AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCaribbean Energy & Security: The U.S. is ramping up its southern Caribbean focus with Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau’s Aug. 9–12 trip to Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana, with talks explicitly covering shared energy priorities and critical minerals alongside security cooperation. Brazil Bunkering Upgrade: Petrobras says it can now supply VLSFO and LSMGO by barge at Port of Suape (in addition to ex-pipe), aiming to speed and expand bunker fuel delivery after completing barge bunker operations and final licenses. Venezuela Power Recovery: Venezuela’s electric sector reports progress after June 24 earthquakes, with 600 MW restored and a new electricity corporation head appointed as recovery efforts continue. Cuba Grid Strain: Cuba expects another Sunday of severe blackouts, with up to 70% of the country without power during peak evening hours, as the island’s SEN struggles with aging plants and the ongoing oil blockade. Oil Supply Disruption Watch: A Russian-linked tanker, Caroline Bezengi, remains beached off Oman after an explosion, with oil still leaking and no clear signs of major breakup despite heavy seas.
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