AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoInland Waterways Under Pressure: Record-low Rhine and Danube levels are forcing barge operators to cut loads, raising freight costs and even threatening power generation as drought grips Germany and neighboring countries. Air Connectivity: Condor launched a daily nonstop Frankfurt–Tel Aviv service, adding another link from Germany’s main hub to Israel and boosting onward connections. Aviation Maintenance: Lufthansa Technik reported €4.4bn H1 revenue (+11%) as external MRO work grew, but margin pressure and less predictable shop visits remain. Rail Procurement Politics: Dutch rail operator NS will keep Spanish maker CAF despite political criticism, citing procurement law limits on “moral” exclusions. Maritime Environment Risk: An oil spill from a grounded tanker off Oman is expanding fast, with satellite images showing a much larger affected area—an issue for shipping, ports, and marine protection. Logistics Disruption & Security: A DB Schenker office in Glasgow was vandalized after a pro-Palestine action, targeting supply-chain links tied to defense-related firms. Defense Supply Chain Watch: Reports say the U.S. Army drew down much of its long-range missile stockpile in the Iran conflict, raising readiness concerns for future crises.
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