AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMaritime Registry: International Registries Inc., administrator of the Marshall Islands ship registry, is opening its 29th office in Cork. The registry covers 6,819 vessels and ranks second worldwide by capacity. Sustainable Fisheries: Pacific advocates are urging wider use of biodegradable, non-entangling fish aggregating devices to reduce persistent ocean debris while maintaining fishing performance. Climate and Resilience: El Niño is expected to strengthen and bring below-normal rainfall across much of the northwest Pacific, including the Marshall Islands. The World Bank has released $11 million to help the country address weather impacts and a dengue outbreak, which are straining water, food and health services. Renewable Energy: Sunergise plans to acquire Infratec, expanding its solar and battery-storage capabilities. The companies have already delivered five Pacific renewable-energy plants, including projects in the Marshall Islands. Shipping Safety: The Marshall Islands-flagged LNG carrier Al Mayeda was struck by a projectile in the Persian Gulf while carrying fuel toward Pakistan. All 25 crew members were safe; the vessel turned back for assessment.
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