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.


Wednesday, February 7, 2024
NORFOLK (Sept. 21, 2019) Military Sealift Command large, medium-speed roll-on/roll-off (LMSR) vessel USNS Benavidez (T-AKR 306), departs Lamberts Point Shipyard alongside USNS Mendonca (T-AKR 303) for Turbo Activation 2019. U.S. Navy photo/Released
Defense

Congressman Makes Urgent Call for U.S. Sealift Capacity Expansion to Counter China

Republican Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI), the Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, is sounding the alarm on the United

February 7, 2024
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HMS Richmond is a Type 23 frigate of the Royal Navy. Photo courtesy UK Royal Navy
Defense

HMS Richmond Takes Over for HMS Diamond in Red Sea’s Operation Prosperity Guardian

As tensions in the Red Sea continue to escalate due to Houthi attacks on commercial vessels, the Royal Navy warship HMS Richmond is stepping in to replace HMS

February 7, 2024
Total Views: 3411

Carib Trader II precasualty. (Source: Gordon Dalzell, shipspotting.com via NTSB)
Accidents

NTSB Investigation Reveals Probable Cause of ‘Carib Trader II’ Sinking

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued its investigation report into the sinking of the Carib Trader II during a dead ship tow from the

February 7, 2024
Total Views: 11720

Turkish-flagged bulker TQ Samsun, carrying grain under UN's Black Sea Grain Initiative, is pictured in the Black Sea, north of Bosphorus Strait, off Istanbul,
Shipping

Marine Insurers Continue to Support Red Sea and Black Sea Trade Despite Challenges

The International Union of Marine Insurance (IUMI) confirmed in its annual winter meeting that the global marine insurance market continues to support trade in

February 7, 2024
Total Views: 1120

Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Austal USA shipyard
Uncategorized

Austal USA Kicks Off Major Shipyard Expansion

Austal USA has kicked off plans to construct a new manufacturing facility, marking a significant expansion of its shipyard capacity in Mobile, Alabama in

February 6, 2024
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Pilot boat and cargo vessel at sea. Pilot embarkation. Pilotage.
Shipping

Turkish Ship Pilot Dies in Boarding Accident

A Turkish ship pilot has died after falling into the water during a pilot transfer operation at the Bosphorus Strait. The accident took place Sunday morning

February 6, 2024
Total Views: 5137

Photo: Ivan Cholakov / Shutterstock.com
Cruise Ships

Carnival Corporation Reports Progress Towards Emissions Reduction Targets

Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s leading cruise company, reports progress towards its near-term emissions reduction goals. The company says it

February 6, 2024
Total Views: 1296

The Ocean GreatWhite semi-submersible drilling rig
Offshore

Diamond Offshore Semi-Submersible ‘Ocean GreatWhite’ Loses Lower Marine Riser Package

Offshore drilling contractor Diamond Offshore Drilling has confirmed an equipment failure involving its semi-submersible rig Ocean GreatWhite in the UK. The

February 6, 2024
Total Views: 7317

Monday, February 5, 2024
File photo provided by SIU Canada
Shipping

Union Survey Reveals Alarming Level of Harassment on Canadian Ships

The Seafarers’ International Union of Canada (SIU) recently revealed alarming statistics showing nearly half of all seafarers working in the Canadian

February 5, 2024
Total Views: 2986

ARC Honor reflagging in Incheon, South Korea
Shipping

ARC Reflags Ro-Ro to U.S. Registry

American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier Group Inc. (ARC) has expanded its fleet with the addition of its ninth U.S.-flagged roll-on roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessel, the M/V

February 5, 2024
Total Views: 4032

Houthi military helicopter flies over the Galaxy Leader cargo ship in the Red Sea in this photo released November 20, 2023. Houthi Military Media/Handout via REUTERS
Shipping

Shipping Industry Issues Revised Guidance for Navigating Southern Red Sea

A group of prominent shipping associations have released revised security guidance for navigating the Southern Red Sea and Gulf of Aden in response to a series

February 5, 2024
Total Views: 5159

Illustration of the Dietrich Oldendorff with three rotor sails installed.
Uncategorized

Oldendorff Turns to Norsepower Rotor Sails to Reduce Emissions

Oldendorff and Norsepower have announced an agreement to install three Norsepower Rotor Sails™ on board a modern bulk carrier to reduce its emissions. The

February 5, 2024
Total Views: 993

Ammonia study graphic
Environment

Ammonia Marine Fuel Switch May Cause New Environmental Issues, Warns Study

A recent study from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden warns that switching to ammonia as a marine fuel in the quest for decarbonisation could lead to

February 5, 2024
Total Views: 3121

Friday, February 2, 2024
The Marlin Luanda pictured January 27, 2024, in the Gulf of Aden. Photo courtesy Indian Navy
Shipping

Ambrey Warns of Escalating Maritime Security Threats in Middle East

The maritime security situation continues to escalate in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea, Gulf of Oman, and the Indian Ocean, with threats growing

February 2, 2024
Total Views: 3180

File photo of an oil tanker at sea
Shipping

U.S. Unseals Terrorism and Sanctions-Evasion Charges, Seizures Linked to Iran’s Illicit Oil Trade

The U.S. Department of Justice has unsealed three federal cases targeting the illicit trafficking of Iranian oil to help fund Iran’s Islamic

February 2, 2024
Total Views: 1650

An inland tug and barges moves along a river under a bridge
Shipping

Ingram Barge Company Forms New Infrastructure Subsidiary

Leading U.S. inland waterways carrier Ingram Barge Company has announced the creation of Ingram Infrastructure Group, a new subsidiary that will focus on

February 2, 2024
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port of los angeles and long beach
Shipping

U.S. Container Ports Preparing for Cargo Surge Due to Red Sea Disruption

U.S. ports, particularly on the West Coast, could see a surge in cargo volumes in the coming weeks as shippers re-route cargo to avoid Red Sea disruption from

February 2, 2024
Total Views: 12806

Thursday, February 1, 2024
Houthi stand on beach after ship attack
Shipping

U.S. Defense Details Latest Houthi Attacks on Shipping

The U.S. Department of Defense has provided new details on a busy 24 hours defending against Houthi attacks on shipping by Iranian-backed Houthi terrorist

February 1, 2024
Total Views: 4715

Aerial view of tanker ship at sea. Stock Photo: Shutterstock/bob63
Shipping

Red Sea Shipping Impacts to Be Felt This Summer, Says Breakwave Advisors’ Kartsonas

Supply chain’s departure from “just-in-time” logistics since the COVID-19 is helping to limit short-term impacts from Red Sea shipping

February 1, 2024
Total Views: 2272

X-Press Feeders' first dual-fuel ship, Eco Maestro. Photo courtesy X-Press Feeders
Environment

Evergreen and X-Press Feeders Join Forces to Launch Green Shipping Routes in Europe

Evergreen Marine Corporation, one of the world’s largest container shipping companies, has signed a memorandum of agreement with X-Press Feeders to place

February 1, 2024
Total Views: 1874