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, September 9, 2024
Shipping

Höegh Autoliners Sells Older Vessel for $60 Million in Red-Hot RoRo Market

Oslo-based Höegh Autoliners ASA has announced the sale of its vessel Höegh New York for $60.6 million, as part of its fleet optimization strategy. The 6,500

September 9, 2024
Total Views: 1379

Friday, September 6, 2024
Shipping

World’s First Hybrid Cargo Ship Delivers NASA Moon Mission Module to Port Canaveral

The MV Canopée, the world’s first hybrid propulsion commercial cargo vessel, made its inaugural U.S. visit to Port Canaveral, delivering a crucial

September 6, 2024
Total Views: 3506

Offshore

Noble Corporation Completes $1.6 Billion Acquisition of Diamond Offshore Drilling

Noble Corporation plc (CSE: NOBLE, NYSE: NE) has finalized its $1.59 billion acquisition of Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., strengthening its position in the

September 6, 2024
Total Views: 1745

Offshore

Massachusetts and Rhode Island ‘Go Big’ with Landmark Offshore Wind Procurement

Massachusetts and Rhode Island have jointly announced a groundbreaking selection of 2,878 megawatts (MW) of offshore wind projects in their first coordinated

September 6, 2024
Total Views: 1314

Shipping

California Passes Bill to Enhance Maritime Safety and Port Efficiency

California’s legislature has approved Assembly Bill 1122, a significant step towards improving mariner safety and port operations stability on the

September 6, 2024
Total Views: 1540

Thursday, September 5, 2024
Offshore

Biden Administration Approves Nation’s Tenth Offshore Wind Project

The Biden-Harris administration has approved the Maryland Offshore Wind Project, the nation’s tenth commercial-scale offshore wind energy project to

September 5, 2024
Total Views: 1290

Shipping

Maersk: Red Sea Reroutings Will Continue as Attacks Intensify

Shipping giant Maersk, the world’s second-largest liner operator, says it will continue to avoid trade routes through the Red Sea until safety of its

September 5, 2024
Total Views: 1027

Defense

USNS Supply Crew Honored for Exceptional Service in Red Sea Operations

The crew of the Military Sealift Command (MSC) fast combat support vessel USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) received the Navy Unit Commendation Award for their outstanding

September 5, 2024
Total Views: 1086

Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Shipping

MSC Grows Shipping Empire with Second-Hand Vessels

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has maintained its dominant position in the container shipping industry through an unprecedented buying spree of

September 4, 2024
Total Views: 2722

Shipbuilding

COSCO Shipping Inks Massive 42-Vessel Deal

COSCO SHIPPING Development, a subsidiary of China state-owned COSCO Group, has announced a landmark agreement for the investment, construction, and leasing of

September 4, 2024
Total Views: 2048

Shipping

Container Shipping Industry Sees Surge in Profits Amid Global Trade Challenges

The container shipping industry reported a significant profit increase in the second quarter of 2024. According to John McCown’s quarterly report on

September 4, 2024
Total Views: 1254

Environment

DNV Awards Wallenius Wilhelmsen First Biofuel Insetting Verification

Classification society DNV has awarded Wallenius Wilhelmsen its first biofuel insetting verification statement in recognition of the company’s use of

September 4, 2024
Total Views: 530

Accidents

Norwegian Authorities Secure Damaged Cargo Ship Carrying Hazardous Materials

Norwegian authorities have successfully managed a potential maritime crisis involving the cargo ship RUBY, which sought emergency port in Tromsø harbor due to

September 4, 2024
Total Views: 3735

Shipping

GAO Report Reveals Coast Guard’s Arctic Challenges, Calls for Improved Planning

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a new report highlighting significant challenges faced by the U.S. Coast Guard in its Arctic

September 4, 2024
Total Views: 1521

Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Shipping

SS United States Faces Uncertain Future as Court-Imposed Deadline Approaches

The historic ocean liner SS United States is facing a critical juncture as a September 12 deadline looms for its removal from its current berth in

September 3, 2024
Total Views: 4322

Shipping

Cargo Losses Surge Off South African Coast Amid Red Sea Rerouting

An MSC ship has lost dozens of containers overboard after encountering severe winter weather off the coast of South Africa, marking the third such incident in

September 3, 2024
Total Views: 2896

Shipping

Cargo Ship with Ammonium Nitrate Seeks Emergency Port in Norway

A Malta-registered cargo ship named Ruby has sought emergency port in Tromsø harbor, Norway, due to hull damage after a grounding. The vessel,

September 3, 2024
Total Views: 12851

Offshore

Revolution Wind Installs First Offshore Wind Turbine, Marking Milestone for Rhode Island and Connecticut

Revolution Wind has successfully installed its first offshore wind turbine, marking a significant milestone for Rhode Island and Connecticut’s first

September 3, 2024
Total Views: 3344

Shipping

North American LNG Export Capacity Set to Double by 2028

North America’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity is projected to more than double between 2024 and 2028, contingent on the timely completion

September 3, 2024
Total Views: 1105

Shipbuilding

Canadian Shipbuilding Association Calls for Tax on Chinese-Built Ships

The Canadian Marine Industries and Shipbuilding Association (CMISA) is urging the Canadian government to extend its recent 100% tariff on Chinese-made electric

September 3, 2024
Total Views: 1085