AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPFAS Crackdown: Sweden says it will ban “forever chemicals” in everyday consumer products as early as 2028, aiming to get ahead of EU rules and push safer alternatives. HVAC M&A: Systemair is buying Canada’s Temspec (decentralised HVAC for schools and multi-storey buildings), strengthening its North American school ventilation push. Mining & Security: Sweden is moving to treat critical minerals mining as a national security interest and to speed up permits to cut reliance on China. Climate Policy Fight: EU capitals are split as negotiations begin on ETS reform; Sweden and environmental groups warn changes could slow emissions cuts. Rare Earths Research: Swedish researchers are exploring how to make rare earth and magnet supply cleaner and less China-dependent. Freight Tech Calendar: Einride confirms its H1 2026 results call for Aug 18, keeping autonomous/electric logistics on the radar. Viking Film Dispute: Swedish owners of a replica ship used in Nolan’s “The Odyssey” allege Universal failed to pay agreed repair costs, adding friction to a major box-office run. Currency Watch: The yen is headed for its biggest weekly drop since May, with pressure on Japan’s rate path.
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