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.


Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Shipping

U.S. Container Imports Continue to Rise, Outpacing Pre-Pandemic Levels

U.S. container import volume saw a significant increase in October 2023 compared to September and has even surpassed the levels seen in October 2019 before the

November 7, 2023
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Shipping

Tugs Refloat Lake Freighter on St. Clair River in Michigan

Update: The lake freighter American Courage, which ran aground in the St. Clair River Tuesday morning at 7:21 a.m. local time, was successfully refloated

November 7, 2023
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Offshore

Tidewater Shares Tumble as OSV Day Rates Hit New High-Water Mark

Shares of Tidewater Inc. (NYSE:TDW) fell more than 10% on Tuesday after the company reported impressive revenue of nearly $300 million in the third quarter

November 7, 2023
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Accidents

Captain of Dive Boat Found Guilty of ‘Seaman’s Manslaughter’ in California Tragedy

In a late afternoon verdict on Monday, Jerry Nehl Boylan, the captain of the Conception dive boat, was found guilty by a jury of one count of misconduct or

November 7, 2023
Total Views: 6900

Shipping

Saildrone Receives First-Ever Classification for Autonomous Surface Vehicle

Alameda, California-based Saildrone, a leading company in ocean data collection using autonomous vehicles, has achieved a significant milestone by receiving

November 7, 2023
Total Views: 1812

Monday, November 6, 2023
Defense

Protestors Block Port of Tacoma to Protest Alleged Military Aid Shipment to Israel

A group of pro-Palestinian activists on Monday blocked the entrance to the Port of Tacoma to protest the alleged transportation of U.S. military aid to Israel

November 6, 2023
Total Views: 9987

Ports

ONE Expands Terminal Capacity in Rotterdam and US West Coast

Ocean Network Express (ONE) has completed its acquisition of significant stakes in three major container terminals on the U.S. West Coast and in Rotterdam. The

November 6, 2023
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The Coast Guard Cutter Steadfast, a 210-foot Medium-Endurance Cutter, transits up the Columbia River and under the Astoria-Meglar Bridge as it returns to its homeport in Astoria, Ore., May 11, 2016. U.S. Coast Guard Photo
Defense

Workforce Shortage Forces U.S. Coast Guard to Reduce Active Fleet of Cutters

In response to a significant workforce shortage, the U.S. Coast Guard has announced plans to reduce its fleet of active cutters. The Coast Guard is currently

November 6, 2023
Total Views: 7379

Shipping

Seafarers’ Declining Happiness Raises Concern

The latest Seafarers Happiness Index has raised further concern about the welfare of seafarers, revealing a continuous decline in their happiness. The report,

November 6, 2023
Total Views: 2447

Friday, November 3, 2023
Defense

Photos: U.S. Naval Power on Display in Mediterranean Sea

Today’s photos are brought to you from the Eastern Mediterranean Sea where ships from the U.S. Navy’s Gerald R. Ford and Dwight D. Eisenhower

November 3, 2023
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polar research ship rrs sir david Attenborough
Accidents

MAIB Report Reveals Maintenance Failures in Lifeboat Drill Accident on New Polar Research Vessel

An investigation into a lifeboat drill accident on board the UK government’s state-of-the-art polar research vessel RRS Sir David Attenborough has

November 3, 2023
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A containership at the Port of Long Beach
Ports

MARAD Awards $653 Million in Funding for Port Improvement Projects

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) has awarded over $653 million to support 41 port improvement projects across the

November 3, 2023
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Shipping

Maersk to Reduce Headcount by 10,000 Amid Challenging Market Conditions

A.P. Moller-Maersk has announced plans to cut its workforce by 10,000 employees due to challenging market conditions in the ocean shipping industry as the

November 3, 2023
Total Views: 2249

Thursday, November 2, 2023
Shipping

Breakaway Barge Damages Pier in Downtown Seattle

A breakaway barge loaded with containers has damaged a pier along Seattle’s downtown waterfront. The U.S. Coast Guard’s 13th District said it was

November 2, 2023
Total Views: 8991

Shipbuilding

Philly Shipyard Navigates Challenges Amid Shipbuilding Milestones

Philly Shipyard ASA (Oslo: PHLY) has announced a net loss of $17.2 million for the third quarter of 2023, bringing its 2023 losses to more than $49 million.

November 2, 2023
Total Views: 4395

Shipping

Okeanis Eco Tankers Files for Direct Listing on NYSE

Greece-based Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. (OET) has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to directly list its common

November 2, 2023
Total Views: 831

Adm. Lisa Franchetti, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, addresses Sailors questions at an all hands call during a scheduled visit to Naval Station Mayport, Oct. 11, 2023. U.S. Navy Photo
Defense

Admiral Lisa Franchetti Confirmed to Navy’s Top Ranking Position

The Senate confirmed Adm. Lisa Franchetti as the 33rd Chief of Naval Operations, the Navy’s high ranking position, on Thursday. This historic appointment

November 2, 2023
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Environment

World’s First Ammonia-Powered Containership Under Development

Yara Clean Ammonia, North Sea Container Line, and Yara International have joined forces to develop the world’s first containership powered by pure

November 2, 2023
Total Views: 2303

Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Accidents

Salvage Crews Refloat Marco Polo Ferry in Sweden

Salvage crews from Smit Salvage have successfully refloated the Marco Polo ferry in Sweden. The ferry, operated by TT-Line of Germany, ran aground on October

November 1, 2023
Total Views: 9099

Shipping

Cargo Ship Loses Containers in Northern Canada

Recovery operations are underway after a Canadian cargo ship lost about 20 containers overboard in northeastern Canada on Friday. The cargo loss involved

November 1, 2023
Total Views: 13705