AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCircular Economy: Hilo’s Hoʻi reusable foodware program launches Nov. 9, backed by $3.9 million in public and private funding. Participating businesses will use returnable stainless-steel containers to cut single-use waste. Harbor Construction: Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor’s ramp closes Nov. 2 as crews replace damaged docks with ADA-compliant models; the nearly $493,000 project is expected to finish by year-end. Aviation: Hawaiian Airlines has begun building a nearly 13,000-square-foot premium lounge at Honolulu’s airport, targeted to open in 2028 as part of Alaska Air Group’s broader investment. Workforce: UH Maui College’s culinary program marks 50 years of training chefs, with alumni now working across Hawaiʻi and beyond. Industry Pressures: Alaska Air Group plans to cut 200 jobs amid high fuel costs, while Hawaiʻi visitor spending and arrivals declined in September. Agriculture: The state has opened emergency relief grants for farmers affected by recent storms.
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