Mærsk has sold 16.2million shares in Danske Bank at a price of DKK 200 (£24.29) per share.
Following the placing, Mærsk will hold no shares in Danske Bank.
Maersk said in February 2015 that it would divest its stake in the bank to focus on other areas of the business.
Earlier today the company revealed a 32% drop in third quarter pre-tax profits.