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.


Tuesday, January 2, 2024
somali pirate mothership
Piracy

Security Experts Report Fifth Dhow Hijacking off Somali Coast

Security experts have reported yet another hijacking of a fishing dhow off the coast of Somalia, marking the fifth such incident since November. The UK-based

January 2, 2024
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The M/V Genius Star XI loitering outside Dutch Harbor, Alaska, December 30, 2023. Photo courtesy U.S. Coast Guard
Accidents

Cargo Ship Carrying Lithium-Ion Batteries Anchored Near Dutch Harbor After Fire

The M/V Genius Star XI, carrying lithium-ion batteries, has been anchored near Dutch Harbor, Alaska, and poses no immediate risk following last week’s

January 2, 2024
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madrid maersk
Shipping

Maersk Halts Red Sea Voyages ‘Until Further Notice’

Maersk said it will continue pausing transits through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden until further notice following an attack on one its vessels over the

January 2, 2024
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Saturday, December 30, 2023
maersk ship
Shipping

Update: Maersk Ship Hit by Missile, Avoids Boarding in the Red Sea

A Maersk containership has been hit by a missile in the Red Sea, the U.S. has reported. Hours later, the same ship was swarmed by Houthi boats, but the

December 30, 2023
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The Coast Guard is responding to a reported fire aboard the 410-foot cargo vessel Genius Star XI, approximately 200 miles southwest of Dutch Harbor, Alaska on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2023. U.S. Coast Guard Photo
Accidents

Fire on Cargo Ship Carrying Lithium-Ion Batteries Near Dutch Harbor

The U.S. Coast Guard is responding to a fire on a cargo ship carrying lithium-ion batteries near Dutch Harbor, Alaska. The fire is contained but still ongoing,

December 30, 2023
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Friday, December 29, 2023
A Yemeni Coast Guard boat sails near the Galaxy Leader commercial ship, seized by Yemen's Houthis last month, off the coast of al-Salif, Yemen, December 5, 2023.
Shipping

Hijacked Galaxy Leader Owner Encouraged by Reports of Imminent Release of Crew

The owner of the Galaxy Leader car carrier that was hijacked by the Houthis as it transited the Red Sea in November says it is encouraged by reports of

December 29, 2023
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Absalon-class frigate HDMS Esbern Snare. Photo: Danish Ministry of Defence
Defense

Denmark to Send Frigate to Join US-Led Naval Operation in the Red Sea

In an effort to combat Houthi attacks on civilian shipping in the Red Sea, Denmark has announced its plans to send a frigate to join the U.S.-led Operation

December 29, 2023
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Thursday, December 28, 2023
The Galaxy Leader cargo ship is escorted by Houthi boats in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023. Houthi Military Media/Handout via REUTERS
Shipping

The Maritime Stories That Made 2023

This year proved once again that the maritime industry is one of the most important and exciting industries on the planet. As 2023 comes to a close,

December 28, 2023
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Houthi stand on beach after ship attack
Shipping

U.S. Sanctions Entities Aiding Iranian Financial Support to Houthis

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced new sanctions against one individual and three entities for helping the flow of Iranian financial assistance

December 28, 2023
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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Equinor and Shell Finalize Sparta Deepwater Development in Gulf of Mexico
Offshore

Equinor and Shell Finalize Sparta Deepwater Development in Gulf of Mexico

Norwegian energy company Equinor and Shell Offshore Inc., a subsidiary of Shell, have announced the final investment decision for the Sparta deepwater

December 27, 2023
Total Views: 2854

Island Condor at sea. Image courtesy Island Offshore
Offshore

Island Offshore Secures Long-Term Contract for Island Condor

Norwegian offshore service vessel provider, Island Offshore, has announced that it has secured a long-term employment contract for the walk-to-work vessel

December 27, 2023
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Tuesday, December 26, 2023
The LNG-powered containership, the CMA CGM, on the river Elbe near the city of Hamburg, Germany, February 14, 2021. Photo: FrankHH / Shutterstock.com
Shipping

CMA CGM Planning to Gradually Increase Sailings Through the Red Sea

French shipping line CMA CGM is working plans to gradually increase the number of sailings through the Red Sea, however the timing and scope of its plans

December 26, 2023
Total Views: 4583

The ONE Integrity with 21,954 TEUs loaded in the Port of Singapore. Photo courtesy ONE
Shipping

22,000 TEUs! ONE Claims New Cargo World Record

Shipping line Ocean Network Express (ONE) is claiming a new world record with the loading of 22,000 twenty-foot equivalent (TEU) laden containers on board a

December 26, 2023
Total Views: 6716

Seadrill drillship on the horizon
Offshore

Seadrill Secures $1.1 Billion Contracts with Petrobras

Offshore drilling contractor Seadrill Limited (NYSE & OSE: SDRL) has been awarded fixed-term contracts by Petrobras for its drillships, West

December 26, 2023
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Port of New Orleans
Ports

Port of New Orleans Receives Federal Funding for New Mississippi River Container Terminal

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) has been awarded $73.77 million by the federal government to support the construction of a major new container terminal on

December 26, 2023
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Sunday, December 24, 2023
FILE PHOTO: Containers are seen on the Maersk's Triple-E giant container ship Majestic Maersk, one of the world's largest container ships, as it sails in the Strait of Gibraltar towards the port of Algeciras, Spain January 19, 2023. REUTERS/Jon Nazca/File Photo
Shipping

Maersk Preparing to Resume Transits Through Red Sea and Gulf of Aden

Maersk is getting ready to resume transits through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden now that the multi-nation naval coalition Operation Prosperity Guardian is up

December 24, 2023
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Friday, December 22, 2023
A map of the latest reported dhow hijacking off Somalia. Image courtesy UKMTO
Piracy

Dhow Reported Hijacked Off Somalia

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) says it has received reports that a dhow has been hijacked by heavily armed personnel off Eyl, Somalia. Authorities

December 22, 2023
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smoke pollution coming from a container ship
Shipping

Shipping Industry Focused on Green and Blue Alternatives to Meet IMO Targets

The shipping industry is turning its attention to green and blue alternatives in order to meet the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) targets

December 22, 2023
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The Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS) is a high-speed aluminium catamaran based on the proven Expeditionary Fast Transport design that offers enhanced medical support to the United States Navy. (Image: Austal USA)
Defense

Austal USA Awarded Contract for US Navy’s Next-Generation Hospital Ships

Australian-based Austal Limited (ASX: ASB) has announced that its U.S. shipyard, Austal USA, has received a $867.6 million undefinitised contract award (UCA)

December 22, 2023
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Thursday, December 21, 2023
Aerial top view of a containership underway
Shipping

Higher Freight Rates to Offset Costs from Red Sea Diversions -Fitch

Following recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, shipping companies are facing increased costs due to longer voyages around the Cape of Good

December 21, 2023
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