AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBattery & Materials: Tinci Materials’ new electrolyte joint venture in Thailand targets Southeast Asia’s fast-growing EV and energy-storage supply chain, aiming for localized production and smoother regional logistics. Energy Storage Breakthrough: US researchers unveiled a safer polyether polymer electrolyte for lithium metal batteries, designed to handle high voltages and extreme temperatures (-40°C to 55°C). Supply Chain Stress: GEP-S&P Global says May saw continued global supply-chain pressure, with firms front-loading buys, raising safety stocks, and pushing up transport costs. Air Cargo: TIACA’s Executive Summit 2026 in Warsaw highlighted air-freight growth and sustainability priorities for the sector. Maritime Security & Tensions: US missile strikes off Oman killed and injured Indian seafarers, triggering fury in India and renewed debate over Strait of Hormuz access and shipping safety. Customs & Trade Facilitation: Egypt extended customs facilitation for transit shipments for six months, keeping goods moving through its ports without prior ACI registration. Automation in Warehousing: LG CNS and LX Pantos plan humanoid-plus-shuttle robot workflows at a logistics centre to speed warehouse operations.
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