AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaritime Disaster: Indonesia’s Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsized in the Java Sea in bad weather, killing at least 6 and leaving 129 missing, with 103+ rescued as Basarnas battled rough seas. Public Transport Tech: Qatar Rail says Doha Metro has carried 300mn passengers and is moving toward AI chat support and smart station guidance for riders, including people with disabilities. Rail Security: France urged caution after a train derailment injured 44, while Ukraine reported a drone strike hitting a Kyiv–Warsaw train near the Poland border, prompting rapid evacuations. Aviation Infrastructure: Ghana’s President Mahama says construction of a new Wa airport will begin soon after funding was secured and procurement completed. Fuel & Fares: Nigeria saw petrol jump to as high as N1,380/litre in Lagos and Ogun, pushing up transport fares. Shipping Costs: Red Sea and Hormuz tensions are driving longer routes and higher import costs, with Bangladesh rerouting oil shipments around the Cape to avoid chokepoints. EV Policy: UK plans to limit EV charger grants to £500 until April 2027 are drawing industry concern over slower adoption. Urban Rail Milestone: Auckland’s City Rail Link opened to passengers, adding new underground stations and reshaping city-centre access.
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