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.


Thursday, November 2, 2023
Aerial photo of an oil tanker at anchor. Stock Photo: Nickeo23/Shutterstock
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
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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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An illustration of the Yara Eyde, planned to be the world's first ammonia-powered containership. Image courtesy Yara International
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
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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
View of the grounded TT Line Marco Polo ferry and a tug boat, as the ferry leaks oil into the Baltic off the coast of Horvik, Sweden October 26, 2023. TT News Agency/Johan Nilsson via REUTERS
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
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Photo shows containers floating in the water next to the M/V Sivumut.
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
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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Two tugboats work to refloat the grounded Bonnie G cargo ship
Shipping

Salvage Crews Refloat and Tow Cargo Ship in St. Thomas

Salvage crews have successfully refloated and towed the Bonnie G cargo ship to the Crown Bay Sandfill dock in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. The vessel

October 31, 2023
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Subsea 7 stock photo
Offshore

Subsea 7 Awarded Major Mero 4 Field Development Contract by Petrobras

Subsea 7 S.A. has confirmed the award of a significant contract by Petrobras for the development of the Mero 4 field. The field is located approximately 200

October 31, 2023
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Hoegh Autoliners stock photo
Shipping

Höegh Autoliners Announces Vessel Sale and Purchase

Norwegian roll-on/roll-off shipping company Höegh Autoliners ASA has recently reached an agreement for the sale of the vessel Höegh Bangkok and

October 31, 2023
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A wind turbine Dominion Energy’s two turbine Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) pilot project. Photo: Dominion Energy
Offshore

Biden Administration Gives Green Light to Largest US Offshore Wind Farm

The Biden Administration has given its approval for Dominion Energy’s Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project, marking the U.S. largest offshore

October 31, 2023
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Monday, October 30, 2023
Port of Rotterdam. Sotkc Photo: Ali A Suliman / Shutterstock.com
Accidents

European Marine Safety Agency Reveals Positive Trend in Maritime Safety

The European Marine Safety Agency has released its Annual Overview of Marine Casualties and Incidents, revealing a significant reduction in the number of

October 30, 2023
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M/V Frontenac entering Iroquois Lock on October 19, 2023. Photo courtesy Pat English
Shipping

Efforts Underway to Clear Backlog of Ships in St. Lawrence Seaway

Following a tentative agreement between the Canadian union Unifor and the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC), efforts are now underway to clear

October 30, 2023
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USCGC Argus launch
Defense

USCG’s Lead Offshore Patrol Cutter ‘USCGC Argus’ Launched

The lead ship of the U.S. Coast Guard’s highly anticipated Heritage-class offshore patrol cutter (OPC), the USCGC Argus, was successfully launched

October 30, 2023
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Friday, October 27, 2023
The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter James pose with more than $445 million in illegal drugs seized by Coast Guard and partner agencies in Port Everglades, Florida, Oct 26, 2023. U.S. Coast Guard Photo
Defense

U.S. Coast Guard Offloads $450 Million Worth of Drugs in Florida

The U.S. Coast Guard offloaded 33,200 pounds of cocaine and 12,400 pounds of marijuana, valued at approximately $448 million, at Port Everglades on Thursday.

October 27, 2023
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APM Terminals
Ports

APM Terminals and DP World Join Forces on Container Handling Electrification

APM Terminals, the terminal operating arm of A.P. Moller Maersk, and DP World have announced a joint initiative aimed at expediting the decarbonization of port

October 27, 2023
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?Artist’s impression of the new Boskalis trailing suction hopper dredger. Image courtesy Boskalis
Shipbuilding

Boskalis to Build State-of-the-Art Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger

Boskalis, a leading dredging and maritime services provider, has entered into a contract with Dutch shipbuilding company Royal IHC to construct a cutting-edge

October 27, 2023
Total Views: 3027

Thursday, October 26, 2023
Haifa Port, which is to be sold to India's Adani Ports and local partner Gadot in Haifa, Israel. Photo REUTERS/Ilan Rosenberg
Shipping

Israel to Pay for Ships Damaged in War

By Jonathan Saul JERUSALEM, Oct 26 (Reuters) – Israel will provide compensation for ships that are damaged due to the war in Gaza and the

October 26, 2023
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US Coast Guard’s Arctic Plan Opens Door to Acquiring Commercial Icebreakers
Defense

US Coast Guard’s Arctic Plan Opens Door to Acquiring Commercial Icebreakers

The U.S. Coast Guard unveiled its Arctic Strategic Outlook Implementation Plan on Thursday, outlining a series of initiatives aimed at promoting safety,

October 26, 2023
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offshore rig north sea
Offshore

Offshore Drilling Rigs Seeing Longer Contracts

The increasing utilization of offshore drilling rigs is causing a decrease in availability and longer contract awards and tender opportunities, according to

October 26, 2023
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Congressman John Garamendi, U.S. Representative for California's 3nd District, addresses the audience during the Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony held to honor Merchant Mariners of WWII at the U.S. Capital, May 18, 2022. U.S. Navy photo by Bill Mesta
Shipping

Reintroduced House Bill Would Close Jones Act Loopholes

Congressman John Garamendi (D-CA) has reintroduced the “Close Agency Loopholes to the Jones Act” bill, which aims to address loopholes that have

October 26, 2023
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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Stock photo of a barge on the Mississippi River
Shipping

SEACOR Sells Inland Barge Business to Ingram

SEACOR Holdings has signed a definitive agreement to sell its inland barge business Inland River Transport Holdings, commonly known as SCF, to a division of

October 25, 2023
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