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.


Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Salvage Continues for Grounded Fishing Vessel on Santa Cruz Island
Accidents

Salvage Continues for Grounded Fishing Vessel on Santa Cruz Island

Salvage crews are making progress on the salvage of the grounded fishing vessel Speranza Marie on Southern California’s Santa Cruz Island—the largest

December 21, 2022
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A containership at the Port of Long Beach
Ports

U.S. Imports Decline Accelerates in November, Led By ‘Staggering’ Drop for West Coast Ports -Report

Imports through the top ten container ports in the U.S. marked the largest overall monthly decline since the financial crisis and likely the largest single

December 21, 2022
Total Views: 2057

Wind turbines off of Block Island
Shipping

Proposed Offshore Wind Project Off Massachusetts Moves Forward

The federal agency responsible for managing United States’ offshore energy resources has issued its draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) providing

December 21, 2022
Total Views: 1108

Stock image of an MSC containership
Shipping

MSC Completes Bolloré Africa Acquisition

Swiss-based MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, the world’s largest container shipping company, has completed its acquisition of the African logistic

December 21, 2022
Total Views: 1259

Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Illustration of the Northern Lights liquefied co2 transport ship
Shipping

“K” Line Secures Long-Term Charter Contracts with Northern Lights Carbon Capture Project

Japanese shipping company “K” LINE has announced long-term charter contracts for two liquefied CO2 vessels to support the world’s first

December 20, 2022
Total Views: 1479

Great Lakes Dredge and Dock's new hopper dredge Galveston Island launched at Conrad Shipyards. Photo: Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
Shipping

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Gives Profit Warning

The largest provider of dredging services in the Unite States lowered expectations for earnings in the fourth quarter due primarily to external factors such as

December 20, 2022
Total Views: 1407

Newbuild Heavy Lift Vessels Will Be Fitted with Methanol Engines
Environment

Newbuild Heavy Lift Vessels Will Be Fitted with Methanol Engines

Methanol is emerging as a promising alternative fuel that could help shipping meet its increasingly stringent emissions targets. When produced from non-fossil

December 20, 2022
Total Views: 2370

Monday, December 19, 2022
Port Houston container terminal aerial
Ports

Port Houston Posts Another Container Gain in November

If U.S. imports are slowing, Port Houston has yet to get the memo. The U.S. Gulf Coast’s busiest port reported an 11% jump in container volumes in

December 19, 2022
Total Views: 1350

Eneti offshore wind turbine installation vessel
Offshore

Eneti Lands First Contract for Newbuild Wind Turbine Installation Vessel

Offshore wind-focused Eneti (NYSE: NETI) has announced an initial contract award for its first newbuild Wind Turbine Installation Vessel (WTIV) under

December 19, 2022
Total Views: 1031

keppel shipyard
Offshore

Keppel Settles Long-Standing Bribery Case in Brazil

Singapore-based shipbuilder Keppel Offshore & Marine has reached a settlement agreement with Brazilian authorities in connection to a long-running bribery

December 19, 2022
Total Views: 1001

MSC Gayane
Shipping

MSC Says Bloomberg Article on MSC Gayane Drug Bust Rehashes Old News

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, the world’s largest container shipping company, has issued a statement in response to a recent Bloomberg article that

December 19, 2022
Total Views: 3227

oil tanker at anchor
Shipping

Shipbroker Braemar Reveals Americas Expansion with Southport Maritime Acquisition

International shipbroker Braemar Plc has announced the acquisition of US-based Southport Maritime as part of its strategic goal of expanding its coverage in

December 19, 2022
Total Views: 1016

Noble Regina Allen
Offshore

Noble Jack-Up Rig Evacuated Off Trinidad and Tobago

A Noble Corporation jack-up rig was evacuated off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago last week due to a mechanical issue involving one of its legs, the company

December 19, 2022
Total Views: 3545

Friday, December 16, 2022
Cargo containers pile up at a marine terminal at the Port of Los Angeles.
Ports

Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to End Container Dwell Fee They Never Implemented

The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have announced plans to end the Container Dwell Fee that they never technically implemented, marking the latest sign

December 16, 2022
Total Views: 2104

MEPC 79: Welcomed Progress on IMO’s GHG Strategy, But More Clarity Needed
Environment

MEPC 79: Welcomed Progress on IMO’s GHG Strategy, But More Clarity Needed

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) on Friday concluded its latest Marine Environment Protection Committee meeting, known as MEPC 79. Part of the IMO

December 16, 2022
Total Views: 863

APL England Cargo Loss Report: Ship’s Fittings Found in Poor Condition
Accidents

APL England Cargo Loss Report: Ship’s Fittings Found in Poor Condition

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has issued its final report into the loss of containers from the APL England off Sydney, finding that the

December 16, 2022
Total Views: 16140

Fishing Vessel Grounds on Southern California’s Santa Cruz Island
Accidents

Fishing Vessel Grounds on Southern California’s Santa Cruz Island

A 60-foot fishing vessel carrying roughly 1,000 gallons of diesel ran aground on Santa Cruz Island of the coast of Southern California on Thursday morning,

December 16, 2022
Total Views: 3351

File photo of an oil tanker at sea
Shipping

Most Shipping Banks Fall Short of IMO’s Climate Ambition -Report

Out of the more than two dozen international banks that have reported emissions data of their ship finance portfolios, only seven are aligned with the

December 16, 2022
Total Views: 500

Thursday, December 15, 2022
Proman Stena Bulk’s Fourth Methanol-Fueled Tanker Delivered
Shipping

Proman Stena Bulk’s Fourth Methanol-Fueled Tanker Delivered

Proman Stena Bulk has successfully taken delivery of its fourth methanol-fueled tanker, Stena Prosperous, paving the way for methanol’s uptake as a

December 15, 2022
Total Views: 1467

FMC Initiates Probe into Shipping Lines’ Compliance with Anti-Retaliation Laws
Shipping

FMC Initiates Probe into Shipping Lines’ Compliance with Anti-Retaliation Laws

The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission, the independent government agency responsible for overseeing competition in the international ocean shipping supply

December 15, 2022
Total Views: 812