AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEU Emergency Comms: The European Commission is planning a new cross-border communication system for first responders, using 5G-style broadband so police, firefighters, medics and civil protection can share data, video and geolocation even when networks are saturated or disrupted. Aviation Security: Germany has switched on a drone detection system at Berlin Brandenburg Airport to spot drones early in approach and departure areas and alert authorities; more airports are expected to get similar setups this year. Defense Tech: STARK unveiled the Vanta 12 unmanned surface vessel, a 12-meter platform for reconnaissance, surveillance, electronic warfare and strike missions, with AI-enabled autonomy and up to 1,200 nautical miles range. Robotics Market: The World Robotics 2026 Service Robots report says global sales of professional service robots rose 24% in 2025, led by transportation and logistics. EU-China Trade: China warned EU officials that tariffs and pressure on EVs, solar and steel could trigger rapid retaliation. Batteries: CATL began battery-cell production at its Debrecen plant in Hungary, targeting 100 GWh annually for European automakers.
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