AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWind-Powered Shipping in French Polynesia: bound4blue has installed its 22-metre eSAIL suction sail on the new multipurpose vessel Na Hiro E Pae, the first known “goelettes” style ship worldwide with wind propulsion, linking Tahiti with the Austral Islands while carrying up to 200 passengers and 1,500 tonnes of cargo; the system is expected to cut energy use by about 10% alongside biofuel/e-fuel capable engines. Internet Reliability: The Manatua Consortium says a technical fault on the Manatua submarine cable about 144 km offshore from Samoa is degrading services for Niue and the Cook Islands, with a permanent fix requiring a specialist cable repair vessel and contingency measures already activated. Tourism & Travel Access: Air Tahiti Nui and Air Tahiti have launched a codeshare that lets travelers book one ticket beyond Tahiti to the Cook Islands, simplifying baggage transfers and connections. Local Business & Exports: PTI Australia will host a Pacific Showcase at Fine Food Australia 2026, bringing 15 exporters from eight Pacific economies including French Polynesia to connect with buyers in Melbourne (31 Aug–3 Sep). Cruising Demand: Mitsui Ocean Cruises’ Mitsui Ocean Fuji (ex-Seabourn Odyssey) will call at French Polynesia on a 46-night “Circle Pacific” voyage from Yokohama starting Feb 3, 2027, with fares promoted for Australians via Cruise Traveller.
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