AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoDanube Drought Disrupts Transport: Record-low water levels are exposing dozens of WWII Nazi warships and even woolly mammoth bones in the Danube, while river traffic is being constrained and some cruises are cancelled or rerouted. Aviation Security Shock: Germany’s Leipzig/Halle Airport faced a major scare after an explosives-laden drone was found near a Ukrainian Antonov cargo plane; flights were diverted and a bomb-disposal robot removed the detonator, with authorities probing possible Russian involvement. EU Border Pressure: Slovakia’s interior minister says EU border protection must be enforced after the Ceuta surge, arguing unclear return rules let smugglers market the route. Spain–Ecuador Cocaine Crackdown: Spain and Ecuador, with Europol oversight, arrested 44 people and seized 21 tons of cocaine shipped in containers. Freight & Profits: DHL reported 30% operating profit growth, driven by heavier air freight and capacity constraints. Port Emissions Move: Shipping’s “cold ironing”/shore power is highlighted as a practical way to cut in-port fuel use, pollution, and noise. Autonomous Mobility Milestone (UK): TfL granted Wayve’s autonomous PHV fleet full private hire licensing for supervised passenger trips via Uber. Carriers & Routes: Riyadh Air launched daily Riyadh–Mumbai flights, adding to its fast-growing network.
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