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.


Monday, September 11, 2023
A screengrab of video posted online showing the altercation between a passenger and ferry crew members before the passenger falls into the water.
Shipping

Greek Shipping Minister Resigns Over Comments on ‘Blue Horizon’ Ferry Death

Greece’s shipping minister, Miltiadis Varvitsiotis, has resigned following a controversy over his comments about the death of a 36-year-old man who fell

September 11, 2023
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The Empire Wind 1 and 2 and Beacon Wind 1 projects located off New York State. Illustration: Equinor
Offshore

BOEM Completes Environmental Review of Offshore Wind Project Off New York

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has completed its environmental review of the proposed Empire Wind offshore wind projects off New York, which BOEM

September 11, 2023
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The Coast Guard oversees the removal of Stretch Duck 7 from Table Rock Lake in Branson, Missouri, July 23, 2018. U.S. Coast Guard Photo
Accidents

USCG Issues Interim Rule to Enhance Duck Boat Safety

The U.S. Coast Guard has issued an interim rule as the first step to implementing the statutorily mandated safety requirements for DUKW amphibious passenger

September 11, 2023
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The shipping ports of Los Angeles (top left) and Long Beach are seen from the window of a commercial aircraft over Long Beach, California, U.S. March 13, 2023. REUTERS/Chris Helgren
Ports

West Coast Container Ports Regain Some Market Share with Labor Situation Resolved

U.S. container import volumes increased slightly in August compared to the previous month, consistent pre-pandemic peak-season patterns, according to Descartes

September 11, 2023
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Friday, September 8, 2023
A worker on a container crane at the Port of Los Angeles
Shipping

NRF: U.S. Container Imports Show Retailers’ Optimism for Holiday Season

Import cargo volume at major US container ports is expected to reach 2 million TEUs in September and October, signaling retailers’ optimism for the

September 8, 2023
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The towing vessel Karen Koby and crane barge Ambition are pictured before the capsizing and sinking. Source: LA Carriers and Rigid Constructors via NTSB
Accidents

NTSB: Lack of Hull Inspection and Maintenance Caused Crane Barge to Capsize and Sink

The National Transportation Safety Board has determined that the capsizing and sinking of the crane barge Ambition in the Gulf of Mexico was caused by the

September 8, 2023
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Maersk's methanol-fueled feeder ship bunkers green methanol fuel in Singapore. Photo courtesy Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore (MPA)
Shipping

Equinor to Supply Green Methanol for Maersk’s First Methanol-Powered Containership

A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) and Norwegian energy major Equinor have signed an agreement on the supply of green methanol for Maersk’s

September 8, 2023
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tanker at sea
Shipping

U.S. Disrupts Multimillion-Dollar Shipment of Iranian Crude and Seizes Cargo

The U.S. Justice Department has disrupted a multimillion-dollar shipment of crude oil by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a designated foreign

September 8, 2023
Total Views: 18570

The first-in-class National Security Multi-Mission Vessel, NSMV 1, aka Empire State VII, is floated out of dry dock at Philly Shipyard. Photo: courtesy of RADM Alfultis
Shipbuilding

Philly Shipyard Delivers First National Training Ship to MARAD

Philly Shipyard has delivered the first of five new federal training ships for America’s state maritime academies as part of the U.S. Department of

September 8, 2023
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Thursday, September 7, 2023
Image of Hurricane Lee courtesy Suomi NPP satellite
Marine Weather

Lee Rapidly Intensifies into Major Category 5 Hurricane

Update: Hurricane Lee is now category 5 with sustained winds of 155 mph. Get the latest on Lee at Hurricanes.gov. Hurricane Lee has rapidly intensified into a

September 7, 2023
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An illustration of the Rio Grande LNG’s 984-acre facility courtesy Port of Brownsville/NextDecade
Shipping

Four Tugs Ordered to Serve Massive Rio Grande LNG Export Facility in South Texas

Gulf LNG Tugs has signed construction contracts with Master Boat Builders and Sterling Shipyard for each to construct two tugs to serve the Rio Grande LNG

September 7, 2023
Total Views: 3950

NOAA Ship Rainier underway. Photo courtesy NOAA
Accidents

NOAA Survey Ship Suffers Fire in South Pacific

A survey ship with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration suffered a fire on board during operations off American Samoa on Tuesday. The fire has

September 7, 2023
Total Views: 5074

Aerial view of containerships at the port of Southampton
Shipping

Shipping Industry Faces Challenge of Securing Green Fuel Supply, DNV Says

The shipping industry will struggle to secure enough supply of carbon-neutral fuels to meet the new 2030 maritime emission targets, and therefore must consider

September 7, 2023
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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
world's largest LNG carrier receives second class approval
Shipping

World’s Largest LNG Carrier Design Earns Second Class Approval in Principle

CSSC Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding has received a second approval in principle for its design for the world’s largest LNG carrier with a carrying capacity

September 6, 2023
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Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen at Davos
Shipping

Petersen Returns as Flexport’s CEO as Clark Resigns

Flexport founder Ryan Petersen will retake the reigns of the privately-held San Francisco-based supply chain management and logistics company following the

September 6, 2023
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Maersk's first methanol-enabled container vessel is pictured in this handout image obtained by Reuters on August 16, 2023. Maersk/Handout via REUTERS
Shipping

Amazon and Maersk Reach Green Biofuel Shipping Pact

Retail giant Amazon and Maersk have agreed to transport 20,000 forty-foot equivalent containers (FFE) using green biofuel through Maersk’s “ECO

September 6, 2023
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Sailors spell out "E=MC2" on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ship's commissioning, Feb. 17, 2011. U.S. Navy Photo
Defense

U.S. Navy Selects Commercial Option for Dismantling the Former USS Enterprise

The U.S. Navy has selected the Commercial Dismantlement option to dispose of the decommissioned USS Enterprise, including its defueled reactor plants, and

September 6, 2023
Total Views: 7770

A Staten Island Ferry passes the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor
Shipping

Staten Island Ferry Officers Secure New Contract After 13-Year Stalemate

After 13 years of negotiations, the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association and the City of New York have finalized an agreement on a new contract for

September 6, 2023
Total Views: 2051

Tuesday, September 5, 2023
An illustration of Neptune Lines' next-generation dual fuel car carrier design
Shipping

Neptune Lines Orders Dual-Fuel Car Carriers for Delivery in 2026

Greek car carrier specialist Neptune Lines has ordered two next-generation pure car and truck carriers (PCTCs), designed for short sea trades, from Fujian

September 5, 2023
Total Views: 1595

The MSC Flaminia containership on fire in the mid-Atlantic in 2012.
Accidents

UK Court Upholds Decision Against MSC Stemming from 2012 MSC Flaminia Fire

A UK Court of Appeals has upheld a judge’s decision on a case stemming from the 2012 fire on board the MSC Flaminia containership, in which Mediterranean

September 5, 2023
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