Stephen Schueler has been appointed to the Investment Committee of the World Maritime University (WMU) Endowment Fund. He will serve as one of five members of the committee, following his appointment by the WMU Board of Governors on the recommendation of the Executive Board.

Established in 1983 with the support of the International Maritime Organization (IMO),a specialized agency of the United Nations, the World Maritime University is recognized as the IMO’s leading center for postgraduate education, research, and capacity development in the maritime and ocean sectors. WMU’s mission advances the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by fostering knowledge and expertise essential to the sustainable future of global shipping and ocean governance.

In a letter announcing the appointment, Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the IMO and Chancellor of the WMU, stated:

“Your participation will support the World Maritime University’s objectives and will facilitate the development of the University’s plans.”

Stephen Schueler, Managing Director, Green Transition, Investment Advisory Board, European Maritime Finance:

“I am honoured by this appointment and would like to thank the Executive Board, the Board of Governors, President Maximo Q. Mejia Jr., and Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez for their confidence in my ability to support the World Maritime University. I will do all in my power to build upon the strong foundation of the University’s Endowment Fund.”

The WMU Endowment Fund supports the University’s long-term mission of promoting maritime education, research, and sustainable development within the global maritime community.