Mustafa A. Nejem is a globally recognized maritime executive, author, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) , Fellow (FIC) Institute of Consulting (CMI, UK) whose work advances safe, sustainable, and human-centered shipping. A strategist at the intersection of fleet operations, governance, and seafarer welfare, he builds systems that connect policy with performance and measurable impact across the maritime value chain.
A global author of more than sixty books, Nejem translates complex ideas in maritime strategy, leadership, and the blue economy into practical frameworks used by practitioners, students, and decision-makers worldwide. His public-knowledge platform @NejemBooks engages 4.7M+ readers and seafarers, promoting maritime literacy and a culture of safety.
Nejem’s contributions have been honored with major international awards, including Stevie Awards – Maverick of the Year, Titan Business Awards – Gold & Silver, the Global Recognition Award, and 2025 Business Elite’s ”40 Under 40” Honoree. His work has been profiled by leading business media such as Forbes and Business Insider. Academically, he holds an MSc in International Maritime Business, an MSc in Fleet Management, Master of Philosophy in Management and a Global MBA, with research focused on maritime finance, sustainability, and workforce development.
