AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoStrait of Hormuz Pressure on Trade: Gulf crude exports jumped in early July, but tanker transits through Hormuz have already fallen to just a few ships a day as attacks intensify, keeping shipping insurance and fuel costs elevated. Maritime Disruption in Conflict Zones: Ukraine’s drone campaign hit Russian electrical infrastructure and maritime logistics, while separate reporting says Ukrainian unmanned systems reduced the Kerch ferry crossing’s capacity by about 75%, crippling movement between Crimea ports. Port Performance in the Middle East: Jordan’s Aqaba ports handled 13.3m tons in H1 2026 (+12% y/y), led by big gains at the multi-purpose port and oil port. Road Safety and Enforcement: Ghana police impounded about 6,000 vehicles and seized illegal sirens and beacons; Telangana ordered tougher action against overloaded and unfit vehicles. Public Transport Push: Dubai launched a five-year plan to connect 25 residential areas to 63 stations by 2030 and improve first/last-mile links. Policy Clash on Safety Measures: The US removed several “proven” road safety countermeasures (including bike lanes and speed cameras) from a federal list, despite ongoing safety rhetoric. Logistics/Transport Operations: Kenya Airways cancelled a JFK–Nairobi flight due to severe weather disruptions at JFK. Infrastructure Projects: Oman awarded road upgrades worth OMR105m in North Al Sharqiyah, and Odisha advanced a Rs 8,300 crore coastal highway to cut travel time and boost freight access to Paradeep Port.
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