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, February 16, 2022
Record Rogue Wave Measured Off British Columbia
Accidents

Record Rogue Wave Measured Off British Columbia

Researchers have measured what they believe to be the most extreme rogue wave ever recorded at 17.6 meters – the equivalent of a four-story building. The

February 16, 2022
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Stock photo of an lng carrier at sunset
Shipping

Europe Remains Top Destination for U.S. LNG For Third Month

By Marcy de Luna HOUSTON, Feb 15 (Reuters) – Europe’s call for U.S. liquefied natural gas continues to run hot in February and is poised

February 16, 2022
Total Views: 556

CNN Investigation: Culture of fear at Merchant Marine Academy silences students
Shipping

CNN Investigation: Culture of fear at Merchant Marine Academy silences students

CNN on Wednesday published an investigative report Wednesday alleging that a “culture of fear” at the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA)

February 16, 2022
Total Views: 3699

NOAA Predicts Sea Levels Could Rise By Up to a Foot by 2050
Shipping

NOAA Predicts Sea Levels Could Rise By Up to a Foot by 2050

The United States could see sea levels rise by as much as a foot by 2050, according to a new report led by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

February 16, 2022
Total Views: 1286

10 Bodies Recovered in Search for Sunken Fishing Trawler
Commercial Fishing

10 Bodies Recovered in Search for Sunken Fishing Trawler

Searchers have recovered 10 bodies in the search for crew members from a sunken Spanish fishing trawler on the Grand Banks of Newfoundland. Three survivors

February 16, 2022
Total Views: 3106

Tuesday, February 15, 2022
maersk ship
Shipping

Passing the Reins: Next-Generation Nominated to Lead Maerk’s Board

Robert Maersk Uggla, the grandson of A.P. Moller-Maersk founder Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller, has been nominated as the Chair of the Board. Uggla will replace

February 15, 2022
Total Views: 2536

Canada Marks 40 Years Since the Ocean Ranger Sinking
Offshore

Canada Marks 40 Years Since the Ocean Ranger Sinking

It’s been 40 years since the semi-submersible drilling rig Ocean Ranger sank off the coast of Newfoundland during an intense North Atlantic storm with

February 15, 2022
Total Views: 3281

Search and Rescue Underway After Spanish Trawler Sinks Off Newfoundland
Shipping

Search and Rescue Underway After Spanish Trawler Sinks Off Newfoundland

Update: Three survivors and six bodies have now recovered, according to Salvamento Marítimo. A major search and rescue operation is underway after a fishing

February 15, 2022
Total Views: 3633

Monday, February 14, 2022
First Offshore Wind Project in New York Breaks Ground
Offshore

First Offshore Wind Project in New York Breaks Ground

Construction has begun on the second major offshore wind project in the United States. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland was in East Hampton, New York last

February 14, 2022
Total Views: 1604

Former Oil Spill Response Vessel Delivered to Sandy Hook Pilots After Conversion
Shipbuilding

Former Oil Spill Response Vessel Delivered to Sandy Hook Pilots After Conversion

A former oil spill response vessel (OSRV) has been converted to a pilot station vessel and redelivered to the New York & New Jersey Sandy Hook Pilots

February 14, 2022
Total Views: 5199

Friday, February 11, 2022
cma cgm containership
Shipping

CMA CGM to Stop Carrying Plastic Waste on Its Ships

French shipping group CMA CGM will stop transporting plastic waste aboard its ships beginning June 1 to help curb ocean pollution. CMA CGM said it currently

February 11, 2022
Total Views: 2402

containership ship bunkering
Shipping

Aker Clean Hydrogen and Kuehne+Nagel Join Forces to Accelerate Fossil-Free Container Shipping

Aker Clean Hydrogen, a global integrated clean hydrogen, ammonia and methanol producer, and Kuehne+Nagel, a leading sea logistics provider, are joining forces

February 11, 2022
Total Views: 610

Thursday, February 10, 2022
Port of Long Beach Snaps Losing Streak with Record-Setting January
Ports

Port of Long Beach Snaps Losing Streak with Record-Setting January

The Port of Long Beach has kicked off 2022 reporting its busiest January on record, ending a four-month streak of declines amid a historic pandemic-fueled

February 10, 2022
Total Views: 3331

smoke pollution coming from a container ship
Shipping

World Shipping Council Reveals Its Plan for Zero Carbon Shipping

The World Shipping Council, the Washington, D.C.-based trade association representing international liner shipping, is sharing for the first time concrete

February 10, 2022
Total Views: 2570

zim containership
Shipping

ZIM Charters Thirteen Containerships from Navios Maritime Partners

Isreali shipping line ZIM (NYSE: ZIM) has announced new charters with Navios Maritime Partners (NYSE: NMM) for thirteen containerships for periods between 4.5

February 10, 2022
Total Views: 2902

Wednesday, February 9, 2022
liquid CO2 ship
Shipping

Petronas and MOL to Explore CO2 Ocean Transport for CCUS Value Chain

Malaysian oil and gas company Petronas and Japanese shipping company Mitsui O.S.K. Lines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly explore

February 9, 2022
Total Views: 2022

Another Record Month for Port of Savannah as Shipping Logjam Eases
Ports

Another Record Month for Port of Savannah as Shipping Logjam Eases

Georgia Ports Authority’s Port of Savannah handled a record 479,700 TEU in January as capacity improvements and “pop-up” container yards have

February 9, 2022
Total Views: 2352

Maersk to Acquire Land-Based Logistics Provider Pilot Freight Services
Shipping

Maersk to Acquire Land-Based Logistics Provider Pilot Freight Services

A.P. Moller – Maersk is continuing its integrated logistics transformation, announcing Wednesday its intention to acquire U.S.-based trucking company

February 9, 2022
Total Views: 2331

maersk ship
Shipping

Maersk Reports Record Earnings for 2021 as Supply Chain Chaos Continues… For Now

Danish shipping conglomerate A.P. Moller – Maersk reported record earnings for 2021 amid high freight rates and disruptions that continue to impact

February 9, 2022
Total Views: 1214

Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Photos: Navy’s New Fleet Oiler USNS John Lewis At Sea for Builder’s Trials
Defense

Photos: Navy’s New Fleet Oiler USNS John Lewis At Sea for Builder’s Trials

The lead ship in the U.S. Navy’s new class of fleet replenishment oilers, USNS John Lewis (T-AO 205), took to sea this month for initial builder’s

February 8, 2022
Total Views: 6037