Mike Schuler

Mike Schuler is the Managing Editor of gCaptain, where he has led editorial operations since June 2008. He oversees daily news coverage on global shipping, maritime security, offshore energy, and industry policy, and has built a reputation for delivering timely and insightful maritime news—often breaking key stories that influence industry discussions. Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Financial Management from The Catholic University of America, and a certificate in Data Analytics and Visualization from the University of Arizona. Before joining gCaptain, he held positions at Intrawest Hospitality Management and Union Beer Distributors. His expertise spans supply chain and logistics, energy policy, global trade dynamics, and maritime security. Mike's reporting is known for its clarity, accuracy, and ability to explain complex maritime topics to broad audiences.


Wednesday, September 18, 2024
an overhead view of port of los angeles docks
Ports

U.S. Port Strike Would Spark Supply Chain Problems from the Outset, CMA CGM Warns

By Lisa Baertlein LOS ANGELES, Sept 18 (Reuters) – A threatened Oct. 1 strike by dockworkers at ports on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 2404

A worker on a container crane at the Port of Los Angeles
Ports

Port of Los Angeles Sees Record-Breaking Cargo Surge

The Port of Los Angeles experienced its busiest non-pandemic month ever in August 2024, handling 960,597 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs), a 16% increase

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 1507

Matson ship with tug assitance in Port of Oakland
Shipping

California Maritime Safety Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature

California’s maritime industry is calling on Governor Gavin Newsom to sign Assembly Bill 1122 into law, citing crucial safety and operational benefits

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 1307

An illustration of the ship recycling facility at Oono Development's Chita Dismantling Works in Chita City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
Shipbuilding

NYK to Launch Eco-Friendly Ship Recycling in Japan

Japan-based shipping group Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) and compatriot Oono Development have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 1080

Ovation of the Seas inside Meyer Werft's building dock. Photo credit: Meyer Werft
Cruise Ships

Germany Acquires Majority Stake in MEYER WERFT, Securing the Shipyard’s Future

The German government and the state of Lower Saxony have taken action to secure the future of MEYER WERFT, the renowned shipbuilder in Papenburg. As part of

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 2232

Containership Dali entangled with destroyed baltimore bridge
Accidents

U.S. Sues DALI Shipowner and Manager for $100 Million Over Baltimore Bridge Collapse

The U.S. Justice Department filed a civil lawsuit on Wednesday against the owner and operator of the containership that destroyed the Francis Scott Key Bridge

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 3771

Navy accepts delivery of future USS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7), Sept. 12. U.S. Navy Photo
Defense

U.S. Navy Enhances Sea Base Capabilities with Delivery of Future USS Robert E. Simanek

The U.S. Navy took delivery of its newest Expeditionary Sea Base (ESB) ship, the future USS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7), named after the Korean war hero. The

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 3456

Dry bulk coal shipping. ImagineStock/Shutterstock
Shipping

Dry Bulk Ship Recycling Hits 16-Year Low

Dry bulk ship recycling has plummeted to its second-lowest level in 16 years, with only 45 ships recycled so far in 2024, according to BIMCO, the world’s

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 744

A Maersk containership berthed at the Port of Tanjung Pelepas in Malaysia.
Shipping

Maersk: Global Shipping Market Poised for Balance Despite Challenges

The global shipping industry is expected to achieve a more balanced supply and demand environment as it enters the fourth quarter of 2024, according to

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 1143

Statue of Liberty overlooking Port of New York and New Jersey
Ports

Trade Groups Urge Biden to Act as East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Looms

A coalition of 177 trade associations has appealed to President Biden for immediate intervention in stalled labor negotiations between the International

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 2751

Lengthening the MS Balmoral.
Blog

WATCH: Cruise Ship Lengthening – Engineering Marvel Transforms ‘Balmoral’

Ever wondered how cruise lines supersize their ships? In 2008, the cruise ship Balmoral underwent a significant transformation at Hamburg’s Blohm + Voss

September 18, 2024
Total Views: 2714

Tuesday, September 17, 2024
lng tanker
Energy

Carbon Negative Energy – Woodland Biofuels Invests $1.35 Billion in Louisiana for Negative Carbon Facility

Toronto-based Woodland Biofuels has unveiled plans for a groundbreaking $1.35 billion investment at the Port of South Louisiana. The project aims to establish

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 2275

Wind turbines off of Block Island
Offshore

Department of Interior Announces Major Offshore Wind Lease Sale for New England Coast

The U.S. Department of the Interior has announced a substantial offshore wind energy lease sale set for October 29, 2024. The sale will cover eight areas off

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 1730

The MT Sounion pictured September 17, 2024.
Shipping

Exclusive Photos: Fire Continues to Rage on SOUNION Tanker in Red Sea

The Greek-registered oil tanker MT SOUNION has been successfully towed to a safe area in the Red Sea, marking a crucial step in a complex salvage operation.

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 3115

A Philippine supply boat sails near a Chinese Coast Guard ship during a resupply mission for Filipino troops stationed at a grounded warship in the South China Sea, October 4, 2023. REUTERS/Adrian Portugal/File Photo
Shipping

WATCH: ‘The Most Dangerous Conflict No One is Talking About’

In this gripping 60 Minutes segment, tensions in the South China Sea reach a boiling point as China and the Philippines clash over territorial claims. The

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 3136

A fire on board the Maersk Frankfurt in the Arabian Sea, July 19, 2024. Photo via Indian Coast Guard
Shipping

Maritime Safety at Risk as Nations Fail to Report Container Inspections

The Cargo Integrity Group (CIG), an industry collective dedicated to improving safety in the global supply chain, is sounding the alarm on a critical gap in

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 2480

The Johan Castberg FPSO in the Barents Sea. Photo: Lars Morken/Equinor
Offshore

Equinor’s Johan Castberg FPSO Anchored in Barents Sea

Equinor’s floating production, storage and offloading vessel (FPSO) for the Johan Castberg field has been successfully anchored in the Barents Sea,

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 1670

Port of savannah ship loading at berth
Ports

US East and Gulf Coast Ports Brace for Potential Strike as Container Imports Surge

The U.S. container shipping industry is facing a critical juncture as a potential labor strike threatens to disrupt operations at East and Gulf Coast ports,

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 3918

Illustration of the 5,000 DWT Multi-Purpose Service Vessels (MPSVs)
Offshore

PaxOcean Secures Major Contract for Advanced Offshore Vessels with Greek Shipowner

PaxOcean Group, a leading marine and offshore asset service provider, has signed a significant newbuilding contract with an unidentified Greek shipowner. The

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 1037

The escort duty tug is expected to conduct more than 90% of its operations using its battery-electric powertrain and conduct up to 25% of Svitzer’s work in the port of Gothenburg.
Shipbuilding

Svitzer Orders World’s First Battery-Methanol Tug

Svitzer, a global leader in towage services, has announced a groundbreaking contract with Turkish shipyard Uzmar to construct the world’s first

September 17, 2024
Total Views: 950