AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUrban Mobility: Delhi has begun winter pollution controls, including restrictions on some non-BS-VI vehicles, while Pune’s 23-km Metro Line 3 is set to open to passengers on November 4, initially serving 17 stations. An urban-planning analysis argues Indian cities need connected road networks, not simply wider roads. Rail Investment: The U.S. is directing more than $1.24 billion to rail safety upgrades, including $116 million in California. Kenya Railways has also unveiled an SGR vehicle-freight service, while a French shipping company is expanding cargo transport inland through the same network. Trade Bottlenecks: African traders say checkpoints and unofficial payments are driving up freight costs; the Tema–Paga corridor reportedly has about 85 checkpoints. Infrastructure Costs: South Africa’s logistics bill is forecast to reach R1.156 trillion in 2026, with rail failures adding to export costs. Bridge Upgrade: Fremantle’s new Walyalup Bridge opened ahead of schedule, with wider pedestrian paths and more clearance for boats, though its budget rose from $430 million to $596 million.
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