Maersk began in 1904 when Captain Peter Maersk Moller purchased a steamship. His son expanded it into an international shipping company. Maersk has grown into a global integrator of container logistics and supply chain services. The company operates in over 130 countries with ocean and inland freight transportation, trade management, and warehousing services. Maersk also provides end-to-end supply chain solutions including procurement, customs brokerage, and delivery services.