Aviation Policy & Safety: Sri Lanka marked its long-standing link to the Chicago Convention, underscoring ICAO standards as the backbone for safety and global connectivity. US–Armenia Infrastructure Deal: Armenia and the U.S. signed off on the “Trump Route” TRIPP framework, setting up a long-term U.S.-backed venture to manage cross-border rail, road and energy links along the Armenian-Iranian border. Maritime Labor: The UK is proposing stronger ferry worker protections—minimum rest and fair pay for UK–France and Channel Islands crossings—after the P&O Ferries scandal, with DFDS, Brittany Ferries and Stena Line already meeting higher Seafarers’ Charter standards. Aviation Disruption & Costs: EU transport officials say there’s no jet fuel shortage in Europe now, but warn conditions could worsen if Middle East supply disruptions persist. Air Cargo Outlook: Heavylift airfreight is seeing capacity knock-ons from Middle East disruptions, with shippers shifting to air and charter rates rising. Airport/Transit Operations: TfL confirmed multiple London Underground weekend closures, including a Piccadilly line gap affecting Heathrow access. Industry Shock: Bournemouth-based European Cargo Limited has collapsed into administration, leaving 178 jobs at risk. Tech & Mobility: Uber launched official services in Nepal, while FPT and ComfortDelGro signed an APAC MoU to push AI for smart mobility and logistics. Regional Trade Push: South Africa and Kenya urged faster implementation of trade deals beyond paperwork, pointing to border and customs bottlenecks.