AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHydrogen Rail Push: India’s first indigenously built hydrogen-powered train, the NaMo Green Rail, was flagged off on the Jind–Sonipat route, aiming for near-zero emissions and cleaner connectivity on non-electrified stretches. Rail Modernisation: PM Modi also inaugurated 75 redeveloped stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, including major upgrades in Punjab and Odisha, as India accelerates passenger-focused rail upgrades. Bullet Train Politics: India rejected criticism from Japan’s former minister Hideki Makihara over Mumbai–Ahmedabad Shinkansen delays, saying work is progressing and signalling is being ordered to specs; the dispute adds pressure to the 2030 target. Maritime Security: India reported 14 Indian seafarers killed and two missing amid West Asia conflict, while DGMA advised shipowners to avoid Strait of Hormuz routes. Shipping & Trade Costs: Maersk raised emergency surcharges on India–North Europe lanes from Aug 1, signaling higher logistics costs for exporters. Aviation Demand Watch: China’s big airlines warned of heavy first-half losses as summer travel demand softens, with higher fuel costs squeezing margins. LNG Fleet Update: New Times Shipbuilding delivered three LNG dual-fuel tankers to customers in Norway, Singapore and Greece, underlining continued gas-fuel adoption in Asia-linked shipping.
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