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.


Friday, October 22, 2021
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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: 3803

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
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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
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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
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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
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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: 2914

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
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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: 2078

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: 7047

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: 16787

Monday, October 18, 2021
port of los angeles and long beach
Shipping

FMC Calls On Ocean Carriers to Adopt Best Practices on Detention and Demurrage

The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission is formally urging the world’s top ocean carriers to adopt a set of best practices related to when and how detention

October 18, 2021
Total Views: 2131

Global Piracy Incidents Fall to Lowest Level in Decades, IMB Says
Piracy

Global Piracy Incidents Fall to Lowest Level in Decades, IMB Says

Reported incidents of piracy and armed robbery at sea fell to the lowest recorded number in nearly three decades in the first nine months of 2021, according to

October 18, 2021
Total Views: 1614

The Empire Wind 1 and 2 and Beacon Wind 1 projects located off New York State. Illustration: Equinor
Offshore

Turbine Supplier Picked for Major Offshore Wind Projects Off New York State

The developer of one of the largest offshore wind projects in the United States has selected its preferred supplier for more than 135 massive offshore wind

October 18, 2021
Total Views: 3897

Maersk Asks Customers to Divert Returned Empties from Clogged Felixstowe
Ports

Maersk Asks Customers to Divert Returned Empties from Clogged Felixstowe

Danish shipping giant Maersk has offered its latest update on the supply chain situation at the Port of Felixstowe, the UK’s busiest port. Felixstowe is

October 18, 2021
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