Strait of Hormuz Tensions: Iran-US escalation kept commercial shipping moving but raised fresh risks after Iran declared the strait closed, while the US said it struck about 140 targets and CENTCOM reported vessels continuing to sail; India condemned attacks on the GFS Galaxy off Oman, saying 10 Indian nationals were rescued and one remains missing. Maritime Safety Measures: Qatar’s transport ministry ordered a suspension of all maritime activities “till further notice” for public safety, with exemptions for vessels operating under international rules. Rail Security Crackdown: Spain’s transport ministry plans tougher penalties for cable and railway infrastructure theft, citing service interruptions and safety impacts. Road Disruption from Weather: Typhoon Bavi weakened into a severe tropical storm as transport links resumed in parts of eastern China, with some bridge and port restrictions lifted. Local Transport Reality Checks: Karnataka’s transport minister went undercover on BMTC buses, triggering suspensions over ticketing and stop issues. Infrastructure Works (Maine): MaineDOT scheduled multiple bridge and paving projects plus interstate crack sealing, with lane closures and detours expected through late summer/fall. Port/Logistics Investment: MSC is reportedly in talks to buy a stake in Hambantota Port as it recalibrates its Indian Ocean hub strategy. EV Charging Push (Tanzania): Tanzania pledged to accelerate EV charging rollout via stakeholder recommendations. Freight/Trade Compliance (UAE): Dubai’s RTA awarded a $544m contract for the Latifa bint Hamdan Corridor, adding bridges and tunnels to boost capacity.