AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: The U.S. plans to auction large water areas around American Samoa for deep-sea mineral extraction, a move critics say sidesteps the International Seabed Authority and could harm fragile marine life. Endangered Species Act Rollbacks: The Trump administration issued new Fish and Wildlife policy changes that weaken protections for threatened species and require regulators to weigh economic impacts, raising alarms for wildlife and habitat protection. Hospitality Labor: Royal Kona Resort workers on the Big Island plan a rally over 16 months of stalled contract talks with UNITE HERE Local 5, after a prior one-day strike and unfair labor practice claims. Engineering & Infrastructure: SSFM International promoted Honolulu-based Scott Hayashi to chief operating officer, expanding leadership for Pacific infrastructure projects. Marine Science: UH Mānoa researchers found human activity leaves chemical signatures in Maui coral tissue, underscoring land-to-sea impacts on reefs. Local Agriculture Resilience: Moloka‘i growers are ramping up production through UH programs after missed barges and interisland shipping restrictions. Aviation Service Quality: Southwest topped the 2026 Airline Quality Rating for the second straight year, highlighting a widening performance gap across U.S. airlines. Energy & Fuel: Kauai County reported its lowest diesel price at $6.99 in the week ending July 11.
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