AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoClimate and Agriculture: El Niño could bring below-normal rainfall to southern French Polynesia from November to January, adding pressure on water supplies and farming as the event is forecast to persist into 2027. Shipping Costs: Swire Shipping will raise fuel surcharges on specified Pacific routes from 15 November; standard container charges from major international origins will reach US$535 for a 20-foot unit and US$1,070 for a 40-foot unit. Air Travel: Air Tahiti Nui plans to offer free Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire fleet from 2027, covering every travel class from takeoff to landing. Marine Research: A Mo’orea study found that reef-community changes can alter local water chemistry and affect coral physiology, informing research into pressures on French Polynesia’s reefs. Fisheries and Ocean Data: A Pacific Community network is using sensors on commercial fishing gear to collect subsurface ocean data, supporting climate forecasts and more sustainable fisheries management.
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