AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFishing & Food Supply: Hawaii’s longline fleet is being squeezed by diesel prices that hit a record $7.29 a gallon on Oct. 23, with fuel consuming up to half the cost of a trip. A new federal law will require better tracking of tuna and red snapper to help keep illegally caught fish out of the market. Ports & Shipping: The state transportation department won a $40.1 million federal grant for Kahului Harbor upgrades. Air Travel: Alaska Air Group says it remains committed to Honolulu as a major hub, despite weaker Hawaii results, and plans more than $600 million in investment. Hawaiian Airlines has also broken ground on a premium Honolulu Airport lounge slated to open in 2028. Agriculture: Hawaiʻi’s Climate Commission is launching island workshops on soil health and agricultural resilience, while public schools served nearly 8,000 pounds of locally raised beef. Housing & Construction: DHHL is piloting factory-built homes in Kapolei and Waiʻanae, aiming to deliver homes faster and below market prices for beneficiaries.
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