AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAviation Safety & Passenger Impact: A Ryanair passenger from Greece to Germany described the “explosion” and terror after being nearly sucked out of a shattered window, with investigators still looking into what happened mid-flight. Airshow Orders & Fleet Moves: At Farnborough, Boeing logged 19 more 787 Dreamliner orders (AerCap 15; Uganda Airlines first order for four 787-9s), while Airbus advanced an A321neo wing-extension test and MBDA began low-rate production of Spear 3. EV Charging for Trucking: Swedish Einride agreed to buy EV-charging startup Flipturn for $38M to scale electric trucking and expand its charging software offering. Maritime Security & Disruption: Russian patrol ship live-fire drills near the UK were monitored by Royal Navy assets; meanwhile, Houthis’ threats are pushing Saudi crude routes toward the Suez Canal and around Africa, adding weeks and cost. Ports & Logistics Disruptions: Spain’s documentation issue delayed medicine deliveries to Gibraltar, while Felixstowe welcomed one of the world’s largest container ships for the first time. River Transport Under Heat Stress: European river cruise operators warn low Rhine and Danube levels are forcing itinerary changes and tighter monitoring as hotter summers persist. Illicit Trade in Supply Chains: Italian police seized cocaine hidden in banana shipments at Vado Ligure, highlighting how ports remain attractive trafficking routes.
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