Strait of Hormuz Disruption: Strait transits fell to seven ships on Wednesday (vs 12 the day before), as Iran expands restrictions and attacks tankers, while Brent pushes above $100 and raises freight and fuel-cost pressure. Port Operations: Guam’s Port Authority will resume issuing grounded containers after restoring additional top-lifter equipment, aiming to restart truck access and keep cargo moving. Air Travel Fallout: UK Transport Secretary faces pressure after NATS technical issues triggered widespread flight cancellations and delays across major airports. Public Transport Costs: London bus driver cabs will get air conditioning by May 2027 after Unite’s campaign; meanwhile Suffolk parents push for a cap on school-transport fares after fare hikes. Logistics Tech & Security: Chrome switches to a faster two-week release cycle to tighten security in the AI era, while TSA tests a program letting eligible non-ticketed visitors enter gate areas at select airports. Infrastructure & Trade Corridors: Azerbaijan highlights its role in Black Sea-Caspian logistics corridors at a major transport forum, as Middle Corridor expansion continues. Indigenous Port Opening: BC’s Portland Canal Marine Terminal in Stewart officially opens as a majority Indigenous-owned deep-sea port for critical minerals exports. Automation in Cities: BCP Council’s transport plan points to a pilot for small autonomous grocery-delivery robots within about a year. School Transport Reliability: Baltimore County parents report bus driver shortages and route problems in the early school weeks, raising safety concerns. Shipping Industry Events: ET Infra’s Global Ports & Shipping Summit 2026 kicks off in Mumbai amid West Asia-driven logistics strain.