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, April 10, 2023
The container ship MSC Danit is seen the day after U.S. Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) marine casualty investigators boarded the container ship, off the Port of Long Beach, California, U.S. October 17, 2021. REUTERS/David Swanson
Accidents

Amplify Energy to Restart San Pedro Bay Pipeline Damaged by Ship’s Anchor

US-based crude oil transportation and production company Amplify Energy announced on Saturday that it has received the necessary approvals from federal

April 10, 2023
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Crowley to Open Offshore Wind Office in Northern California
Offshore

Crowley to Open Offshore Wind Office in Northern California

Jacksonville, Florida-based Crowley is set to open a Wind Services office in Eureka, California as part of its efforts to develop an offshore wind terminal at

April 10, 2023
Total Views: 2423

Allseas’ Pioneering Spirit Wins More Wind Work in France
Offshore

Allseas’ Pioneering Spirit Wins More Wind Work in France

Offshore contractor Allseas has been awarded a contract to install the offshore substation for the Yeu and Noirmoutier islands’ offshore wind farm

April 10, 2023
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Austal to Develop Hydrogen-Powered High-Speed Catamaran for Sweden’s Gotland
Shipbuilding

Austal to Develop Hydrogen-Powered High-Speed Catamaran for Sweden’s Gotland

Australian shipbuilder Austal has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sweden’s Gotland Company to develop the design of Gotland’s

April 10, 2023
Total Views: 3159

ONE Launches ‘Eco Calculator’ for Measuring CO2 Emissions
Environment

ONE Launches ‘Eco Calculator’ for Measuring CO2 Emissions

Japanese shipping line Ocean Network Express has a launched a “eco calculator” to help customers measure the full life cycle of carbon dioxide

April 10, 2023
Total Views: 1144

Friday, April 7, 2023
Offshore oil and gas platform
Offshore

More UK North Sea Oil Workers to Start Striking This Month

By Rachel Graham (Bloomberg) — About 1,350 workers servicing North Sea oil platforms for energy majors such as BP Plc, Shell Plc and TotalEnergies SE

April 7, 2023
Total Views: 1291

Hull of OS 35 Shipwreck Separates in Adverse Weather
Accidents

Hull of OS 35 Shipwreck Separates in Adverse Weather

The Gibraltar government is reporting that the wreck of the OS 35 bulk carrier has shifted slightly from its position due to adverse weather conditions. This

April 7, 2023
Total Views: 38596

CMA CGM Orders 16 Large Containerships at  China State Shipbuilding -Reports
Shipbuilding

CMA CGM Orders 16 Large Containerships at China State Shipbuilding -Reports

French shipping giant CMA CGM has reportedly signed a shipbuilding order with China State Shipbuilding Corporation for 16 large containerships valued at over

April 7, 2023
Total Views: 5315

Cargo containers pile up at a marine terminal at the Port of Los Angeles.
Ports

US Container Imports Climbing But Will Stay Well-Below Pandemic Peaks

Import cargo volume at the nation’s busiest container ports should climb steadily through this summer, but will remain well-below the record-setting levels

April 7, 2023
Total Views: 2318

Commercial vessels including vessels which are part of Black Sea grain deal wait to pass the Bosphorus strait off the shores of Yenikapi in Istanbul. REUTERS/Umit Bektas
Shipping

Russia Warns West: We May Work Around Black Sea Grain Deal

By Guy Faulconbridge MOSCOW, April 7 (Reuters) – Russia warned the West on Friday that unless obstacles to its exports of grain and fertilizers

April 7, 2023
Total Views: 3819

Thursday, April 6, 2023
A jackup works to prepare the seabed for a cable that will connect the South Fork Wind offshore wind farm, 35 miles east of Montauk Point to the onshore electric grid. Photo courtesy South Fork Wind
Offshore

Biden Admin Green Lights Turbine Construction on South Fork Offshore Wind Project

The US Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has completed its review of critical design and installation

April 6, 2023
Total Views: 3511

Former Euronav VLCC Departs China on FSO Safer Oil Removal Mission
Shipping

Former Euronav VLCC Departs China on FSO Safer Oil Removal Mission

The former Euronav Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) that the UN purchased as part of a mission to prevent a catastrophic oil spill in Yemen’s Red Sea has

April 6, 2023
Total Views: 5765

A containership arrives at the Port of Rotterdam
Ports

Europol Reveals How Organized Crime Infiltrates Major European Ports

Joint analysis report reveals how criminal networks exploit misappropriated container reference codes to smuggle drugs and illegal goods into the EU. Europol

April 6, 2023
Total Views: 2052

Wednesday, April 5, 2023
First US-Built Offshore Wind SOV Taking Shape in Louisiana
Offshore

First US-Built Offshore Wind SOV Taking Shape in Louisiana

The first offshore wind service operations vessel (SOV) built in the United States is taking shape. The 262-foot long SOV, named ECO Edison, is being built by

April 5, 2023
Total Views: 13373

Davie Secures Official Role in Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy
Shipbuilding

Davie Secures Official Role in Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy

Davie Shipbuilding, Canada’s largest shipbuilder, has been named an official partner in the country’s National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), Davie

April 5, 2023
Total Views: 2426

Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Statue of Liberty overlooking Port of New York and New Jersey
Ports

Port of New York and New Jersey Regains Status as Busiest Container Port in US

The Port of New York and New Jersey has officially regained its status as the busiest container port in the United States. Despite a traditionally slow period

April 4, 2023
Total Views: 4650

Port Houston Sees Solid Volumes Despite Softening Demand
Ports

Port Houston Sees Solid Volumes Despite Softening Demand

Port Houston experienced solid February volumes compared to the same month last year, with a total of 313,452 TEUs handled during the month, marking a 15%

April 4, 2023
Total Views: 873

FILE PHOTO: Norwegian-born shipping tycoon John Fredriksen speaks in Oslo, Norway, June 1, 2017. REUTERS/Ints Kalnins/File Photo
Shipping

Fredriksen Becomes Euronav’s Largest Shareholder

Shipping magnate John Fredriksen has increased his stake in Belgian tanker company Euronav, making him the largest shareholder. According to a filing with the

April 4, 2023
Total Views: 1241

Washington State Ferry Captain Lost Situational Awareness Before Hard Landing, Investigation Reveals
Accidents

Washington State Ferry Captain Lost Situational Awareness Before Hard Landing, Investigation Reveals

The captain of a Washington State Ferry lost situational awareness before striking an offshore dolphin piling during its arrival at a terminal southwest

April 4, 2023
Total Views: 20644

Seadrill drillship on the horizon
Offshore

Seadrill Completes Aquadrill Acquisition, Creating Leading Offshore Drilling Company

Offshore drilling company Seadrill Limited has announced the successful all-stock acquisition of Aquadrill LLC. The acquisition, valued at $958 million,

April 4, 2023
Total Views: 1334