Hydrogen Rail Launch: India will flag off its first hydrogen-powered train on the Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana on July 17, with onboard fuel-cell power and multi-layer safety systems aimed at near-zero emissions at use. Maritime Security: India’s Directorate General of Shipping ordered shipowners and recruiters to stop deploying Indian seafarers on Strait of Hormuz voyages as attacks escalate, citing heightened risk to crew. Air Cargo Growth: IAG Cargo will add a third daily London Heathrow–Delhi service from Sept 19, 2026, lifting UK–India capacity to 70 weekly flights in winter and citing stronger outbound/inbound demand. Urban Mobility: Kuala Lumpur’s new LaLaport transport hub targets up to 10,000 passengers a day by linking rail, buses, taxis and e-hailing near the Hang Tuah interchange. Regional Connectivity: Afghanistan, Iran and Tajikistan agreed to launch a trilateral road corridor routing Iran–Tajik cargo through Afghan territory to boost transit revenues and trade. Eurasian Logistics Push: Kazakhstan aims to become a major transport hub, highlighting corridor expansion and a unified digital freight platform to speed cross-border movement. Industrial Rail Supply: Union Pacific bought the first rail from Rocky Mountain Steel’s new $1.2bn Pueblo mill, marking the official start of a long-rail supply deal.