Mike Schuler

Mike Schuler is the Managing Editor of gCaptain, where he oversees daily news coverage on global shipping, maritime security, offshore energy, and industry policy. He is a key contributor to gCaptain’s editorial content, frequently writing about major maritime incidents, regulatory changes, and geopolitical developments affecting the shipping industry. Schuler has built a reputation for delivering timely and insightful maritime news, often breaking key stories that influence industry discussions. His reporting is recognized for its clarity, accuracy, and ability to distill complex maritime issues for a broad audience. You can reach him at [email protected] or follow him on X at @MikeSchuler.


Monday, February 12, 2024
Shipping

Foremost Group CEO Angela Chao Killed in Car Accident

New York-based shipping company Foremost Group has confirmed the death of Angela Chao, its Chair and CEO, in a tragic car accident. Angela Chao, 50, was

February 12, 2024
Total Views: 14144

Environment

BAR Technologies Lands European Supply Deal for WindWings Tech

Wind-assisted propulsion specialist BAR Technologies has formed a strategic partnership with Nervion Naval Offshore, known for its work in floating offshore

February 12, 2024
Total Views: 1268

Shipping

Mystery Shipwreck Leaking Oil in Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago is currently dealing with a significant oil spill from a mystery ship that ran aground last week. The country’s Prime Minister, Keith

February 12, 2024
Total Views: 11232

Friday, February 9, 2024
Ports

US Container Imports Expected to Rise in First Half of 2024

The first half of this year is projected to see an increase in inbound cargo volume at major U.S. container ports despite recent attacks on ships in the Red

February 9, 2024
Total Views: 3518

Shipping

Louis Dreyfus Armateurs Places Largest Order for Rotor Sails

Wind propulsion specialist Norsepower Oy Ltd has received its largest order to date for its cutting-edge Rotor Sail™ technology. The order was placed by

February 9, 2024
Total Views: 1876

Thursday, February 8, 2024
Shipping

US Issues New Sanctions Over Russian Oil Price Cap Violation

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on four entities and identified one tanker as blocked

February 8, 2024
Total Views: 7258

Shipping

Critical Communication Error Leads to Tow Collision Mississippi River

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has identified a critical error in communication as the cause of a collision between two tows in the

February 8, 2024
Total Views: 8870

Shipping

Maersk Launches Demerger of Svitzer Towage Business

Maersk has announced plans to spin-off its towage business as the Danish shipping conglomerate continues its transition towards becoming an integrated

February 8, 2024
Total Views: 2479

Drought hit Panama Canal further restricts maximum ship depth
Shipping

End of El Niño Could Bring Relief for Panama Canal Water Crisis

The National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center is forecasting an end to El Niño conditions by April-June 2024, with a 79% probability. The

February 8, 2024
Total Views: 5110

Shipping

Singapore Tightens Bunker Fuel Quality Standards After Contamination Incident

Singapore has announced stringent new regulations for bunker fuel quality as it seeks to safeguard its reputation as a world-leading maritime hub. This move

February 8, 2024
Total Views: 1784

Shipping

US Container Import Volumes Surge Amid Global Supply Chain Challenges

U.S. container import volume increased 7.9% in January 2024 from December 2023, marking the largest month-over-month growth for January in the last seven

February 8, 2024
Total Views: 2073

Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Defense

Congressman Makes Urgent Call for U.S. Sealift Capacity Expansion to Counter China

Republican Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI), the Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, is sounding the alarm on the United

February 7, 2024
Total Views: 5212

Defense

HMS Richmond Takes Over for HMS Diamond in Red Sea’s Operation Prosperity Guardian

As tensions in the Red Sea continue to escalate due to Houthi attacks on commercial vessels, the Royal Navy warship HMS Richmond is stepping in to replace HMS

February 7, 2024
Total Views: 3399

Accidents

NTSB Investigation Reveals Probable Cause of ‘Carib Trader II’ Sinking

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued its investigation report into the sinking of the Carib Trader II during a dead ship tow from the

February 7, 2024
Total Views: 11710

Shipping

Marine Insurers Continue to Support Red Sea and Black Sea Trade Despite Challenges

The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) confirmed in its annual winter meeting that the global marine insurance market continues to support trade in

February 7, 2024
Total Views: 1095

Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Uncategorized

Austal USA Kicks Off Major Shipyard Expansion

Austal USA has kicked off plans to construct a new manufacturing facility, marking a significant expansion of its shipyard capacity in Mobile, Alabama in

February 6, 2024
Total Views: 1909

Shipping

Turkish Ship Pilot Dies in Boarding Accident

A Turkish ship pilot has died after falling into the water during a pilot transfer operation at the Bosphorus Strait. The accident took place Sunday morning

February 6, 2024
Total Views: 5120

Cruise Ships

Carnival Corporation Reports Progress Towards Emissions Reduction Targets

Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s leading cruise company, reports progress towards its near-term emissions reduction goals. The company says it

February 6, 2024
Total Views: 1289

Offshore

Diamond Offshore Semi-Submersible ‘Ocean GreatWhite’ Loses Lower Marine Riser Package

Offshore drilling contractor Diamond Offshore Drilling has confirmed an equipment failure involving its semi-submersible rig Ocean GreatWhite in the UK. The

February 6, 2024
Total Views: 7269

Monday, February 5, 2024
Shipping

Union Survey Reveals Alarming Level of Harassment on Canadian Ships

The Seafarers’ International Union of Canada (SIU) recently revealed alarming statistics showing nearly half of all seafarers working in the Canadian

February 5, 2024
Total Views: 2975