AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Sanctions: Brussels is preparing its biggest Russia sanctions list expansion since 2022, with around 1,650 new designations aimed at Russia’s military-industrial network. Travel Tech: Amazon’s Alexa+ is being pitched as a new “shop window” for travel, letting users search and book flights, hotels and cars via eDreams Odigeo. EV Charging: Powerdot has enabled Plug&Charge across 7,000+ European charge points through Hubject, so compatible EVs can start charging without apps or cards. Air & Rail: Germany backs a €9bn Hanover–Hamburg rail upgrade by 2050, while Eurostar adds a tool to bundle Eurostar tickets with European Sleeper night trains from Brussels. Tourism Policy: Cyprus’ tourism budget is set to drop nearly €15m in 2027, as presidency-linked spending ends. Spain Rentals: Spain’s new rules allow stressed housing areas to add IBI surcharges of up to 150% on holiday rentals. Health Alert: West Nile virus is being reported across 16 European countries, with warnings to take mosquito-bite precautions. Greece Travel: Athens is being promoted for winter culture breaks, with quieter sites and indoor programming—just shorter opening hours to plan around.
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