AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCATL Under Scrutiny: Hungary’s authorities opened proceedings after a “green liquid” discharge at CATL’s Debrecen plant, with permits revoked and fines likely. Energy & Industry: Hungary has begun drilling for a geothermal project described as Europe-rare, aiming at electricity plus district heating for Kiskunhalas. EV Fleet Software: Budapest-based Volteum raised €2.5m to expand its EV fleet management platform across Western Europe. Aviation Connectivity: Wizz Air signed a Starlink satellite-internet deal for fleet rollout from 2027. EU Policy & Transport: Seven EU countries rejected softer car emissions rules, arguing it would slow EV uptake. Labor Rules: The government shut down the guest-worker permit system, while keeping employment-purpose permits for three countries under stricter conditions. EU Support for Ukraine: The EU disbursed €2.8bn to Ukraine and flagged €5.9bn more this month, including drones. Geopolitics & Defense Industry: EU plans to expand Operation IRINI to board Russia’s shadow fleet and discussed tighter defense-industry cooperation with Ukraine. Business Leadership: The Hungarian Association of Executives held its Manager of the Year Awards gala, marking its 100th award.
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