AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMaritime Security: Eleven commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz and Arabian Gulf in the week to Nov. 4; three sank. Rising risks are also disrupting Gulf oil flows, while the UN maritime agency condemned Houthi attacks. Air Cargo: Global demand rose 7.7% year over year in September, but jet fuel prices more than doubled, squeezing carriers as capacity grew just 2.7%. Logistics Deals: PS Logistics expanded its flatbed network with the acquisition of Tennessee-based Roane Transportation. Shein plans to invest €500 million in a Polish logistics hub, while MakeMyTrip bought a majority stake in ride-pooling firm Quick Ride. Trade Routes: Thailand is advancing rail links from its ports through Laos to China, including a freight transfer centre near Nong Khai. Suez Canal revenue also rebounded 94% to $724 million as shipping traffic recovered. Greener Shipping: Singapore and Norway launched a joint research grant to advance shipping decarbonization; Norway also awarded $44 million in grants for battery-powered ships. Industry Costs: Global shipping emissions caused nearly $1 trillion in economic damages, according to a new analysis.
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