AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAutomotive reshuffle: Chinese EV makers are quietly moving into Europe’s “idle” capacity, leasing or sharing plants as demand cools—an approach that could shift industrial know-how over time. EV supply shake-up: Nissan has pulled the plug on a Britain EV drive-unit plan, while Airbus warns A350 deliveries may slip again for 2–3 years due to staffing at Spirit’s US site. Rail automation: Stadler is pushing ahead with automated train operation, with its signalling work tied to Switzerland’s move toward GoA2. Textiles under pressure: East Africa’s push to curb mitumba (second-hand) imports is back on the agenda, but pricing makes it hard to replace. Bangladesh spotlight: EU diplomats toured Apex’s tannery and footwear operations, praising sustainability—while other reporting flags Bangladesh’s wider leather sector still struggling with pollution and certification gaps. Steel signal: Global crude steel output fell 1.9% in April, with China down but India still growing.
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