AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMiddle East Shipping Shock: Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz and will target any vessel attempting passage after new US strikes, while the US says a ceasefire is “practically meaningless,” sending oil and LNG risk premiums higher and threatening global sea-lane reliability. Maritime Security & Trade: India condemned US attacks on merchant shipping near Oman, saying commercial vessels must never be targeted, as multiple Indian sailors were killed and others reported missing. Aviation Economics: IATA warns the Iran conflict could halve global airline profits in 2026, with jet fuel costs projected to surge and Middle East carriers facing losses. Ports & Air Travel: Brussels Airport reported passenger growth despite disruptions, while Kenya’s JKIA drill temporarily diverted flights to Mombasa. Logistics Industry Forum: Hyderabad hosts Shipping & Logistics 2026, focusing on multimodal logistics, digital supply chains, EV-led logistics and automation. Energy Infrastructure: Burckhardt Compression won a Technip order for compressors at SkyNRG’s first dedicated SAF plant in the Netherlands, signaling continued investment in lower-carbon aviation fuels. EV Market Signals: UK experts push back on calls to weaken electric car targets as EV sales keep gaining share.
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