Founder Profile
Arnold Peter Møller
Last reviewed: October 2026 · By Swet Parvadiya
Who is Arnold Peter Møller?
Arnold Peter Møller is a founder of A.P. Moller - Maersk, which was founded in 1904 with Peter Mærsk Møller.
- Company founded
- A.P. Moller - Maersk
- Founded
- 1904
- Co-founders
- Peter Mærsk Møller
Background
Arnold Peter Møller co-founded the business in 1904 and founded Steamship Company of 1912, building the group that later became A.P. Moller - Maersk. His motto 'Constant Care' remains part of the company's values.
Founding Story
Arnold Peter (A.P.) Møller (1876-1965) co-founded Steamship Company Svendborg with his father in 1904 at age 28 and in 1912 set up Steamship Company of 1912 to expand with fewer board constraints. The two companies ran side by side for decades and merged in 2003 into A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S. He was known for conservative finances and strong cash reserves, and his motto "Constant Care" is still part of Maersk’s stated values.