Inland Waterways: Low Rhine levels are again disrupting German cargo shipping, with gauges near Kaub hovering around critical depths and forcing barges to cut loads. Road Freight Costs: Diesel prices hit record highs across Europe, pushing up freight costs and squeezing farmers and businesses—bad news for Germany’s truck-dependent supply chains. Rail Infrastructure: Work has started on the Hudson Tunnel for the U.S. Gateway Program, using a tunnel boring machine built in Germany—another reminder of how German-made machinery underpins major rail capacity projects. Aviation Safety: Vietnam Airlines’ Munich overrun probe says 787-9 brakes were activated twice during takeoff, contributing to a late departure and tail strike, with a go-around and cancellation following inspection. Logistics & Security Tech: Kiteworks says a precautionary shutdown tied to federal threat intelligence is over, systems are back online, and no compromise was found. Shipping & Energy: QatarEnergy extended LNG force majeure for Edison and some Asian buyers due to Strait of Hormuz disruption, tightening winter supply and keeping prices elevated. Rail Equipment: Uzbekistan Railways is in talks with Hyundai Rotem for eight high-speed electric trains, including VIP carriage upgrades.