AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAviation Infrastructure: GetJet Group plans to invest about €25M in a new narrowbody aircraft maintenance facility at Vilnius International Airport, aiming to expand in-house MRO capacity and cut reliance on third parties, with a 40-year land lease secured and construction targeted to start after permitting (hangar expected to be operational in 2029). Maritime Security: An Indian-flagged cargo vessel sank off Yemen after being struck near Hodeidah; all 14 crew were rescued, underscoring how Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb risks keep disrupting global shipping. Shipping Chokepoints: Iran and Oman say they’ve agreed on coordinates for a proposed Strait of Hormuz route, while major shipping groups warn against any compulsory tolls that could set a precedent for other choke points. Autonomous Mobility: London has granted robotaxis private hire licences for Wayve’s autonomous Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles, with Uber planning to use the fleets later this summer. Road Safety & Disruption: Firefighters reached 62% containment on Oregon’s Rowe Creek Complex, but Highway 26 stays closed as crews clear brush, cut trees, and manage hazards. Logistics Operations: UPS rolled out a pickup dashboard for small businesses, adding scheduling, tracking, and real-time notifications to improve pickup reliability. EV & Supply Chain: IEA says global EV sales rose 35% in Q2, helped by the energy crisis linked to the Iran war, even as overall car sales fell 5% in H1.
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