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, August 4, 2022
Marine Weather

NOAA Maintains Above-Average Hurricane Outlook Despite Slow Start

The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is continuing to call for a an above-average Atlantic hurricane season this year despite

August 4, 2022
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Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Ports

Singapore Suspends Glencore Unit’s Bunker License Over Contaminated Fuel Supply

A Singaporean unit of commodities trading giant Glencore has had its bunker supplier license suspended for two months after an investigation revealed that it

August 3, 2022
Total Views: 3739

Marine Weather

Storm Chasing Drones Ready to Intercept Major Hurricanes At Sea

For a second year in a row, U.S.-based ocean data specialist Saildrone is sending a fleet of storm chasing drones into the heart of the Atlantic Ocean’s

August 3, 2022
Total Views: 2527

Ports

Port of New York and New Jersey Hopes New Container Imbalance Fee Can Help Clear Empty Containers

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced a new “container imbalance fee” for ocean carriers to help clear long-dwelling empty

August 3, 2022
Total Views: 2072

Shipping

Maersk’s Hot Streak Continues

Maersk reports its 15th consecutive quarter with year-on-year earnings improvements. A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) reported a net profit of $8.6 billion

August 3, 2022
Total Views: 917

Tuesday, August 2, 2022
Environment

Singapore and Rotterdam to Establish ‘World’s Longest’ Green Shipping Corridor

The port authorities at the ports of Singapore and Rotterdam, two of the largest bunkering ports in the world, have partnered up to launch what they claim will

August 2, 2022
Total Views: 4840

Offshore

Transocean Says Offshore Drilling Market Rebounding After ‘Extremely Challenging’ Eight Years

Offshore drilling contractor Transocean says the market for offshore drilling services is clearly recovering after eight “extremely challenging”

August 2, 2022
Total Views: 3156

Shipbuilding

Future World’s Largest Containership Launched in China

China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) has announced the launch of what is claimed to be the world’s largest capacity containership coming in at

August 2, 2022
Total Views: 27043

Maersk ship entering the Port of Rotterdam
Shipping

Maersk Upgrades Guidance as Congestion Lingers ‘Longer Than Anticipated’

Lingering congestion in container shipping is continuing to buoy high freight rates, leading the world’s number two ocean carrier to upgrade its earnings

August 2, 2022
Total Views: 1755

Monday, August 1, 2022
Defense

Future ‘USNS Apalachicola’ Could Become the Navy’s First Autonomous Ship

The U.S. Navy is conducting a series of tests aimed at advancing autonomous capabilities and navigation, demonstrating that a large ship can become a

August 1, 2022
Total Views: 6838

Six Rescued After Tug Pushing Barges Collides with Powerboats in Texas
Accidents

Six Rescued After Tug Pushing Barges Collides with Powerboats in Texas

Six people were rescued from the water near Goat Island, Texas on Saturday after a tugboat pushing barges collided with two recreational powerboats. U.S. Coast

August 1, 2022
Total Views: 4593

Friday, July 29, 2022
Pasha Takes Delivery of LNG-Powered Containership for Hawaii Trade
Shipping

Pasha Takes Delivery of LNG-Powered Containership for Hawaii Trade

Hawaii-based Pasha Hawaii has taken delivery of the MV George III, the first LNG-powered ship on the U.S. West Coast and the first to serve Hawaii. The Jones

July 29, 2022
Total Views: 4338

Shipping

ONE Reports Record Quarterly Profit More Than Double 2021

Ocean Newtork Express reported record profit of $5.5 billion in the first quarter of 2022, more than doubling its profit from the same period last year. ONE

July 29, 2022
Total Views: 1320

Shipping

FMC Reports Progress Implementing Ocean Shipping Reform Act Requirements

The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is reporting progress in implementing requirements of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 (OSRA), which President

July 29, 2022
Total Views: 694

Shipping

Coast Guard Investigating Laser Strikes on Lake Ontario Search and Rescue Boats

The U.S. Coast Guard and local law enforcement are investigating two recent laser strike incidents against two USCG small boats participating in search and

July 29, 2022
Total Views: 3769

Defense

U.S. Navy Takes Delivery of Lead Ship in New Class of Fleet Oilers

The U.S. Navy has taken delivery of the USNS John Lewis (T-AO 205), the first ship in a new class of fleet replenishment oilers. The new John Lewis-class T-AOs

July 29, 2022
Total Views: 11387

Thursday, July 28, 2022
Shipping

Xeneta Says Long-Term Container Rates May Have Peaked

Oslo-based freight benchmarking and market intelligence platform Xeneta believes long-term container shipping rates may have finally peaked, although they are

July 28, 2022
Total Views: 1323

Ocean Cleanup Project Achieves Major Milestone in Great Pacific Garbage Patch
Shipping

Ocean Cleanup Project Achieves Major Milestone in Great Pacific Garbage Patch

The largest and most ambitious ocean cleanup project in history is claiming its first 100,000 kg of plastic removed from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. The

July 28, 2022
Total Views: 4135

Washington State Ferry Damaged After ‘Hard Landing’ in Seattle
Accidents

Washington State Ferry Damaged After ‘Hard Landing’ in Seattle

A Washington State ferry sustained significant damage Thursday after it struck a dolphin piling during its arrival at the Fauntleroy Terminal in southwest

July 28, 2022
Total Views: 17229

Shipping

Let the Good Times Roll: Hapag-Lloyd Raises Earnings Outlook After First Half Growth

German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd posted earnings growth in the first half of 2022 as higher freight rates offset flat volumes, leading the liner to raise its

July 28, 2022
Total Views: 778