Maersk Profit Rises

The transcript covers three main topics: the sentencing of the captain involved in South Korea's worst maritime disaster, Vodafone's financial recovery in European markets, and Maersk's improved third-quarter profits due to cost-cutting and increased container volumes.

What was the main criticism against the captain of the South Korean ferry?

• He did not have a valid license.

• He abandoned the ship without evacuating passengers.

• He was not present on the ship during the disaster.

• He failed to report the incident immediately.

What was the outcome of the prosecutors' request for the captain's punishment?

• The captain was fined.

• The death penalty was sought.

• The captain received a life sentence.

• The captain was acquitted.

What positive trend did Vodafone report in its financial performance?

• A smaller decline in service revenue than expected.

• A significant increase in new subscribers.

• A new partnership with a tech giant.

• A major acquisition in the Asian market.

What strategy did Maersk employ to achieve higher profits?

• Expanding into new markets.

• Cutting costs and boosting box volumes.

• Increasing shipping rates.

• Investing in new technology.

What percentage of the world's containers does Maersk Line move?

• One-sixth

• One-fifth

• One-third

• One-fourth