Founder-led expertise
Dr. Capt. Issa Awad Hasan
Founder & Managing Director
A visionary architect of the modern maritime landscape in the Middle East. Dr. Captain Issa Hasan's leadership is defined by a proven track record of transforming ambitious ideas into thriving, industry-leading enterprises — across ship operation, fleet ownership, marine insurance, and maritime education.
A proven builder of successful ventures
- 2006
Phoenicia Maritime
Founder
Established and grew a premier ship management firm into an industry benchmark, managing a diverse fleet of 17 vessels and building a robust global network of marine suppliers and crewing agencies.
- 2004
Jordan National Lines for Ship Operation (JNLSO)
Founder
Spearheaded the creation of a specialised ship operating and chartering company that rapidly achieved an annual turnover exceeding USD 40 million.
- 2006 – 2008
Jordan National Lines fleet expansion
Project Lead
Directed the construction and commissioning of two new Supermax Dolphin-type vessels — M/V City of Amman and M/V City of Aqaba — at the Hiphong Shipyard, Vietnam.
- 2013
Tehama Shipping Services, Dubai
Founder
Launched and scaled a successful container feeder service for giants like COSCO and APL, culminating in the acquisition of two container vessels to serve the Arabian Gulf and Red Sea regions.
- 2010s
Aqaba Maritime Education & Training Centre
Co-founder
Instrumental in establishing the centre in collaboration with Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU), advancing maritime training and education in Jordan.
- 2020
Tylos Shipping Line, Bahrain
Architect of feasibility study
Led the feasibility study that resulted in the successful establishment of Tylos Shipping Line, which now owns and operates five vessels dedicated to general cargo and containers.
A proven builder of successful ventures
Dr. Hasan's entrepreneurial spirit has been the driving force behind several landmark companies in the region — each one a fully operational maritime enterprise rather than a paper venture. His ability to combine commercial vision with deep technical expertise is the foundation on which Sheraa Transport stands.
A strategic architect of growth & partnerships
His role extends beyond founding companies to designing large-scale, complex logistical solutions. Notable examples include orchestrating a major partnership for the transportation of over 3 million tons annually of bulk aggregates from Oman and the UAE to Kuwait and Qatar — involving comprehensive feasibility studies and securing financing for a fleet of Handymax, Panamax, and Mini Cape vessels.
A champion of industry development & education
Demonstrating a deep commitment to the future of the sector, Dr. Hasan was instrumental in the establishment of the Aqaba Maritime Education and Training Centre in collaboration with Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU), profoundly advancing maritime training and education in Jordan.
At Sheraa, this educational philosophy continues through strategic partnerships with Polaris for Management & Educational Consultancy, ensuring a continuous pipeline of certified maritime professionals for the region's growing logistics ecosystem.