AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHeatwave Toll and Causes: Europe’s record-breaking heat has been linked to about 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, with scientists pointing to a persistent high-pressure “heat dome” and compounding risks like ageing populations and buildings not designed for such temperatures. Central Europe Records: Hungary and Slovakia set new all-time highs (around 42°C and 41.3°C), while Poland also reported its highest-ever temperature readings as water restrictions and health monitoring ramp up. Public Health and Disruption: Spain reported over 1,000 heat-related deaths, and across the region schools, events and services have been disrupted as nighttime temperatures stay high. Trade and Logistics: Duisport CEO says China-Europe rail freight has become a reliable multimodal backbone, with scheduled services and sharply higher volumes since the pandemic. Business in the Region: Digmatix expands in Central Europe by buying Czech and Romanian Microsoft partners; Škoda Group posted record 2025 orders near €1.8bn; Norsk Hydro’s Slovak aluminium smelter in Ziar nad Hronom is set for a partial restart. Culture and Media: Ji.hlava opens a €110,000 documentary support call for its 30th edition, while Disney+ renews Poland’s “Breslau” and commissions new local series.
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