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.


Friday, November 17, 2023
A Main Pass Oil Gathering Company, LLC helicopter aircrew spotted crude oil during an overflight near Main Pass, Louisiana, November 16, 2023. Photo courtesy Main Pass Oil Gathering Company, LLC
Offshore

Crude Oil Release in the Gulf of Mexico Prompts Unified Command Response

Update: Massive Oil Leak Near New Orleans: Over 1 Million Gallons Potentially Released A Unified Command is responding to a crude oil release in the Gulf of

November 17, 2023
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Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro aboard ship
Defense

Navy Secretary Del Toro Launches Government Shipbuilders Council

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro held the inaugural meeting of the Government Shipbuilders Council (GSC) at the Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore on Thursday.

November 17, 2023
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Thursday, November 16, 2023
USS Gabrielle Giffords (LCS 10) rolls out of Austal USA's facility, February 25, 2015. Photo: Austal USA
Defense

Austal Teams Up with Harland & Wolff to Pursue UK Shipbuilding Work

Australian shipbuilder Austal has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Harland & Wolff Group to pursue shipbuilding opportunities in the

November 16, 2023
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File photo of the Carnival Glory at sea
Cruise Ships

Coast Guard Suspends Searches for Two Individuals Lost from Cruise Ships

The U.S. Coast Guard has announced the suspension of separate search operations for two individuals who went overboard from different cruise ships. The first

November 16, 2023
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Port of Rotterdam. Sotkc Photo: Ali A Suliman / Shutterstock.com
Shipping

EU Tightens the Net on Shipping-Related Environmental Crimes

EU negotiators have reached a provisional agreement on updating environmental crimes and sanctions rules related to shipping and other activities to enhance

November 16, 2023
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lng ship
Shipping

GasLog Signs $2.8 Billion Sustainability-Linked Credit Facility

Piraeus-based GasLog (NYSE: GLOP), a leading international owner, operator, and manager of LNG carriers, has signed a new sustainability-linked credit facility

November 16, 2023
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USS Thomas Hudner (DDG-116) steamed in the U.S. Fifth Fleet area of operations in the Arabian Sea to ensure maritime stability and security in the region, 24 April 2021. U.S. Navy photo
Defense

US Navy Destroyer Defends Itself Against Drone in Red Sea

A U.S. Navy warship successfully shot down a drone that was launched towards it from Yemen, according to the U.S. Central Command. The incident occurred on

November 16, 2023
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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Felicity Ace seen burning in the Atlantic Ocean off the Azores Islands. Picture was released Friday, February 18, 2022 by the Portuguese Navy. Photo courtesy Portuguese Navy
Shipping

MOL Installing AI-Based Fire Detection Systems on Newbuild Car Carriers

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has revealed its plans to enhance fire detection capabilities in its newbuild LNG-fueled car carriers by installing cameras and an

November 15, 2023
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Rem Offshore's subsea vessel Rem Inspector. Photo courtesy Rem Offshore
Offshore

Rem Offshore Secures New Contracts Worth $140 Million, Doubling Backlog

Norway-based Rem Offshore (OSE: REM) has announced new long-term contracts worth US $140 million (NOK 1.5 billion), doubling the offshore vessel

November 15, 2023
Total Views: 1094

Jane McAllister works a LNG-fueled ZIM containership
Shipping

ZIM Navigates Downturn as Impairment Loss Sinks Earnings

Israeli container shipping line ZIM announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2023, reporting a $2.2 billion loss driven by a massive $2 billion

November 15, 2023
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The M/V Wan Hai 362 departs the Port of Long Beach, California. Picture taken in September 2023. Photo courtesy Port of Long Beach
Shipping

Trade Growth Continues at Port of Long Beach

Cargo moving through the Port of Long Beach saw a significant increase in October, marking the second consecutive month of year-over-year growth. The port

November 15, 2023
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A diver inspects the propeller of the M/V Berge Torre in Turkey.
Shipping

Cocaine Found Tied to Anchor on Berge Bulk Ship in Turkey

Turkish authorities have seized nearly 52 kilograms of cocaine that was found wrapped in plastic and tied to the chain of a ship’s anchor. The operation

November 15, 2023
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Wärtsilä Launches First Ammonia-Fueled 4-Stroke Ship Engine
Shipping

Wärtsilä Launches First Ammonia-Fueled 4-Stroke Ship Engine

Wärtsilä has unveiled the marine sector’s first commercially available 4-stroke engine-based solution for ammonia fuel. The Finnish technology group

November 15, 2023
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Press Releases

Isle of Man Ship Registry appoints business development manager for northern Europe and Scandinavia

The Isle of Man Ship Registry (IOMSR) is expanding its presence in northern Europe with the appointment of a business development manager to focus on the

November 15, 2023
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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
daewoo shipbuilding
Shipbuilding

Hanwha Ocean Bags Order for World’s Largest Ammonia Carriers

South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean has secured a $498 million order for four very large ammonia carriers (VLAC) from Greece-based LPG shipping company

November 14, 2023
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LNG carrier in open sea during daytime
Shipping

North America’s LNG Export Capacity Expected to Double by 2027

North America’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity is set to more than double by the end of 2027 with the addition of new LNG export terminals

November 14, 2023
Total Views: 1780

B+H Shipping's Michael Hudner on the cover of Tradewinds.
Shipping

Watch: Life Lessons from Viral ‘Billionaire Shipowner’ Michael Hudner

This is a fascinating interview with an interesting backstory of how it came to be. A few months ago Youtuber Noah Kagan was out on the streets of New

November 14, 2023
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A shore crane works a ship at the Port of Charleston
Ports

South Carolina Ports Reports Strong October Performance

South Carolina Ports (SC Ports) announced impressive performance for the month of October, with container volumes showing signs of recovery and even reaching

November 14, 2023
Total Views: 1190

File photo of the Carnival Glory at sea
Cruise Ships

Coast Guard Searching for Missing Passenger from Carnival Glory

The U.S. Coast Guard is currently conducting a search for a 28-year-old man who is unaccounted for from the Carnival Glory cruise ship. The man has been

November 14, 2023
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The Prosperity FPSO at Payara, Guyana’s third offshore oil development on the Stabroek Block. Photo courtesy ExxonMobil
Offshore

ExxonMobil Begins Production at Guyana’s Third Offshore Oil Project

ExxonMobil has announced the start of production at Payara, the third offshore oil development on Guyana’s Stabroek Block, bringing total production

November 14, 2023
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