AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoShipping Disruptions: Hormuz traffic has sunk to a two-month low amid tanker attacks, sending oil-shipping costs soaring; supertanker rates have jumped more than eightfold. Maersk has added an emergency fuel surcharge, as shippers brace for higher costs and delays. Rising Freight Costs: Diesel prices are squeezing transport operators and could push up holiday shipping fees, with retailers likely to pass more delivery and return costs on to customers. Greener Shipping: CMA CGM and DSV are expanding lower-carbon shipping through the ACT+ solution. India is also pursuing a green shipping corridor with Antwerp-Bruges, alongside wider port, shipbuilding and supply-chain partnerships. Trade Routes and Investment: Accordia Shipping is adding the Dominican Republic’s Port of Caucedo to its South Florida service, giving cargo owners another port option. Brookfield is acquiring eight Indian industrial and logistics parks from ESR, expanding its presence in the country’s logistics property market.
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