Partners at EXPO 2025

The A.P. Moller Foundation (A.P. Møller og Hustru Chastine Mc-Kinney Møllers Fond til almene Formaal) is a Danish philanthropic commercial foundation. It was established in 1953 by Mr. A.P. Møller with the support of his children to safeguard the long-term viability of the A.P. Moller Group and the adherence of the core values and principles. The Foundation is named after Mr. A.P. Møller and his American wife Chastine Mc-Kinney Møller.

In accordance with Danish law The A.P. Moller Foundation operates independently of any other interests than those described in the Foundation’s statues.
The A.P. Moller Foundation’s donations are based on Mr. A.P. Møller’s legacy and matters of particular importance to him. All donations are philanthropic and for the common good.

In 2013 A.P. Moller Holding was established. It is vital for the A.P. Moller Foundation and A.P. Moller Holding to have a positive impact on society and develop ‘nyttig virksomhed’ in the spirit of Mr. A.P. Møller. 

A.P. Moller Holding are engaged long-term owners, focusing on renewing, and expanding the Group of industry leading companies. The activities of A.P. Moller Holding ensure that the Foundation can contribute to society with donations for generations to come.

The Foundation owns 100% of the shares in A.P. Møller Holding A/S, which owns 41.51% of the stock and holds 51.45% of the voting rights in A.P. Møller – Mærsk A/S.

The Novo Nordisk Foundation is an independent Danish enterprise foundation. The objectives of the Novo Nordisk Foundation are to provide a stable basis for the commercial and research activities of the companies in the Novo Group; as well as to support scientific, humanitarian and social causes. In 2022, the Foundation awarded a total of DKK 7.5 billion in grants for new projects and initiatives.

The vision of the Novo Nordisk Foundation is to improve people’s health and the sustainability of society and the planet, directing the majority of grants toward:

1. Progressing research and innovation in the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic and infectious diseases
2. Advancing knowledge and solutions to support the green transition in society
3. Investing in scientific research, education and innovation to enable a world class life science ecosystem in Denmark

While Denmark is centre of gravity for grant giving, we are intensifying efforts to support research through international partnerships. Recognising the global nature of societal challenges, we are committed to fostering collaborations on an international scale. We believe that such partnerships, leveraging top scientific expertise, are a powerful strategy for strengthening life sciences and research environments, both globally and domestically.

In alignment with its mission, the Novo Nordisk Foundation recognises the significance of EXPO 2025 primary aim: "Bringing together the wisdom of the world, including breakthrough technologies, to create and communicate new ideas." This global platform serves as an opportunity to showcase the merits of Danish research and innovative solutions which can benefit of people and planetary health. Moreover, the event provides a unique forum for engaging in a global dialogue that fosters innovation and cultivates increased research collaboration on an international scale.

Adding value from farm to fork

Danish Crown is a farmer-owned global food company headquartered in Denmark and with a presence in 26 countries.

We provide food for consumers all over the world through our various brands. Our product range is based on protein and consists of fresh and processed meat, plant-based products, and ingredients for pharmaceuticals, animal feed and biogas. 
We strive to maximize the market value of our products by building on strong customer relations and consumer insights, high quality, sustainability, food safety and animal welfare.

Everybody should have the right to enjoy good, nutritious food safely, but we also need to feed a growing global population while minimizing harm to the planet we share. At Danish Crown, we believe we can make a difference to food and make agriculture a driving force for change. We prioritize value over volume and are committed to healthier products, care for our animals and thriving farms.

Danish Crown was founded in 1887. As a cooperative, we are guided by our vision “Together, we are creating a more sustainable future for food”, and we operate our business with the aim of leading the green transition in our industry and creating financial, social and environmental value at every step from farm to fork.

Danish Crown is Europe’s largest producer and a major exporter of pork and organic meat, and among the top five producers of beef in Europe. We receive pigs and cattle for slaughter and further processing from our 5,737 Danish farmer owners and from farmers in Sweden, Germany and Poland. We have 69 abattoirs and processing facilities, 44 casing facilities, 13 separate warehouses and 55 offices. The majority of our 25,796 employees work at our production facilities in Europe.