AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFreight & Trucking Pressure: U.S. Bank’s Freight Payment Index shows shipments softening as over-the-road capacity tightens and shippers pay more for less, with the Q2 shipment index at 75.1. Immigration Enforcement on the Road: DHS and DOT’s Operation Highway Shield removed hundreds of commercial drivers and vehicles from service across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa and Ohio, detaining 51 immigrants and recovering nearly $1M in stolen cargo. Aviation/Runway Capacity: FAA certification clears Boeing’s 737-7 after a decade-long review, paving the way for early 2027 deliveries. Port & Shipping Risk in the Middle East: Iran and Oman say they’ve reached an understanding on Hormuz route coordinates, but security concerns remain; meanwhile, an Indian-flagged ship sank after a Red Sea attack and all 14 crew were rescued. Logistics Tech: UPS rolled out a pickup dashboard for small businesses with scheduling, real-time notifications, and pickup status tracking. Trucking Talent Pipeline: Kenworth, Fastport and the U.S. Chamber Foundation named 11 “Elite 11” semi-finalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking award. Safety/Compliance: Aery Aviation is contesting a $15.7M FAA civil penalty tied to Navy-related public aircraft operations.
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