Transit Payments Upgrade (Philippines): RCBC, DOTr and LRTA rolled out LRT-2’s automated fare system that lets riders tap Visa/Mastercard cards, use NFC mobile wallets (like Google Pay) or scan GCash QR on one interoperable platform. Rail Expansion (Malaysia): The Sultan of Selangor personally rode the LRT3 Shah Alam Line, marking a milestone for a project originally pushed by public complaints over worsening corridor traffic. Cross-Border Rail (Central Asia): Kyrgyzstan says the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway has moved into an active phase, with tunnels and bridges underway and agreements already signed. Port Integrity (South Africa): Transnet Port Terminals blacklisted seven suppliers over alleged corruption and unethical conduct, aiming to improve terminal efficiency and competitiveness. Electric Mobility Shift (Philippines): A Japanese EV startup is ramping up electric jeepney supply after fuel-price shocks drove demand for light commercial EVs. Freight & Logistics Tech (India): DriveX launched end-to-end RTO services in Bengaluru and Chennai to streamline two-wheeler ownership documentation via a single online workflow. Air Passenger Rules (EU): EU governments approved updated air passenger rights, keeping delay compensation but tightening rules around carry-on baggage and transparency in ticket pricing. Rail Ticketing Trial (UK): Northern’s “pay as you go” rail trial hit 30,000 journeys, using app-based scanning and daily/weekly fare caps. Maritime/Geopolitics (Hormuz): Reports say commercial ships are increasingly turning off AIS during Strait of Hormuz transits as U.S.-Iran tensions persist. LNG Shipping (U.S.-to-Asia): Pertamina received a large U.S.-sourced LPG shipment to bolster Indonesia’s domestic energy reserves. Electric Aviation (U.S.): BETA Technologies completed early operational eVTOL integration flights under a DOT/FAA pilot, moving manufactured organs between Virginia and Maryland. Drone Payload Licensing (Defense/US): NorthStrive Defense Tech signed an exclusive license with Florida State University for multi-domain drone payload technology.