AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAir Travel Expansion: Kuwait Airways plans a big summer jump—about 728 weekly flights to 58 destinations, up from ~420 flights to 45—while also dealing with a large refund backlog after ~500,000 ticket cancellations since late February. Cold-Chain for Food: Scientists say storing mangoes at 12°C can slow ripening and extend freshness without triggering chilling damage, a potential boost for tropical fruit logistics. Urban Transit Last-Mile: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation says nearly 92,000 commuters use e-autos, bike taxis, public bicycles and e-rickshaws daily, as it tries to build a “bouquet” of options beyond stations. Freight Fuel Shift: India’s heavy-duty logistics is turning more to LNG to reduce diesel dependence, with operators scaling along key corridors. EV Charging Policy: UK Treasury rejected a VAT cut on electricity for public EV chargers (20% vs 5% at home), keeping pressure on the EV rollout debate. Geopolitics & Shipping: Reports of a US-Iran framework aim to restore Strait of Hormuz traffic toward pre-war levels by removing naval restrictions and easing some sanctions. Space/Transport Tech: SpaceX’s upgraded Starship test flight ended in an ocean explosion after engine issues, underscoring the risks as the company moves toward IPO.
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