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, December 28, 2022
FILE PHOTO: Shipping containers are seen at the container terminal of the port of Oakland, California, U.S., October 28, 2021. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo
Ports

Congestion Eases as Container Volumes Fall at Port of Oakland

The Port of Oakland reports that congestion has eased thanks to a big drop in November container volumes. Total loaded container volumes at the Port of Oakland

December 28, 2022
Total Views: 585

Port of Long Beach Ending COVID-19 Vaccination Program for Seafarers
Ports

Port of Long Beach Ending COVID-19 Vaccination Program for Seafarers

The Port of Long Beach said it is ending its COVID-19 vaccination program for seafarers working on ships calling in the San Pedro Bay after providing nearly

December 28, 2022
Total Views: 644

Containership Towed to Safety in English Channel
Accidents

Containership Towed to Safety in English Channel

The Liberian-flagged containership HSL Nike has been towed to safety after losing power in the English Channel. French authorities report the ship was en route

December 28, 2022
Total Views: 2603

Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Ports

Container Dwell Times Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels at Los Angeles and Long Beach Ports

Dwell times for local containers at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have returned to pre-pandemic levels, reflecting improving congestion conditions

December 27, 2022
Total Views: 1831

WATCH: Passing Ship Sends Ice Wake at Skaters
Video

WATCH: Passing Ship Sends Ice Wake at Skaters

I don’t know about you but this video gives me the heebie jeebies. As you can tell from the title, a group of ice skaters are, well, skating when

December 27, 2022
Total Views: 9908

Defense

USCGC Polar Star Heads to Antarctica on Icebreaking Mission

The U.S. Coast Guard’s heavy icebreaker USCGC Polar Star (WAGB 10) has begun its journey across the Southern Ocean to Antarctica for its annual resupply

December 27, 2022
Total Views: 2468

Ports

Port of New York and New Jersey Holds Lead as Busiest U.S. Port in November

The Port of New and New Jersey ranked as the busiest port in the United States for a fourth month in a row in November. The port reported handling

December 27, 2022
Total Views: 824

cargo ships loading at port of oakland
Shipping

ONE to Acquire Three U.S. West Coast Container Terminals

Japanese shipping company Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced an agreement to acquire controlling stakes in three U.S. West Coast container terminals.

December 27, 2022
Total Views: 10776

Friday, December 23, 2022
Ports

Port of Long Beach Receives Credit Ratings Upgrade Amid Downturn

The Port of Long Beach has received upgraded ratings from Standard & Poor’s, one of the nation’s leading credit-rating agencies, in recognition of the

December 23, 2022
Total Views: 1275

duck boat tragedy
Accidents

Defense Spending Bill Includes ‘Duck Boat’ Safety Improvements

National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy welcomed much-needed maritime safety improvements included as provisions in the $858 billion annual

December 23, 2022
Total Views: 2230

Shipping

EEXI and CII: Everything You Need to Know About Shipping’s New Carbon Measurement and Rating System

Starting on January 1st, all ships will be required to calculate their carbon intensity to help measure and report on their environmental efficiency. Known as

December 23, 2022
Total Views: 3705

Offshore

Seadrill Acquires Aquadrill in All-Stock Deal

Offshore drilling contractor Seadrill (NYSE and OSE: SDRL) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based Aquadrill in an all-stock transaction.

December 23, 2022
Total Views: 817

Thursday, December 22, 2022
Offshore

Record-Setting Pioneering Spirit Wins Installation Work

Swiss offshore engineering company Allseas has been awarded an offshore installation contract for its one-of-a-kind heavy lift vessel Pioneering Spirit. The

December 22, 2022
Total Views: 6010

msc gayane
Video

Bloomberg Video: How Drug Smugglers Infiltrated a Global Shipping Giant

Bloomberg is out with a new video today following up on a controversial article published last week on how cocaine-smuggling gangs infiltrated the

December 22, 2022
Total Views: 3672

Shipping

gCaptain’s TOP 10 Most-Viewed Stories of 2022

What a crazy year it’s been! By the end of 2022, gCaptain.com will have racked up more than 32 million pageviews. As you can see from the list below,

December 22, 2022
Total Views: 2125

Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Shipping

MOL Signs Charter Contract for Newbuild LNG Carrier with India’s GAIL

Japanese shipping company and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and India’s largest gas supplier GAIL have signed a time charter contract for a second newbuild LNG

December 21, 2022
Total Views: 1434

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
Total Views: 4899

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: 2059

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: 1114

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: 1279