Maersk has appointed Scott Elliott as Regional President for Asia Pacific, formalizing a role he has held on an interim basis since January 2026.
Elliott joined Maersk in 2020 and most recently served as Regional Chief Financial Officer for Asia Pacific. Prior to joining the company, he held senior leadership positions at Toll Global and CEVA Logistics, gaining extensive experience across finance, operations and commercial management in key global trade markets.
The appointment comes as Asia Pacific continues to play a central role in global trade and Maersk’s growth strategy, representing the world’s largest regional economy and one of the company’s most important markets.
Commenting on his appointment, Elliott said: “Asia Pacific is the world’s largest regional economy, key to global trade and central to Maersk’s growth ambitions. It’s an honour to work with our exceptional team, customers, and partners across the region. We have built strong momentum together, and I look forward to deepening those relationships and supporting our customers’ growth.”
Maersk said the process of appointing a permanent Regional Head of Finance for Asia Pacific is currently underway.
