AGP Executive Report
Last update: 25 minutes agoUAE Iran diplomacy: The UAE has joined Saudi Arabia and Qatar in urging President Trump to give negotiations a chance and avoid restarting war with Iran, as Gulf leaders worry Israel could push Washington back toward military action. Strait of Hormuz fallout: Shipping leaders are increasingly open to an “administered” strait model under Iranian oversight, after Iran’s new Persian Gulf Strait Authority raised fears of longer delays and new transit rules. Security & theft: Verisk CargoNet warns Memorial Day could bring higher cargo theft risk, with thieves targeting freight left unattended during holiday staffing gaps. Inland logistics buildout: AD Ports Group is creating a consolidated multimodal inland network linking Khalifa Port and Fujairah Terminals to rail-linked dry ports and depots, signing MoUs with major UAE manufacturers. Tech for operations: OCS bought UK security firm City Group Security, adding 600 staff and expanding canine and utilities coverage. Ports & trade: Egypt is pitching a global grain storage and trading hub, while Mpulungu Port in Zambia is set for an upgrade to boost cargo volumes.
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