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, March 23, 2011
“Super Moon” blamed for vessels running aground in UK
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“Super Moon” blamed for vessels running aground in UK

While astronomists and scientists have dispelled rumors that this past weekends “Super Moon” did not cause any catastrophic events, the rare

March 23, 2011
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Friday, March 11, 2011
San Francisco Tsunami – March 11, 2011 [Photos]
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San Francisco Tsunami – March 11, 2011 [Photos]

Like everyone else, I was blown away to hear about the 8.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Japan, spawning a massive and deadly tsunami.  I was even more

March 11, 2011
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Monday, March 7, 2011
USS Bulkeley frees pirated ship (PHOTOS)
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USS Bulkeley frees pirated ship (PHOTOS)

This weeks incident photos comes to us via the USS Bulkeley which, over the weekend, successfully freed the Japanese-owned tanker M/V Guanabara and her crew of

March 7, 2011
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Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Shipserv launches new “deals” website
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Shipserv launches new “deals” website

The marine and offshore online chandlery Shipserv today announced that is has launched a “deals” website, rightfully called ShipservDeals.com. 

March 1, 2011
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Did Sea Shepherd harassment put Japanese whaling on hold?
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Did Sea Shepherd harassment put Japanese whaling on hold?

According to a report in the Japan Real Time Report blog, Japanese Whale hunting in the Southern Ocean have been on hold since February 10 due to Sea Shepherds

February 16, 2011
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Monday, February 14, 2011
Shipyard Photos: Royal Navy’s ‘HMS Queen Elizabeth’ under construction
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Shipyard Photos: Royal Navy’s ‘HMS Queen Elizabeth’ under construction

Pictured here is construction of the first of the two new aircraft carriers for the Royal Navy, HMS Queen Elizabeth, as workers at BAE Systems’ Govan

February 14, 2011
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News

Seadrill considers reorganization of its harsh environment activities

Hamilton, Bermuda – Seadrill is currently evaluating the structure of the company’s harsh environment activities which include the six drilling

February 14, 2011
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Friday, February 11, 2011
Uncategorized

General Maritime Corporation announces sale of Aframax and Suezmax Tanker

General Maritime Corporation (NYSE: GMR) announced today that it has completed the sale of the Genmar Princess, a 1991-built Aframax tanker, to an unaffiliated

February 11, 2011
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Thursday, February 10, 2011
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British Security firm offers response to Wikileaks’ release of cables related to Somalia and maritime piracy

Editors note: The following statement is a response issued by Neptune Maritime Security, a British security firm specializing in safeguarding crew, cargo and

February 10, 2011
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Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Pirates hijack second tanker in two days
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Pirates hijack second tanker in two days

EU NAVFOR has reported that at approximately 1000Z on 9 February, the VLCC M/V Irene SL was pirated approximately 350 nautical miles South East of Muscat in

February 9, 2011
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Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Engineering News

Ship design venture offers improved ‘green’ bulk carrier

‘Emerald’ design offers a lighter and environmentally friendly ship as project exceeds fuel-saving targets Lloyd’s Register and

February 8, 2011
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Friday, February 4, 2011
JOC Podcast:  The Suez Canal and Egypt’s Political Unrest
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JOC Podcast: The Suez Canal and Egypt’s Political Unrest

In this podcast, the Journal of Commerces Dana L. Brundage talks with Senior Editor of Finance and Economics for the JOC, Joseph Bonney, about the current

February 4, 2011
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Thursday, February 3, 2011
Diamond Offshore orders second ultra-deepwater drillship
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Diamond Offshore orders second ultra-deepwater drillship

HOUSTON, Feb 02, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. (NYSE:DO) has announced that a subsidiary, Diamond Offshore Drilling Limited, has

February 3, 2011
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USS Cape St. George Assists Iranian Mariners
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USS Cape St. George Assists Iranian Mariners

From USS Abraham Lincoln Strike Group Public Affairs Office USS CAPE ST. GEORGE, Arabian Gulf (NNS) — Guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71)

February 3, 2011
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Wednesday, February 2, 2011
SS United States Conservancy purchases famed ocean liner ‘SS United States’
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SS United States Conservancy purchases famed ocean liner ‘SS United States’

In a long-anticipated milestone in the effort to save and redevelop the legendary ocean liner SS United States, the SS United States Conservancy has announced

February 2, 2011
Total Views: 206

Incat Crowther to design second 28m catamaran crew boat
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Incat Crowther to design second 28m catamaran crew boat

Incat Crowther has announce that they are designing a second 28m Wave Piercing Catamaran Crew Boat to support offshore oil and gas operations. Incat Crowther

February 2, 2011
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Tuesday, February 1, 2011
John Deere to display new marine engine at 2011 Miami International Boat Show
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John Deere to display new marine engine at 2011 Miami International Boat Show

MIAMI, Florida (February 1, 2011) – John Deere Power Systems (JDPS) is pleased to announce its newest marine engine will be on display at the 2011 Miami

February 1, 2011
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Defense

VT Halter Marine Lays Keel for T-AGS 60 Class Oceanographic Survey Ship for U.S. Navy

VT Halter Marine, Inc. (VT Halter Marine), a subsidiary of VT Systems, Inc. (VT Systems), today held a keel laying ceremony for T-AGS 66 USNS Maury, which is

February 1, 2011
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BP Joins Gulf of Mexico Marine Well Containment Company
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BP Joins Gulf of Mexico Marine Well Containment Company

HOUSTON – BP announced today that it has joined Chevron, ConocoPhillips ExxonMobil and Shell as a member of the Marine Well Containment Company LLC

February 1, 2011
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Friday, January 28, 2011
First Kongsberg Maritime K-Chief 600 equipped vessel delivered to Owner
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First Kongsberg Maritime K-Chief 600 equipped vessel delivered to Owner

The first vessel to sail with Kongsberg Maritime’s sophisticated new K-Chief 600 marine automation system was delivered to its owner on 10th January

January 28, 2011
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