 8,260
Forfeited
-
1,500
1,500
9,790
11,660
28,845
40,505
10,366
11,660
28,845
40,505
10,366
At the time of grant.
The weighted average share price at the dates of exercise of shares was DKK 13,480 (DKK 9,996). 2013 figure is restated
The average remaining contractual life as per 31 December 2014 is 1.5 years (2.0 years) and the exercise price for
outstanding share options is in the range of DKK 9,418 to DKK 11,590 (DKK 5,447 to DKK 11,590). 2013 figures are
restated due to the effect from the issue of bonus shares by four shares to one.
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NOTE 12BORROWINGS
NOTE 13PROVISIONS

2014 2013

Abandon-
Restruc-
Legal
Other
Total

ment
turing disputes,

etc.

3,591
4,931
-
422
Issued bonds
4,612
5,104
Subsidiaries, etc., including finance leasing liabilities
10,052
11,697
Total
18,255
22,154

OF WHICH:
7,459
8,521
10,796
13,633


lease
amount
lease
amount
pay-
pay-
ments
ments
2014
2014
2014 2013 2013 2013
1 January 2014
1,055
4
382
619
2,060
Provision made
133 31 293 390 847
Amount used
11
-
42
131
184
Amount reversed
-
3
245
192
440
Unwind of discount
38
-
-
-
38
-
-
-
-34
-34
Transfer, liabilities associated
with assets held for sale
-
-32
-28
-396
-456
31 December 2014
1,215
0
360
256
1,831

OF WHICH:
1,182
-
355
256
1,793
33
-
5
-
38
Non-current provisions for abandonment of USD 1.1bn (USD 1.1bn) is expected realised after more than five years.
Within one year
After five years
Total
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
61
228
164
453
4
22
5
31
57
206
159
422
The finance lease agreements are described in note 6 and have been transferred to a subsidiary in 2015.
Provisions for abandonment comprise estimated expenses for abandonment of oil and gas fields at discounted value.
Restructuring includes provisions for decided and publicly announced restructurings. Legal disputes, etc. include tax
and duty disputes among other things. Other includes provisions for guarantees, onerous contracts, and risk under
certain self-insurance programmes. The provisions are subject to considerable uncertainty, cf. note 22.
Reversals of provisions primarily relate to legal disputes, tax and duty disputes and contractual disagreements, which
are recognised in the income statement under operating costs and tax.


lease
amount
lease
amount
Finance lease liabilities pay-
pay-
included in borrowings ments
ments
from subsidiaries
2014
2014
2014 2013 2013 2013
Within one year
After five years
Total
Contents
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
45
136
118
299
15
40
26
81
30
96
92
218
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NOTE 14DERIVATIVES
Foreign exchange forwards and option contracts are used to hedge the currency risk related to recognised and unrecognised transactions. Interest rate swaps are used to hedge interest rate exposure on borrowings.
The gains/losses, including realised transactions, are recognised as follows:

Fair values 31 December

2014 2013

Non-current receivables
144
240
Current receivables
176
171
413
123
Current liabilities
236
214
Liabilities, net
329
-74
The fair value of derivatives held at the balance sheet date can be allocated by type as follows:

Cash
Fair
Held for
Cash
Fair
Held for
flow
value
trading
flow
value
trading
hedges hedges hedges hedges
2014
2014
2014 2013 2013 2013
Currency derivatives
Interest rate derivatives
Total
1 -146 -274 28 124 -89

-22
113
-1
1
21
-11
-21
-33
-275
29
145
-100
1 Majority of the hedges recognised in equity are realised within one year.
Hedging foreign exchange risk on operating costs

Hedging foreign exchange risk on gain on sale of non-current assets, etc.
Hedging interest rate risk
Hedging interest and foreign exchange risk on discontinued operations
Total effective hedging
Ineffectiveness recognised in financial expenses
Total reclassifed from equity reserve for hedges
2014 2013
5
-48
-42
-36
-121
-87
-208
-2
-68
37
-33
4
-29
DERIVATIVES ACCOUNTED FOR AS HELD FOR TRADING:

Currency derivatives recognised directly in financial income/expenses
-500
Interest rate derivatives recognised directly in financial income/expenses
92
Net gains/losses recognised directly in the income statement
-408
166
-81
85
Total
-616
56
Currency derivatives hedge future revenue, operating costs and investments and are recognised on an ongoing basis in
the income statement and the cost of property, plant and equipment respectively.
Interest rate derivatives primarily swap floating to fixed rates on borrowings and are recognised in the income statement concurrently with the hedged interest expenses. They are also used to swap fixed rates to floating rates of which
some are fair value hedges.
Furthermore, the Company enters into derivatives to hedge economic risks that are not accounted for as hedging.
These derivatives are accounted for as held for trading.
For information about currencies, maturities, etc. reference is made to note 16.
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NOTE 15 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS BY CATEGORY

Financial instruments measured at fair value

Financial instruments measured at fair value can be divided into three levels:
Level 1 Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;
Level 2 Inputs other than quoted prices included within level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability,
either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices);
Level 3 Inputs for the asset or liability that are not based on observable market data.

Total
Non-current
Current

carrying amount
portion
portion

Carrying amount
Fair value
Level1
Carrying amount
Level 2
Carrying amount
Level 3
Carrying amount
2014
Interests bearing receivables from subsidiaries, etc.
9,337
9,337
9,337
6,832
2,505
11 11 11 11 Other interest-bearing receivables and deposits
1
1
1
1
9,349
9,349
-
-
-
9,349
6,844
2,505
Trade receivables
343
343 -
343
677
677
638
39
107
107
-
107
2,092
2,092 -
2,092
12,568
-
-
-
12,568
7,482
5,086

Bonds
286
-
-
286
-
286
Shares
-
-
1
1
-
1
-

286
-
1
287
-
287

Derivatives
-
320
-
320
144
176
-
-
935
935
935
Other financial assets
-

-
320
935
1,255
1,079
176

12,568

286
320
936
14,110
8,561
5,549

3,591
3,707
3,591
2,847
744
Issued bonds
4,612 4,845 4,612 4,612
Interests bearing loans from subsidiaries, including lease liabilities
10,052
10,052
10,052
-
10,052
Total borrowings
18,255
18,604
-
-
-
18,255
7,459
10,796
Trade payables
219
-
-
-
219
-
219
Derivatives
-
-
649
-
649
413
236
Other payables
77
-
-
-
77
-
77
Other payables to subsidiaries and associated companies, etc.
54
-
-
-
54
-
54
Other financial liabilities
350
-
649
-
999
413
586

18,605
-
649
-
19,254
7,872
11,382
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NOTE 15 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS BY CATEGORY CONTINUED


Total
Non-current
Current

carrying amount
portion
portion

Carrying amount
Fair value
Level1
Carrying amount
Level 2
Carrying amount
Level 3
Carrying amount
2013
Interest-bearing receivables from subsidiaries, etc.
9,117
9,117
9,117
5,761
3,356
12
12
12
12
9,129
9,129
-
-
-
9,129
5,773
3,356
Trade receivables
2,397
2,397 -
2,397
530
530
401
129
558
558
-
558
1,531
1,531 -
1,531
14,145
-
-
-
14,145
6,174
7,971

Bonds
221
-
-
221
-
221
Shares
-
-
1
1
-
1
-

221
-
1
222
-
222

Derivatives
-
411
-
411
240
171
-
-
68
68
68
Other financial assets
-

-
411
68
479
308
171

14,145

221
411
69
14,846
6,482
8,364

4,931
5,108
4,931
4,224
707
422 423 422 365 57
Issued bonds
5,104 5,340 5,104 3,744 1,360
Interests bearing loans from subsidiaries, including lease liabilities
11,697
11,697
11,697
188
11,509
Total borrowings
22,154
22,568
-
-
-
22,154
8,521
13,633
Trade payables
3,127
-
-
-
3,127
-
3,127
Derivatives
-
-
337
-
337
123
214
Other payables
420
-
-
-
420
-
420
Other payables to subsidiaries and associated companies, etc.
1,413
-
-
-
1,413
-
1,413
Other financial liabilities
4,960
-
337
-
5,297
123
5,174

27,114
-
337
-
27,451
8,644
18,807
Fair value of the short term accounts receivable and short term accounts payable is not materially different from carrying amount.
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NOTE 15 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

BY CATEGORY CONTINUED
NOTE 16 FINANCIAL RISKS, ETC.


Non-listed shares
Total
financial
Movement during the year in level 3
assets

Available-
Held for

for-sale trading
Carrying amount 1 January 2013
66
1
67
Disposal
1 - 1
Gains/losses recognised in other comprehensive income
3
-
3
Carrying amount 31 December 2013
68
1
69

Addition
995 - 995
Gains/losses recognised in other comprehensive income
-128
-
-128
Carrying amount 31 December 2014
935
1
936
The main part of the closing balance and the addition during 2014 comprises the 19% share in Dansk Supermarked
Group. The estimated fair value in DKK in December is equal to the initial valuation of the 19%. The decrease in the
carrying amount of the investment in 2014 can be attributed to the development in the DKK/USD exchange rate.
The valuation is based primarily on a discounted cash flow model with reference to selected listed peers. The model
relies on a discount rate of 7.4% reflecting a weighted average of an assumed discount rate for the retail business and
an assumed yield for the real estate business as well as a long term terminal growth rate of 2%. All other things being
equal, a 0.25% change in the discount rate will affect other comprehensive income and equity by USD 35-50m.
The Companys activities expose it to a variety of financial risks: Market risks, i.e. currency risk and interest rate risk,
credit risk and liquidity risk. The Company's overall risk management programme focuses on the unpredictability of
financial markets and seeks to minimise the potential adverse effects on the Company's financial performance. The
Company uses derivative financial instruments to hedge certain risk exposures.
Risk management is carried out by a central finance department under policies approved by the Board of Directors.
The finance department identifies, evaluates and hedges financial risks in close co-operation with the Company's
Business Units.
Market risk
Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as foreign exchange rates and interest rates, will affect the
Company's profit or the value of its holdings of financial instruments. Below sensitivity analyses relate to the position
of financial instruments at 31 December 2014.
The sensitivity analyses for currency risk and interest rate risk have been prepared on the basis that the amount of
net debt, the ratio of fixed to floating interest rates of the debt and the proportion of financial instruments in foreign
currencies remain unchanged from hedge designations in place at 31 December 2014. Furthermore, it is assumed that
the exchange rate and interest rate sensitivities have a symmetric impact, i.e. an increase in rates results in the same
absolute movement as a decrease in rates.
The sensitivity analyses show the effect on profit or loss and equity of a reasonably possible change in exchange rates
and interest rate.
Currency risk
The Companys currency risk arises due to income from shipping and oil-related activities are denominated mainly in
USD, while the related expenses are incurred in both USD and a wide range of other currencies such as DKK, EUR, CNY
and GBP. Overall the Company has net income in USD and net expenses in most other currencies. As the net income is in
USD, this is also the primary financing currency. The majority of the Companys borrowings are thus in USD.
The main purpose of hedging the Companys currency risk is to hedge the USD value of the Companys net cash flow and
reduce fluctuations in the Companys profit. The Company uses various financial derivatives, including forwards, option
contracts and cross-currency swaps, to hedge these risks. The key aspects of the currency hedging policy are as follows:
Net cash flows in other significant currencies than USD are hedged using a layered model with a 12-months horison;
Significant capital commitments in other currencies than USD are hedged;
Most non-USD debt is hedged, however, depending on asset-liability match and the currency of the generated cash flow.
An increase in the USD exchange rate of 10% against all other significant currencies to which the Company is exposed,
is estimated to have a positive impact on the Company's profit before tax by USD 0.3bn (negatively by USD 0.1bn) and
the Company's equity, excluding tax, positively by USD 0.1bn (negatively by USD 0.3bn). The sensitivities are based only
on the impact of financial instruments that are outstanding at the balance sheet date, cf. notes 14 and 15, and are thus
not an expression of the Company's total currency risk.
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Interest rate risk

The Company has most of its debt denominated in USD, but part of the debt (e.g. issued bonds) is in other currencies
such as DKK, EUR and NOK. Some loans are at fixed interest rates, while others are at floating interest rates.
The Company strives to maintain a combination of fixed and floating interest rates on its net debt, reflecting expectations and risks. The hedging of the interest rate risk is governed by a duration range and is primarily obtained through
the use of interest rate swaps.
Credit risk
The Company has exposure to financial and commercial counterparties but has no particular concentration of customers
or suppliers. To minimise the credit risk, financial vetting is undertaken for all major customers and financial institutions,
adequate security is required for commercial counterparties and credit limits are set for financial institutions and key
commercial counterparties.
Maturity analysis of trade receivables

A general increase in interest rates by one percentage point is estimated, all other things being equal, to affect profit
before tax negatively by approximately USD 22m (negatively by USD 55m). The effect on equity, excluding tax effect,
of an increase in interest rates as mentioned above is estimated to be positive by approximately USD 56m (positive by
USD 28m).
This analysis assumes that all other variables, in particular foreign currency rates, remain constant.
Borrowings and interest-bearing debt to subsidiaries

Carrying
Next interest rate fixing
by interest rate levels inclusive of interest rate swaps
amount
0-1 year
1-5 years
5- years

2014
0-3%
16,033
12,957
1,921
1,155
3-6%
2,190
515
438
1,237
6%-
32
19
13
Total
18,255
13,491
2,372
2,392

OF WHICH:
5,092
13,163
Receivables not due

Less than 90 days overdue
More than 90 days overdue
Receivables, gross
Provision for bad debt
Carrying amount
Change in provision for bad debt

1 January
Provisions made
Amount used
Amount reversed
31 December
2014 2013
342
5
2
349
6
343
1,801
518
203
2,522
125
2,397
2014 2013
125
110
82
28
119
6
111
41
27
125
2013
0-3%
18,684
16,341
1,775
568
3-6%
2,171 414 603
1,154
6%-
1,299
1,073
17
209
Total
22,154
17,828
2,395
1,931

OF WHICH:
5,584
16,570
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NOTE 17COMMITMENTS
Liquidity risk
It is of great importance for the Company to maintain a financial reserve to cover the Companys obligations and investment opportunities and to provide the capital necessary to offset changes in the Companys liquidity due to changes in
the cash flow from operating activities.
Operating lease commitments

As part of the Companys activities, customary agreements are entered into regarding charter and operating leases of
ships, containers, port facilities, etc. The future charter and operating lease payments for continuing operations are:

The flexibility of the financial reserve is subject to ongoing prioritisation and optimisation, among other things, by
focusing on release of capital and following up on the development in working capital.

Maturities of liabilities and commitments
Carrying
amount
Cash flows including interest

0-1 year
1-5 years
5- years
Total
2014
3,591
826
2,194
920
3,940
Issued bonds
4,612 161 3,946 1,411 5,518
Interest bearing loans from subsidiaries, etc.
10,052
10,065
-
-
10,065
Trade payables
219
219
-
-
219
Other payables
77
77
-
-
77
54
54
-
-
54
18,605
11,402
6,140
2,331
19,873
Derivatives
649 236 343 70 649
19,254
11,638
6,483
2,401
20,522

Operating lease commitments 136 321 288 745
Capital commitments
189
-
-
189
Total
11,963 6,804 2,689
21,456

2013
4,931
836
3,609
1,199
5,644
422
61
228
164
453
Issued bonds
5,104 1,568 2,534 1,934 6,036
Interest bearing loans from subsidiaries, etc.
11,697
11,581
136
118
11,835
Trade payables
3,127
3,127
-
-
3,127
Other payables
420
420
-
-
420
1,413
1,413
-
-
1,413
27,114
19,006
6,507
3,415
28,928
Derivatives
337
214 91 32
337
27,451
19,220
6,598
3,447
29,265

Operating lease commitments 221 609 466
1,296
Capital commitments
323
105
-
428
Total
19,764 7,312 3,913
30,989
Contents
Within one year

After five years
Total

Net present value1
2014 2013
136
94
90
83
54
288
745
221
188
144
142
135
466
1,296
567 1,024
1 The net present value has been calculated using a discount rate of 6% p.a. (6% p.a.).
Lease commitments for Maersk Line activities are USD 6.4bn (USD 7.2bn). Lease commitments for continued operations for 2013 have been restated.
About one-third of the time charter payments within shipping activities are estimated to relate to operating costs
for the assets.
Total operating lease costs incurred are stated in note 1.
Capital commitments
At the end of 2014, capital commitments relating to ships, rigs, etc. on order amount to USD 189m (USD 428m).
Capital commitments related to Maersk Line activities are USD 773m (USD 2.1bn).
As part of finance lease agreements entered into with subsidiaries, etc., capital commitments relating to dedicated
capacity in certain strategically important container terminals at the end of 2014 amount to USD 516m (USD 793m).
The concerned assets relate to Maersk Line activities and are transferred to assets held for sale.
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NOTE 18 CONTINGENT LIABILITIES
NOTE 19 CASH FLOW SPECIFICATIONS
Guarantees amount to USD 1.6bn (USD 2.7bn). Of this, USD 1.6bn (USD 2.5bn) is related to subsidiaries. The guarantees
are not expected to be realised, but they can mature within one year.
Except for customary agreements within the Companys activities, no material agreements have been entered into that
will take effect, change or expire upon changes of the control over the Company.
The necessary facility of USD 380m (USD 380m) has been established in order to meet the requirements for trading in
the USA under the American Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (Certificate of Financial Responsibility).
The container trades have entered into certain agreements with terminals, port authorities, etc., containing volume
commitments including an extra payment in case minimum volumes are not met. Maersk Line actitivies have been
transferred to a subsidiary in 2015.
The Company is involved in a number of legal disputes. The Company is also involved in tax disputes in certain countries.
Some of these involve significant amounts and are subject to considerable uncertainty.
Tax may crystallise if the Company leaves the tonnage tax regime and on repatriation of dividends. Through participation
in joint taxation scheme with A.P. Mller Holding A/S, the Company is jointly and severally liable for taxes payable, etc.
in Denmark.
2014 2013
CHANGE IN WORKING CAPITAL

Inventories
-17 -7
Trade receivables
186
49
Other receivables and prepayments
7
-4
-9
-54
Trade payables and other payables, etc.
-188
-7
Other debt to subsidiaries, etc.
7
-48
Exchange rate adjustment of working capital
53
-24
Total
39
-95
PURCHASE OF INTANGIBLE ASSETS
AND PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Addition
-440 -1,462
45
-18
Change in payables to suppliers regarding purchase of assets
3
257
Change in provision for abandonment
133
197
Total
-259
-1,026
OTHER FINANCIAL INVESTMENTS
Sale of non-current assets available-for-sale
-
Loan repayments received
2
Total
2
1
2
3
Other non-cash items are primarily related to adjustment of provision for bad debt regarding trade receivables.
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NOTE 20 RELATED PARTIES


Subsidiaries
Associated companies
Joint ventures
Management 1

2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013 2014 2013
CONTINUING OPERATIONS
Revenue
1,161
680
1
-
8
3
-
Operating
costs
540
601
-
2
6
-
10 2
11 2

Remuneration to management
-
-
-
-
-
-
19
16
Other income
5
17
-
-
-
6
-
2
Dividends
1
285 75 11 20 13 - Financial income
353
331
3
53
-
-
-
Financial expenses
240
181
107
-
-
-
-

Interest bearing receivables, non-current
6,832
5,761
-
-
-
-
-
111
33
5
21
-
-
-
Trade
receivables
288
616
-
3
8
18
-
82

Tax receivables
43
136
-
-
-
-
-
Interest bearing receivables, current
2,505
3,356
-
-
-
-
-
108
34
12
20
-
-
-
Other receivables, current
105
547
2
4
-
7
-
Prepayments
-
28
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
122
207
-
-
-

Interest bearing debt, non-current
-
188
-
-
-
-
-
31
-
79
36
-
-
-
Interest bearing debt, current
10,052
11,509
-
-
-
-
4
4
Trade
payables
58
1,186
-
25
-
75
1 2

Tax payable
39
102
-
-
-
-
-
Derivatives. current
45
52
25
52
-
-
-
Other liabilities, current
53
1,412
1
1
-
-
-

Investment in activities, property, plant and equipment
-
568
-
-
-
-
-
Sale of companies, property, plant and equipment
1,551
-
3
-
-
-
-
Capital increases and purchase of shares
1,660
1,087
-
1
-
-
-

DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Income statement income
769
891
-
-
25
22
-
Income statement expenses
8,868
9,155 254 216 753 563 - Assets held for sale
851
-
8
-
4
-
-
2,389
-
31
-
98
-
-
Investment in activities, property, plant and equipment
468
-
-
-
-
-
-
1 The Board of Directors and the Executive Board in A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S, A.P. Mller Holding A/S, A.P. Mller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Mllers Fond til almene Formaal and their
close relatives (including undertakings under their significant influence). Trade receivables and payables include customary business related accounts in connection with shipping activities.
2 Includes commission and commercial receivables to Maersk Broker K/S from chartering as well as purchase and sale of ships.
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NOTE 20 RELATED PARTIES CONTINUED
NOTE 21 ACCOUNTING POLICIES
A.P. Mller Holding A/S , Copenhagen, Denmark has control over the Company and prepares consolidated financial
statements. A.P. Mller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Mllers Fond til almene Formaal is the ultimate owner.
The financial statements for 2014 for A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S have been prepared in accordance with the International
Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU and Danish disclosure requirements for listed companies.
In addition, the financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS issued by the International Accounting
Standards Board (IASB).
One (one) member of the Executive Board participates in one (one) shipping partnership with one vessel that is operated
as part of the A.P. Moller - Maersk fleet. The Group owns more than 50% (50%) of the vessel and holds the ultimate
control. The vessel is operated directly in the market and all transactions between related parties and the Company are
subject to arms length conditions.
In relation to Danske Banks arrangement of payment transactions, sale and purchase of securities, etc., only the related
costs are included in the above.
None of the Executive Board members bought any share options in 2014. During 2013, none of the Executive Board
members bought any share options. Further information is provided in note 11.
Dividends distributed are not included.
The accounting policies are consistent with those applied in the financial statements 2013 except for the below areas:
The Company has changed its presentation currency from DKK to USD. The effect as of 1 January 2013 is presented
in the statement of changes in equity.
Amendments to IAS 32 Financial Instruments: Presentation, IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and
Measurement and IFRIC 21 Levies have been implemented with no material effect on the financial statements.
The accounting policies of the Company are consistent with the accounting policies for the A.P. Moller - Maersk Group
(note 24 in the consolidated financial statement) with the following exceptions:
Shares in subsidiaries and associated companies are measured at cost or a lower value in use;
Dividends from subsidiaries and associated companies are recognised as income at the time of declaration;
No segment information is disclosed;
Value of granted share options, restricted shares and performance shares to employees in subsidiaries is expensed
directly in the relevant subsidiary. At the time of the grant, the subsidiary settles the amount with A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
and the counter posting made in equity. At the time of exercising, the proceeds are included in the Company's equity.
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NOTE 22 SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING

ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS
NOTE 23 NEW FINANCIAL

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
When preparing the financial statements of the Company, management undertakes a number of accounting estimates
and judgements to recognise, measure and classify the Company's assets and liabilities.
Changes in standards and interpretations and amendments in coming years are stated in note 26 of the consolidated
financial statements. The mentioned changes to accounting policy of the Group do not or only to a limited extent
impact the accounting policy of the Company. However, the effect of certain standards is undetermined at this point
of time.
Estimates that are material to the Companys financial reporting are made on the basis of, inter alia, determination of
the useful life and residual value of property, plant and equipment, determination of impairment of property, plant and
equipment and financial non-current assets including subsidiaries, recognition of deferred tax assets and recognition
and measurements of provisions. Reference is made to notes 7, 9 and 15.
The accounting estimates and judgements are described in further detail in note 25 of the consolidated financial
statements.
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STATEMENT OF
THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS AND
MANAGEMENT
The Board of Directors and the Management have today discussed and approved the annual report of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
for 2014.
The annual report for 2014 of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S has been
prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU and Danish disclosure
requirements for annual reports of listed companies and in our
opinion gives a true and fair view of the Groups and the Companys assets and liabilities, financial position at 31 December
2014 and of the results of the Groups and the Companys operations and cash flows for the financial year 2014.
In our opinion, the Directors report includes a fair review of the
development in the Groups and the Companys operations and
financial conditions, the results for the year, cash flows and financial position as well as a description of the most significant risks
and uncertainty factors that the Group and the Company face.
We recommend that the annual report be approved at the
Annual General Meeting on 30 March 2015.
Copenhagen, 25 February 2015
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MANAGEMENT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Nils S. Andersen Group CEO
Michael Pram Rasmussen Chairman
Kim Fejfer
Niels Jacobsen Vice chairman
Claus V. Hemmingsen
Ane Mrsk Mc-Kinney Uggla Vice chairman
Sren Skou
Dorothee Blessing
Jakob Thomasen
Sir John Bond
Trond Westlie
Niels B. Christiansen
Renata Frolova
Arne Karlsson
Jan Leschly
Palle Vestergaard Rasmussen
Robert Routs
Robert Mrsk Uggla
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INDEPENDENT
AUDITORS
REPORT
To the shareholders
of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
REPORT ON THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
AND THE PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
We have audited the consolidated financial statements and the
parent company financial statements of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
for the financial year 1 January to 31 December 2014, which comprise income statement, statement of comprehensive income,
balance sheet, cash flow statement, statement of changes in
equity and notes, including a summary of significant accounting
policies, for the Group as well as for the parent company. The
consolidated financial statements and the parent company
financial statements are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the
EU and Danish disclosure requirements for listed companies.
The Board of Directors and the Managements
responsibility for the consolidated financial statements
and the parent company financial statements
The Board of Directors and the Management are responsible
for the preparation of consolidated financial statements and
parent company financial statements that give a true and fair
view in accordance with International Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU and Danish disclosure
requirements for listed companies and for such internal control that management determines is necessary to enable the
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preparation of consolidated financial statements and parent

company financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Auditors responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the consolidated
financial statements and the parent company financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing and additional
requirements under Danish audit regulation. This requires that
we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform
the audit to obtain reasonable assurance whether the consolidated financial statements and the parent company financial
statements are free from material misstatement. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about
the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial
statements and the parent company financial statements. The
procedures selected depend on the auditors judgement, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the
consolidated financial statements and the parent company
financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making
those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control
relevant to the entitys preparation of consolidated financial
statements and parent company financial statements that give
a true and fair view in order to design audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entitys internal
control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness
of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the
overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements
and the parent company financial statements.
Opinion
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements and the
parent company financial statements give a true and fair view
of the Groups and the parent companys financial position at
31 December 2014 and of the results of the Groups and the parent companys operations and cash flows for the financial year
1 January to 31 December 2014 in accordance with International
Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU and
Danish disclosure requirements for listed companies.
STATEMENT ON THE DIRECTORS REPORT
Pursuant to the Danish Financial Statements Act, we have
read the Directors report. We have not performed any further
procedures in addition to the audit of the consolidated financial
statements and the parent company financial statements. On
this basis, it is our opinion that the information provided in the
Directors report is consistent with the consolidated financial
statements and the parent company financial statements.
Copenhagen, 25 February 2015
Statsautoriseret Revisionspartnerselskab
Gert Fisker Tomczyk

State Authorised Public Accountant
KPMG
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
The audit has not resulted in any qualification.
Henrik O. Larsen
State Authorised Public Accountant
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Additional
information
Board of Directors/Executive Board/Company overview/Definition of terms/Company announcements
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BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Michael Pram Rasmussen (born 1955)

Chairman
Joined the board in 1999.
Latest re-election in 2013.
Term of office will end in 2015.
Other management duties, etc.:

Coloplast A/S (chairman); Topdanmark A/S (chairman) and one subsidiary;
Semler Holding A/S (chairman) and one subsidiary; Arp-Hansen Hotel Group;
JPMorgan Chase International Council; Danske Bank Advisory Board (Rdgivende
Reprsentantskab); Museumsfonden af 7. december 1966; Louisiana Fonden;
Louisiana Museum of Modern Art.
Not considered
independent.
Management duties in the William Demant Group:

Chairman of 62 subsidiaries; William Demant Invest A/S (Managing Director);
Jeudan A/S (deputy chairman); ssur hf. (chairman); HIMPP A/S (chairman);
HIMSA A/S (chairman); HIMSA II A/S; Sennheiser Communications A/S.
Considered
independent.
Former CEO, Topdanmark A/S.
Niels Jacobsen (born 1957)

Vice chairman

LEGO A/S (chairman); KIRKBI A/S (vice chairman); Thomas B. Thriges Fond (chairman).
CEO of William Demant Holding A/S.
Ane Mrsk Mc-Kinney Uggla (born 1948)

Vice chairman
Dorothee Blessing (born 1967)

A.P. Mller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Mllers Fond til almene Formaal (chairman);
A.P. Mller Holding A/S (Chairman); Maersk Broker A/S (chairman);
Maersk Broker K/S (chairman); Estemco A/S (chairman).
Not considered
independent.
No other management duties, etc.
Considered
independent.

Shui On Land Limited; International Advisory Board of Mitsubishi Corporation;
China Development Forum; International Business Leaders Advisory Council to
the Mayor of Shanghai; Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. Asia Limited (chairman);
Advisory Director, Northern Trust Corporation; International Advisory Council
Tsinghua University School of Economics & Management.
Considered
independent.
Management duties in the Danfoss Group:

Chairman of two subsidiaries to Danfoss A/S and board member of two subsidiaries.
Considered
independent.

Vice chairman, Investment Banking EMEA,
JPMorgan.
Sir John Bond (born 1941)

Former chairman of HSBC Holdings Plc.
Niels B. Christiansen (born 1966)

CEO of Danfoss A/S.
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Axcel (chairman); William Demant Holding, DI (vice chairman);
Fremstillingsindustrien (The Manufacturing Industry).
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BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
CONTINUED
Renata Frolova (born 1977)
Not considered
independent.

Ratos (chairman); Bonnier Holding (chairman); Bonnier AB;
SNS (Center for Business and Policy Studies) (chairman); Einar Mattsson (chairman);
Swedish Corporate Governance Board (chairman); Ecolean (chairman); Fortnox;
Swedish Securities Council and WCPF (Worlds Childrens Prize Foundation) (chairman).
Considered
independent.

Vaxart Pharmaceuticals;
Adjunct professor at Copenhagen Business School.
Not considered
independent.
Not considered
independent.

Aegon NV (chairman); DSM NV (chairman);
ATCO Group; AECOM.
Considered
independent.

Foundation Board of IMD.
Not considered
independent.

Head of Responsible Procurement (employee).
Arne Karlsson (born 1958)

Former CEO, Ratos AB.
Jan Leschly (born 1940)

Chairman and managing partner of Care Capital LLC.
Former CEO, SmithKlineBeecham.
Palle Vestergaard Rasmussen (born 1958)

Captain (employee).
Robert Routs (born 1946)

Former Executive Director, Royal Dutch Shell plc.
Robert Mrsk Uggla (born 1978)

CEO of Svitzer A/S
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EXECUTIVE
BOARD
Nils S. Andersen (born 1958)

Group CEO
Member of Executive Board since 2007.
Kim Fejfer (born 1965)

Claus V. Hemmingsen (born 1962)

Sren Skou (born 1964)

F. Salling Holding A/S (chairman); F. Salling Invest A/S (chairman); Dansk Supermarked A/S (chairman);
Industria De Diseo Textil S.A. (Inditex); Danske Bank Advisory Board (Rdgivende Reprsentantskab);
DIs Erhvervspolitiske Udvalg; European Round Table of Industrialists (vice chairman).

Global Ports Investments PLC; EU-Russia Industrialists Round Table;
Global 50 and the Advisory Council to the Mayor of Chongqing .

DFDS A/S (vice chairman); Danmarks Rederiforening (chairman); Egyptian Drilling Company;
Danish Chinese Business Forum (vice chairman); EU-Hong Kong Business Co-operation Committee.

Skou Invest ApS.
Jakob Thomasen (born 1962)

Member of the Board of Dansk Arbejdsgiverforening.
Trond Westlie (born 1961)

Danske Bank A/S (vice chairman); Danmarks Skibskredit A/S; VimpelCom Ltd; Shama A/S.
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COMPANY
OVERVIEW
The A.P. Moller - Maersk Group
comprises approximately 900
companies. Major companies of
the Group are listed below.
A more comprehensive list of companies is available on:

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SUBSIDIARIES
COMPANY

SUBSIDIARIES
COUNTRY OF
OWNED
INCORPORATION SHARE
COMPANY

COUNTRY OF
OWNED
INCORPORATION SHARE

3PSC LLC
USA
100%
Damco India Pvt. Ltd.
India
100%
A.P. Moller Finance SA
Switzerland
100%
Damco International A/S
Denmark
100%
A.P. Moller Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
100%
Damco Italy S.r.l.
Italy
100%
Addicks & Kreye Container Service GmbH & Co. KG Germany
51%
Damco Logistics Uganda Ltd.
Uganda
100%
APM Terminals - Cargo Service A/S
Denmark
60%
Damco Sweden AB
Sweden
100%
APM Terminals Algeciras S.A.
Spain
100%
Damco UK Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
APM Terminals Apapa Ltd.
Nigeria
94%
Damco USA Inc.
USA
100%
APM Terminals B.V.
The Netherlands
APM Terminals Bahrain B.S.C.
Bahrain
APM Terminals Callao S.A.
Peru
APM Terminals China Co. Ltd.
Hong Kong
100%
APM Terminals Gothenburg AB
Sweden
APM Terminals India Pvt. Ltd.
India
APM Terminals Inland Services S.A.
100%
Esvagt A/S
Denmark
80%
Farrell Lines Inc.
USA
100%
75%
80%
Gateway Terminals India Pvt. Ltd.
India
74%
Lilypond Container Depot Nigeria Ltd.
Nigeria
91%
100%
Maersk (China) Shipping Company Ltd.
China
100%
100%
Maersk A/S
Denmark
100%
Peru
100%
Maersk Agency U.S.A. Inc.
USA
100%
APM Terminals Liberia Ltd.
Liberia
100%
Maersk Aviation Holding A/S
Denmark
100%
APM Terminals Management B.V.
The Netherlands
100%
Maersk B.V.
The Netherlands
100%
APM Terminals Mobile, LLC
USA
100%
Maersk Bangladesh Ltd.
Bangladesh
100%
APM Terminals Maasvlakte II B.V.
The Netherlands
100%
Maersk Container Industry A/S
Denmark
100%
APM Terminals North America B.V.
The Netherlands
100%
Maersk Container Industry Dongguan Ltd.
China
100%
APM Terminals Pacific Ltd.
USA
100%
Maersk Container Industry Qingdao Ltd.
China
100%
APM Terminals Rotterdam B.V.
The Netherlands
100%
Maersk Denizcilik A..
Turkey
100%
APM Terminals Tangier SA
Morocco
90%
Maersk Developer LLC
USA
100%
Aqaba Container Terminal Company Ltd.
Jordan
50%
Maersk Djibouti SARL
Djibouti
60%
Bermutine Transport Corporation Ltd.
Bermuda
100%
Maersk Drilling A/S
Denmark
100%
Coman SA
Benin
100%
Maersk Drilling Deepwater A/S
Denmark
100%
Container Operators S.A.
Chile
100%
Maersk Drilling Deepwater Egypt LLC
Egypt
100%
Damco (UAE) FZE
United Arab Emirates
100%
Maersk Drilling Holdings Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
100%
Damco A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Drilling International A/S
Denmark
100%
Damco Australia Pty. Ltd.
Australia
100%
Maersk Drilling Norge AS
Norway
100%
Damco Belgium NV
Belgium
100%
Maersk Drilling USA Inc.
USA
100%
Damco China Ltd.
China
100%
Maersk Drillship III Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
100%
Damco Distribution Services Inc.
USA
100%
Maersk Egypt For Maritime Transport SAE
Egypt
100%
Damco France SAS
France
100%
Maersk Energia Ltda.
Brazil
100%
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SUBSIDIARIES
SUBSIDIARIES
COMPANY

COUNTRY OF
OWNED
INCORPORATION SHARE
COMPANY

COUNTRY OF
OWNED
INCORPORATION SHARE
COMPANY

COUNTRY OF
OWNED
INCORPORATION SHARE
Maersk Energy Marketing A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Supply Service International A/S
Denmark
100%
Svitzer Marine Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
Maersk Energy UK Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
Maersk Supply Service UK Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
Terminal 4 S.A.
Argentina
100%
Maersk FPSOs A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Tankers A/S
Denmark
100%
Universal Maritime Service Corporation
USA
100%
Maersk Gabon SA
Gabon
100%
Maersk Tankers Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
100%
West Africa Container Terminal Nigeria Ltd.
Nigeria
100%
Maersk Gas Carriers Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
100%
Maersk Treasury Center (Asia) Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
100%
Maersk Global Service Centres (Chengdu) Ltd.
China
100%
Maersk Tunisie SA
Tunisia
100%
Maersk Global Service Centres (India) Pvt. Ltd.
India
100%
Maersk Vietnam Ltd.
Vietnam
100%
Maersk Holding B.V.
The Netherlands
100%
Maersk Viking LLC
USA
100%
Maersk Hong Kong Ltd.
Hong Kong
100%
MCC Transport Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Singapore
100%
Maersk Inc.
USA
100%
Mercosul Line Navegacao E Logistica Ltda.
Brazil
100%
Maersk Inter Holding B.V.
The Netherlands
100%
Mrsk Gallant Norge A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Line Agency Holding A/S
Denmark
100%
Mrsk Giant Norge A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Line UK Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
Mrsk Guardian Norge A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Line, Limited Inc.
USA
100%
Mrsk Innovator Norge A/S
Denmark
100%
100%
Mrsk Inspirer Norge A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Logistics Warehousing China Company Ltd. Hong Kong

Maersk Mauritanie SA
Mauritania
60%
Mrsk Olie Algeriet A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Oil America Inc.
USA
100%
Mrsk Olie og Gas A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Oil Brasil Ltda.
Brazil
100%
Nedlloyd Container Line Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
Maersk Oil GB Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
New Times International Transport Service Co. Ltd. China
100%
Maersk Oil Gulf of Mexico Four LLC
USA
100%
NTS International Transport Services Co. Ltd.
Hong Kong
100%
Maersk Oil Kazakhstan GmbH
Germany
100%
Poti Sea Port Corporation
Georgia
100%
Maersk Oil North Sea UK Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
PT Damco Indonesia
Indonesia
100%
Maersk Oil Norway AS
Norway
100%
Rederiaktieselskabet Kuling
Denmark
100%
Maersk Oil Qatar A/S
Denmark
100%
Rederiet A.P. Mller A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Oil Three PL B.V.
The Netherlands
100%
Safmarine (Pty) Ltd.
South Africa
100%
Maersk Oil Trading Inc.
USA
100%
Safmarine Container Lines NV
Belgium
100%
Maersk Oil UK Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
Safmarine MPV NV
Belgium
100%
Maersk Reacher Norge A/S
Denmark
100%
SATI Container Services Pty. Ltd.
South Africa
Maersk Shipping Hong Kong Ltd.
Hong Kong
100%
Seago Line A/S
Denmark
Maersk Spain S.L.
Spain
100%
Sogester - Sociedade Gestora De Terminais S.A.
Angola
51%
Maersk Supply Service A/S
Denmark
100%
Suez Canal Container Terminal SAE
Egypt
55%
Maersk Supply Service Canada Ltd.
Canada
100%
Svitzer A/S
Denmark
100%
Maersk Supply Service Holdings UK Ltd.
Great Britain
100%
Svitzer Australia Pty. Ltd.
Australia
100%
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ASSOCIATED COMPANIES
JOINT VENTURES
COMPANY

COUNTRY OF
OWNED
INCORPORATION SHARE
COMPANY

COUNTRY OF
OWNED
INCORPORATION SHARE
Abidjan Terminal SA
Ivory Coast
40%
Anchor Storage Ltd.
Bermuda
51%
Brigantine International Holdings Ltd.
Hong Kong
30%
Brasil Terminal Portuario S.A.
Brazil
50%
Brigantine Services Ltd.
Hong Kong
30%
Cai Mep International Terminal Co. Ltd.
Vietnam
49%
Caucedo Marine Services Ltd.
British Virgin Islands
50%
Dalian Port Container Terminal Co. Ltd.
China
20%
Commonwealth Steamship Insurance

Company Pty. Ltd.
Australia
7%
Congo Terminal Holding SAS
France
30%
Douala International Terminal SA
Cameroon
40%
Congo Terminal SA
DR Congo
23%
Drilling & Petroleum Services Company
Saudi Arabia
35%
Cosco Ports (Nansha) Ltd.
British Virgin Islands
34%
Egyptian Drilling Company SAE
Egypt
50%
Danske Bank A/S
Denmark
20%
Eurogate Container Terminal Wilhelmhaven

Beteiligungsgesellschaft GmbH
Germany
30%
Container Terminal Co. Ltd.
China
20%
Europe Terminal Brasil Participaes S.A.
Brazil
50%
Gujarat Pipavav Port Ltd.
India
43%
Global Ports Investments PLC
Cyprus
31%
Hegh Autoliners Holdings AS
Norway
39%
Laem Chabang Container Terminal 1 Ltd.
Thailand
35%
Inttra Inc.
USA
23%
LR2 Management K/S
Denmark
50%
Medcenter Container Terminal S.p.a.
Italy
33%
Maersk Supply Service (Angola) Lda.
Angola
49%
Meridian Port Services Ltd.
Ghana
35%
North Sea Production Company Ltd.
Great Britain
50%
Salalah Port Services Company SAOG
Oman
30%
North Sea Terminal Bremerhaven

Verwaltungsgesellschaft GmbH
Germany
50%
Transportation Co. Ltd.
China
29%
Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas Sdn. Bhd.
Malaysia
30%
Shipet Maritime Sdn. Bhd.
Malaysia
44%
Petrolesport OAO
Russia
31%
South Asia Gateway Pvt. Ltd.
Sri Lanka
33%
Qingdao New Qianwan Container Terminal Co. Ltd. China
16%
Qingdao Qianwan Container Terminal Co. Ltd.
China
20%
Riverwijs Browse Pty. Ltd.
Australia
50%
Shanghai East Container Terminal Co. Ltd.
China
49%
Smart International Logistics Company Ltd.
China
49%
South Florida Container Terminal LLC
USA
49%
Vostochnaya Stevedore Company OOO
Russia
31%
Xiamen Songyu Container Terminal Co. Ltd.
China
25%
Guangzhou South China Oceangate
Shanghai Tie Yang Multimodal
Tianjin Port Alliance International

Container Terminal Co. Ltd.
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20%
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DEFINITION
OF TERMS
Technical terms, abbreviations
and definitions of key figures
and financial ratios.
2M
Maersk Line has entered into a long term vessel sharing agreement (VSA) with
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) on the Asia-Europe, Transatlantic and
Transpacific trades. The VSA has taken effect as of January 2015.
Appraisal well
Additional wells drilled after a discovery, to confirm the size of a hydrocarbon deposit.
Backlog
The value of future contract coverage (revenue backlog).
Blanked sailings
Cancelled sailings.
boepd
Barrels of oil equivalent per day.
Brent
Sweet light crude oil produced in the North Sea.
Bunker
Type of oil used in ship engines.
Contingent resources (2C)
Contingent resources are less certain than reserves. These are resources that are
potentially recoverable but not yet considered mature enough for commercial
development due to technological or business hurdles. For contingent resources
to move into the reserves category, the key conditions, or contingencies, that
prevented commercial development must be clarified and removed.
Contract coverage
Percentage indicating the part of ship/rig days that are contracted for
a specific period.
Dividend yield
The dividend yield is equal to the proposed dividends of the year divided by the
shares price.
Drillship
A vessel that has been fitted with drilling equipment, mainly used for deepwater
drilling.
EBIT margin gap to peers
Peer group includes CMA CGM, APL, Hapag Lloyd, Hanjin, ZIM, Hyundai MM,
K Line, CSAV, OOCL, NYK, MOL, COSCO, CSCL. Peer average is TEU-weighted.
EBIT margins are adjusted for gains/losses on sale of assets, restructuring
charges, income/loss from associates. Maersk Line's EBIT margin is also
adjusted for depreciations to match industry standards (25 years).
Equal steaming
Steady vessel speed.
Jack-up rig
A drilling rig resting on legs. The drilling rig can operate in waters of 25150 metres.
Multi-purpose
A vessel designed to carry both containerised and dry bulk cargoes.
Net interest-bearing debt (NIBD)
Equals interest-bearing debt less cash and bank balances less other
interest-bearing assets.
Product tanker
Vessel transporting refined oil products.
Proved and probable reserves (2P)
Proved reserves: Quantity of energy sources estimated with reasonable certainty,
from the analysis of geologic and engineering data, to be recoverable from wellestablished or known reservoirs with the existing equipment and under the existing
operating conditions. Probable reserves: Unproved reserves which analysis of geological and engineering data suggests are more likely than not to be recoverable.
ROIC
Return on invested capital.
Slow steaming
Reduction of vessel speed from 2224 knots to 18 knots.
TEU
Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit Twenty foot container.
Time charter
Hire of a vessel for a specified period.
Total shareholders return
Total shareholders return is equal to the price appreciation rate (price variance
from the beginning to the end of the year) and the dividend yield.
Triple-E
Triple-E stands for Economy of scale, Energy efficiency and Environmentally improved.
Underlying result
The underlying result is equal to result of continuing business excluding net impact
from divestments and impairments.
Uptime
A period of time when a unit is functioning and available for use.
VSA
Vessel Sharing Agreement.
VLCC
Very Large Crude Carrier.
FFE
Forty Foot Equivalent Forty foot container unit.
FPSO
Floating Production Storage and Offloading vessel.
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COMPANY
ANNOUNCEMENTS
2014
7 FEBRUARY
Sale of shares in Dansk Supermarked A/S and F. Salling A/S
15 SEPTEMBER
A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S places USD bonds
27 FEBRUARY
Annual Report 2013 for A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
9 OCTOBER
Long term vessel sharing agreement with MSC
4 MARCH
Notice convening the Annual General Meeting 2014
of A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S
11 NOVEMBER
Interim Report 3rd Quarter 2014
21 MAY
Interim Report 1st Quarter 2014
11 NOVEMBER
A.P. Mller - Mrsk A/S Financial Calendar 2015
17 JUNE
The planned P3 Network abandoned
8 JULY
Impairment of Brazilian oil assets
10 JULY
Long term vessel sharing agreement with MSC
19 AUGUST
Interim Report 2nd Quarter 2014
19 AUGUST
Share buy-back programme of up to DKK 5.6 billion
(approx. USD 1 billion)
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COLOPHON
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Michael Pram Rasmussen, Chairman
Ane Mrsk Mc-Kinney Uggla, Vice chairman
Niels Jacobsen, Vice chairman
Dorothee Blessing
Sir John Bond
Renata Frolova
Arne Karlsson
Jan Leschly
Palle Vestergaard Rasmussen
Robert Routs
Robert Mrsk Uggla
MANAGEMENT
Nils S. Andersen, Group CEO
Kim Fejfer
Claus V. Hemmingsen
Sren Skou
Jakob Thomasen
Trond Westlie
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Arne Karlsson, Chairman
Robert Routs
REMUNERATION COMMITTEE
Michael Pram Rasmussen, Chairman
Niels Jacobsen
Ane Mrsk Mc-Kinney Uggla
A.P. MLLER - MRSK A/S

Esplanaden 50
DK-1098 Copenhagen K
Tel. +45 33 63 33 63
www.maersk.com
investorrelations@maersk.com
Incorporated in Denmark under
registration no. 22756214
AUDITORS
KPMG
Editors
Jesper Cramon, Finn Glismand, Henrik Lund
Design and layout
e-Types & e-Types Daily
ISSN 1604-2913
Produced in Denmark 2015
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