AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSanctions & Air Cargo: The U.S. Treasury expanded “Operation Economic Outcast,” adding 27 Iranian airlines and foreign backers to sanctions lists, aiming to choke off Iran’s global business links. Maritime Disruption: With the Strait of Hormuz under pressure and the Red Sea facing new threats, the IMO says thousands of seafarers are affected, including people stranded at sea—raising both supply-chain and crew wellbeing risks. Hydrogen Heavy Trucks: Toyota and IVECO teamed up under EU EMPOWER to scale fuel-cell electric heavy-duty trucks, with Toyota supplying the fuel cell system for IVECO’s next-gen vehicles. Freight Cost Shock: U.S. diesel prices topped $6 a gallon as Middle East tensions pushed fuel costs higher, feeding into the price of everyday goods. Policy & Oversight: A U.S. House Transportation panel scheduled markups covering drone safety, rural airports, aviation and marine cybersecurity, and public buildings oversight. Digital Compliance: Pakistan’s FBR sharply increased sales tax penalties for fake invoices and digital non-compliance, signaling tougher enforcement from July 1, 2026. Autonomous Taxis: San Diego councilmembers moved to seek authority to regulate driverless taxi operations, including limits on cars and how they roam. Infrastructure Tech: Engineers built a digital twin of Florida’s Sunshine Skyway Bridge using sensor data to extend service life and improve monitoring.
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