Marcus will officially fill the role in Jan. 1, 2018.

The export broke the company’s shipping record.

Agreement temporarily prevents Glencore from making a hostile bid for U.S.-based grain trader.

Company is particularly interested in expanding its business into the U.S.

Move takes into account a higher probability that Glencore will acquire the business.

Credit Suisse analyst values potential transaction at $15.5 billion.

Swiss company has expressed interest in obtaining agriculture infrastructure in the U.S.

Gilbert is co-founder and chief executive of Aberdeen Asset Management.

Both the crushing and wheat milling segments decreased 7% compared to the first quarter of 2016.

The transaction adds an international deep-water terminal and storage facilities on the Isle of Portland around Dorest, England.