AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMiddle East Shipping Watch: Even with a US-Iran deal lifting hopes, insurers and shipowners say Strait of Hormuz transit could stay disrupted for weeks as minesweeping and safety checks drag on. Trade & Tariffs: Ahead of the G7, Trump is again floating tariff threats tied to France’s digital services tax, raising new uncertainty for cross-border logistics and supply chains. Port & Corridor Signals: Jordan’s Port of Aqaba is showing cargo growth tied to rising transit trade, while analysts warn the “return to normal” for Hormuz won’t be quick. Logistics Industry Moves: Rhenus appoints Scott Dudley to lead UK air and ocean, aiming to expand visibility and customer experience. Automation on the Ground: PAC Machinery will demo an AI-driven automated bagging system at Automate 2026, pushing faster, more consistent fulfillment packaging. Energy Prices in Focus: Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery cuts petrol by N75/litre, a potential lever for downstream competition and pump-price expectations. Regional Connectivity: Afghanistan hosts talks on regional security, trade, and connectivity with Central Asian states and Azerbaijan.
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