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.


Monday, October 25, 2021
A wind turbine Dominion Energy’s two turbine Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) pilot project. Photo: Dominion Energy
Offshore

Siemens Gamesa to Construct First US Offshore Wind Turbine Blade Facility in Virginia

Spain-based wind turbine manufacturer Siemens Gamesa will open the United States’ first offshore wind turbine blade facility at the Portsmouth Marine

October 25, 2021
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Saturday, October 23, 2021
ZIM Kingston On Fire Off Victoria, BC After Losing Containers in Heavy Seas
Accidents

ZIM Kingston On Fire Off Victoria, BC After Losing Containers in Heavy Seas

Update: 16 people have been evacuated from ZIM Kingston and the situation remains “dynamic,” the Canadian Coast Guard said in a late night update

October 23, 2021
Total Views: 22690

Friday, October 22, 2021
California Governor Signs Executive Order to Help Tackle Supply Chain Issues
Ports

California Governor Signs Executive Order to Help Tackle Supply Chain Issues

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order Thursday directing state agencies to identify additional ways to alleviate congestion at California

October 22, 2021
Total Views: 2792

Tug Completes 1,000 Nautical Mile Autonomous Voyage Around Denmark
Shipping

Tug Completes 1,000 Nautical Mile Autonomous Voyage Around Denmark

Boston-based Sea Machines Robotics announced today that it has completed the world’s first 1,000+ nautical miles autonomous and remotely commanded journey of

October 22, 2021
Total Views: 2238

IMO greenhouse gas emissions
Environment

International Chamber of Shipping Reports Progress on Carbon Pricing at IMO Working Group

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has welcomed calls from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for impact assessments to be submitted

October 22, 2021
Total Views: 588

Maersk Drillship Going for New Water Depth World Record Off Angola
Offshore

Maersk Drillship Going for New Water Depth World Record Off Angola

A Maersk drillship is going for a new drilling water depth world record in Angola. The drillship, Maersk Voyager, was awarded a contract extension this month

October 22, 2021
Total Views: 5941

US-Flagged Bulk Carrier Briefly Grounds in Michigan
Accidents

US-Flagged Bulk Carrier Briefly Grounds in Michigan

The U.S.-flagged bulk MV Calumet ran aground in Michigan’s Saginaw River on Thursday night after high winds pushed the ship off course and set the stern

October 22, 2021
Total Views: 2896

Thursday, October 21, 2021
zim containership
Shipping

Asset Light ZIM Acquires Seven Secondhand Containerships

Israeli shipping line ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (NYSE: ZIM) confirmed today the purchase of seven secondhand containerships this month for a total price

October 21, 2021
Total Views: 2674

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

New USTRANSCOM Commander is ‘Laser-Focused’ on Buying Secondhand Ships to Boost Military’s Surge Sealift

In her first major speech since taking over as commander of the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) this month, Air Force Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost

October 21, 2021
Total Views: 2764

Congested Port of Savannah Just Had Its Busiest September On Record
Shipping

Congested Port of Savannah Just Had Its Busiest September On Record

Georgia’s Port of Savannah just had its busiest September on record as it works to alleviate congestion that has led to the largest backlog of ships on

October 21, 2021
Total Views: 3313

Viking Presence in North America Dated to AD 1021, Centuries Before Columbus
Shipping

Viking Presence in North America Dated to AD 1021, Centuries Before Columbus

In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue – more than 470 years after the Vikings, according to new science. Research published this week in the scientific

October 21, 2021
Total Views: 3794

port of los angeles
Ports

Port of Los Angeles Reports Busiest September on Record

The Port of Los Angeles, the busiest container port in the United States, reported its busiest September on record last month as supply chain disruptions

October 21, 2021
Total Views: 880

Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Wärtsilä to Retrofit Ethylene Tanker with Pilot Carbon Capture and Storage System
Shipping

Wärtsilä to Retrofit Ethylene Tanker with Pilot Carbon Capture and Storage System

Finnish technology group Wärtsilä will be working with a Norwegian shipping company to install a full-scale carbon capture and storage system on board one of

October 20, 2021
Total Views: 1608

Florida Governor DeSantis Says State’s Ports Open and Ready to Take On More Cargo
Ports

Florida Governor DeSantis Says State’s Ports Open and Ready to Take On More Cargo

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says Florida’s ports are open and ready to meet holiday demand as some of the nation’s top container ports from the

October 20, 2021
Total Views: 1213

ship anchorage
Shipping

Singapore Charges Two Bunker Execs with Taking Bribes

Singapore has charged two individuals with corruption for allegedly taking bribes in relation to the trading and supplying of bunker fuel. The individuals

October 20, 2021
Total Views: 1237

Hapag-Lloyd Container-ship BOSTON EXPRESS
Ports

‘Congestion-Free’ Port of Oakland Makes Call for More Cargo

Officials at the Port of Oakland are calling on shipping lines to route more cargo to the “congestion-free” Bay Area port as supply chains problems

October 20, 2021
Total Views: 2908

Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Seaway 7 Discloses Crane Problem On Newbuild Offshore Wind Heavy Lift Vessel Being Built in China
Offshore

Seaway 7 Discloses Crane Problem On Newbuild Offshore Wind Heavy Lift Vessel Being Built in China

Seaway 7 ASA says it’s too soon to determined whether the delivery of its new heavy lift crane installation vessel, Seaway Alfa Lift, will be delayed

October 19, 2021
Total Views: 6527

a washington state ferry underway
Shipping

Washington States Ferries Faces Mariner Shortage as State’s Vaccine Mandate Takes Effect

Washington States Ferries is continuing with temporary service schedule changes amid a mariner shortage now made worse by the state’s vaccine mandate.

October 19, 2021
Total Views: 2073

QE2 is Now Dubai’s Hottest New Nightclub. Yes, That QE2
Cruise Ships

QE2 is Now Dubai’s Hottest New Nightclub. Yes, That QE2

The historic ocean liner Queen Elizabeth 2 has embarked on a new life as home to Dubai’s hottest, and literally largest, nightclub. Yes, that Queen

October 19, 2021
Total Views: 7028

Incident Video: Brazilian Navy Tall Ship Has Dust-Up With Bridge
Accidents

Incident Video: Brazilian Navy Tall Ship Has Dust-Up With Bridge

The Brazilian Navy tall ship Cisne Branco collided with a draw bridge over the Guayas River in Ecuador on Monday. Video of the incident was posted online and

October 19, 2021
Total Views: 16775