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.


Thursday, June 8, 2023
New Legislation Seeks to Combat Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Shipping
Shipping

New Legislation Seeks to Combat Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Shipping

To mark World Ocean Day, U.S. Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42), alongside Senator Alex Padilla (D-California), have introduced new legislation to help curb

June 8, 2023
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OSG Tankers Involved in Back-to-Back Rescues at Sea
Shipping

OSG Tankers Involved in Back-to-Back Rescues at Sea

The crews of two Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG) tankers came to the aid of six individuals in two separate at-sea rescues taking place within just 18 hours

June 8, 2023
Total Views: 3475

El Niño Has Officially Arrived
Shipping

El Niño Has Officially Arrived

Scientists at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center have confirmed the arrival of the anticipated El Niño. El Niño is a naturally occurring weather phenomenon

June 8, 2023
Total Views: 8872

New Collaboration Focusing on Hull Design to Maximize Wind-Assisted Propulsion
Shipping

New Collaboration Focusing on Hull Design to Maximize Wind-Assisted Propulsion

Naval architects, Deltamarin, and marine engineering consultancy, BAR Technologies, have joined forces once again to revolutionize wind propulsion in the

June 8, 2023
Total Views: 2095

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
Shipping

Retailers: Falling U.S. Container Imports at Odds with Consumer Spending Growth

Despite a rise in consumer spending, U.S. container imports are expected to be 22% lower in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period last year,

June 8, 2023
Total Views: 1375

Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Smoke Closes Container Terminals at U.S. East Coast’s Busiest Port
Ports

Smoke Closes Container Terminals at U.S. East Coast’s Busiest Port

Update: All marine terminals were open and operating normally on Thursday as officials continue to monitor air quality. Container terminals at the Port of New

June 7, 2023
Total Views: 6430

Containership berthed at the Port of Los Angeles.Photo courtesy Port of Los Angeles.
Ports

U.S. Container Imports Continue to Track at 2019 Levels

Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq: DSGX) (TSX:DSG) has published its latest June Global Shipping Report, highlighting the ongoing trends in U.S. container

June 7, 2023
Total Views: 2050

Hurtigruten Reveals Plans for Zero-Emission Cruise Ship
Shipping

Hurtigruten Reveals Plans for Zero-Emission Cruise Ship

Norwegian cruise operator Hurtigruten has announced new details on its ambitious plans for a zero-emission cruise ship intended to operate along the rugged

June 7, 2023
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Fire Breaks Out on MSC Containership in UAE
Accidents

Fire Breaks Out on MSC Containership in UAE

A MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company containership has caught fire at an anchorage in the UAE. The UAE’s National Search and Rescue Center said it

June 7, 2023
Total Views: 10589

Rendering of the M/S NoGAPS ammonia-powered gas carrier. Image courtesy Breeze Ship Design.
Shipping

DNV Grants Approval in Principle to Ammonia-Powered Gas Carrier Design

DNV, a leading classification society, has awarded an Approval in Principle (AiP) for the design of an ammonia-powered gas carrier called the M/S NoGAPS. This

June 7, 2023
Total Views: 1018

ship navigation bridge
Shipping

Ship Officer Shortage Worsening, Drewry Says

The global shipping industry’s severe shortage of ship officers has reached its worst on record and shows signs of abating, according to Drewry’s

June 7, 2023
Total Views: 7100

Australia Continues to Crackdown on Unsafe Ships
Shipping

Australia Continues to Crackdown on Unsafe Ships

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has taken further action against ship operators failing to meet safety standards by imposing a 90-day ban on

June 7, 2023
Total Views: 2530

Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Distracted Watch Officers Led to Collision, NTSB Finds
Accidents

Distracted Watch Officers Led to Collision, NTSB Finds

A National Transportation Safety Board investigation has revealed that the bridge watch officers on a bulk carrier and an offshore supply vessel failed to

June 6, 2023
Total Views: 17624

Aircraft Carrier Underway Replenishment with oiler
Shipping

USTRANSCOM Takes on New Role as DOD’s Sole Fuel Supply Manager

The U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) has officially taken on a new role as the sole manager for the management and delivery of all bulk fuel supplies

June 6, 2023
Total Views: 3310

panama canal tonnage record
Shipping

Drought-Stricken Panama Canal Prepares for El Niño Impacts

The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) is closely monitoring the development of climatic events that could impact water availability in the region and shipping

June 6, 2023
Total Views: 5178

Monday, June 5, 2023
Nor-Shipping 2023 Kicks Off in Norway
Shipping

Nor-Shipping 2023 Kicks Off in Norway

One of the maritime industry’s most highly-anticipated trade shows, Nor-Shipping 2023, officially kicked off Monday with a series of high-profile events

June 5, 2023
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Marco Polo Container-ship lighthouse
Environment

American Voters Support Government Action on Ship Pollution, New Poll Shows

With global shipping accounting for approximately 3% of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide, the public eye is increasingly turning on the industry to clean up

June 5, 2023
Total Views: 1014

ONE Takes Delivery of First 24,000 TEU Containership
Shipbuilding

ONE Takes Delivery of First 24,000 TEU Containership

Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced the successful delivery of their first-ever 24,000-TEU class “Megamax” vessel. The vessel, named ONE

June 5, 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

Retailers Call on Biden Administration to Intervene in Strained West Coast Port Labor Talks

The National Retail Federation, the world’s largest retail trade association, released a statement on Monday urging the Biden Administration to intervene

June 5, 2023
Total Views: 1268

WinGD and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Team Up on Ammonia-Fueled Vessels
Shipping

WinGD and Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Team Up on Ammonia-Fueled Vessels

Swiss marine power company WinGD and Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Shipbuilding have signed a memorandum of understanding for a partnership on ammonia-fueled

June 5, 2023
Total Views: 941