AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPort & Border Coordination: Malaysia’s Johor mega-projects need tighter state–federal alignment since rail, roads, border facilities and immigration sit with Putrajaya, or billions in logistics upgrades risk delays. Shipping Rates: Global freight costs jumped to the highest level since the Red Sea blockade, as importers frontload shipments ahead of new US tariffs. Containerline Turnaround: Maersk lifted profit guidance after stronger demand and a widening demand–supply gap, with congestion returning as more ships wait outside ports. UAE Fuel Costs: The UAE Fuel Price Committee cut July 2026 prices (Super 98 AED3.40, Special 95 AED3.29, E-Plus 91 AED3.21, diesel AED3.60), aiming to ease transport and logistics operating costs. Energy Storage for Grids: India’s BESS capacity reached 2.7 GW/7.5 GWh, while China’s anti-“involution” rules tightened payment terms for battery supply chains. Air Cargo Capacity: CharterDesk launched at Air Cargo China, pitching faster, data-driven chartering and leasing for volatile cargo demand. Cold Chain & Packaging: A rail derailment in Queensland traced to a wagon axle failure highlights ongoing safety risks for freight networks.
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