Maritime Security & Trade Disruption: Shipping groups and industry sources warn that a proposed Strait of Hormuz toll/fee framework is hard to implement under sanctions and insurance rules, while Iran-Oman talks keep reopening plans in flux and oil prices react to every headline. Rail & Freight Resilience: UK Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn says a new rail freight terminal at West Fraser’s Dalcross site will cut about 10,000 HGV trips and thousands of tonnes of CO2 annually, showing how rail links can relieve road congestion. Logistics Infrastructure Investment: BendPak completes a 261,600 sq ft logistics and distribution centre in Alabama, aiming for faster same-day dispatch and expanding warehousing, service, and training under one roof. Transit Funding & Access: Wayne County voters in Michigan approve a countywide transit millage, ending decades of opt-outs and bringing more communities into SMART’s connected funding system. Air Connectivity: Canada expands its air transport agreement with Nigeria, enabling direct flights and adding weekly passenger and cargo capacity. Supply Chain Risk on the Ground: Ukrposhta reports a Russian strike destroyed a Pavlohrad sorting depot, killing two employees and triggering backup delivery plans. E-commerce Logistics IPO: India’s Shiprocket sets an IPO price band of ₹92–₹97 ahead of its Aug. 12 listing, with proceeds earmarked for marketing, technology, debt repayment, and growth.