AGP Executive Report

RAF Logistics in the South Atlantic Supply Chain: East Midlands Airport will host RAF A330 Voyager aircraft from July until late November while RAF Brize Norton undergoes resurfacing and upgrades, with missions including global logistics and humanitarian support continuing and only a small number of flights expected to move defence passengers and freight between the Falklands, Cyprus and East Midlands each week. South Atlantic Fishing Pressure: A Spanish investigation says Asia’s expanding squid fleets are reshaping the frozen squid market, with foreign-flagged vessels fishing near the edge of Argentina’s zone and drawing on Falklands-linked licences—raising concerns for the Islands’ income from South Atlantic fisheries. Falklands Self-Determination at the UN: Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly members Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss addressed the UN Committee of 24 in New York, defending Islanders’ right to self-determination and renewing an invitation for a visiting mission. OAS Push for Canada: The Falkland Islands Government urged Canada at this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama to publicly back Islanders’ self-determination, citing Canada’s past positions on Greenland and Ukraine. Local Industry Deal Update: Rockhopper Exploration says it has Falklands Government approval to proceed with its sale of Rockhopper Civita, but Italian regulatory consent was still outstanding as of 30 June 2026, with both sides able to withdraw if requirements aren’t met. Polar Heritage Spotlight: A 3D digital model of Shackleton’s Endurance wreck goes on display at Dundee’s Discovery Point until November 2026, created with the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust and Dundee Heritage Trust.

South Atlantic Fishing Pressure: A Spanish investigation says Asia’s expanding squid fleets are reshaping the frozen squid market, with Chinese effort in the Southwest Atlantic up 85% from 2019-2024 and foreign-flagged vessels fishing near Argentina’s edge—impacting European fleets and the Falklands, where licences underpin much of the region’s catch. Falklands Tourism Demand: AE Expeditions marks 35 years with limited-time savings, including a 22-day Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctic Peninsula voyage departing Oct 24, 2026. Polar Heritage Tech: A Canadian-led expedition will create high-detail digital records of the Shackleton-era Quest wreck (and Terra Nova), reflecting a shift toward documenting fragile sites rather than recovering them. Falklands Self-Determination Push: The Falkland Islands Government urges Canada at the OAS to back Islanders’ right to self-determination, while two MLAs also speak to the UN Decolonisation Committee. Rockhopper Update: Rockhopper says it has Falklands Government approval for its Zodiac deal, but Italian regulatory consent is still outstanding, with work continuing to satisfy the regulator. Defence Industry Watch: A Scottish MSP warns BAE Systems needs a new warship design contract within 18 months to avoid Clyde design job losses.

Polar Heritage & Tech: A Royal Canadian Geographical Society-backed expedition will create ultra-detailed 3D digital twins of the Shackleton-era wrecks Quest (1962) and Terra Nova, using Canadian underwater imaging tech—part of a wider shift toward documenting fragile shipwrecks rather than salvaging them. Falklands Self-Determination Push: Falkland Islands representatives are pressing Canada at the OAS and UN forums to back Islanders’ right to self-determination, with speeches stressing local democratic choice and the case for a visiting UN mission. Hydrocarbons & Sovereignty: Lord Collins told the OAS that hydrocarbon development is a democratic decision by Islanders and an “integral” part of self-determination, arguing sovereignty discussions must not override consent. Local Industry & Shipping: Rockhopper’s sale of its Italian assets to Zodiac is cleared by the Falkland Islands Government, but still depends on Italian regulatory sign-off, with work continuing to meet requirements. Falklands Community & Sport: The Falkland Islands Government’s annual London parliamentary reception highlighted sport across more than 20 disciplines, ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Heatwave Disruption: A UK heat alert has triggered school closures, including events linked to naval training establishments, underscoring how weather is starting to disrupt schedules and operations.

Defence Readiness & Shipbuilding: A warning from a Clyde shipbuilding insider says BAE Systems may need a major new warship design contract within 18 months to avoid “hundreds of layoffs” in design engineering and naval architecture, as the Defence Investment Plan still leaves a gap between ships being built and the design work that should follow. Falklands Self-Determination Push: Falkland Islands lawmakers have urged Canada to back Islanders’ right to self-determination at the OAS, while separate UN Committee of 24 addresses stressed that the community’s democratic choices must come first, including support for hydrocarbon development as part of self-determination. Rockhopper Update: Rockhopper Exploration says it’s still working with Zodiac to meet Italian regulatory requirements for its planned sale of Rockhopper Civita, after Falklands Government approval, with the deal still able to be withdrawn under the share purchase agreement. Maritime Heritage: A 3D model of Shackleton’s Endurance wreck is on display at Dundee’s Discovery Point until November 2026, created through a collaboration involving the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust. Sports & Community: The Falkland Islands Government’s annual London parliamentary reception highlighted local sport across more than 20 disciplines ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Falklands Self-Determination Push: Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly members Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss told the UN Committee of 24 that Islanders’ right to self-determination must come first, renewing calls for a UN visiting mission and stressing local funding of healthcare and education plus the Islands’ democratic choice. Canada Urged to Back Islanders: The Falklands Government also pressed Canada at this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama to publicly support self-determination, pointing to the 2013 referendum and Argentina’s renewed claims. Hydrocarbons & Sovereignty Debate: Lord Collins told the OAS session that resource development decisions are for Islanders alone, framing hydrocarbon production as part of self-determination and rejecting sovereignty talks without consent. Defence Industry Link to the Falklands: A Scottish Labour MSP warned BAE Systems may face a design-work gap that could trigger Clyde job losses, arguing new warship design contracts are needed soon—an issue with direct relevance to maritime capability for Falklands-type operations. Rockhopper Update: Rockhopper Exploration said it has Falkland Islands Government approval to sell its Italian assets to Zodiac, but Italian regulatory consent is still pending, with both sides able to withdraw. Maritime Heritage Spotlight: A 3D model of Shackleton’s Endurance wreck is on display in Dundee until November 2026 via a Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust partnership, bringing polar maritime history to a wider audience.

Falklands Self-Determination Push: Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly members Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss told the UN Decolonisation Committee (C24) that Islanders’ right to self-determination must come first, renewing an invitation for a visiting mission. Canada at the OAS: The Falkland Islands Government also urged Canada to publicly back self-determination at this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama, pointing to Canada’s prior support for Greenland and Ukraine. Hydrocarbons & Sovereignty: Lord Collins told the OAS that Islanders’ democratic choice includes developing natural resources, arguing sovereignty calls can’t override consent. Local Sports Spotlight: The Falklands held its annual parliamentary reception in London, showcasing sport across more than 20 disciplines ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Polar Tourism: Quark Expeditions launched Arctic 2028 and Antarctic 2028/2029 seasons, adding a Guided Photography Program and new voyages. Maritime Heritage: A 3D Endurance wreck model goes on display in Dundee until Nov 2026, via a Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust partnership.

Falklands Self-Determination Push: Falkland Islands MLAs urged Canada to back Islanders’ right to self-determination at the OAS in Panama, while UN addresses from Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss pressed for a visiting mission and stressed local democratic choice. Hydrocarbons & Sovereignty: Lord Collins told the OAS that Islanders’ democratic decision-making includes developing natural resources, framing hydrocarbon production as part of self-determination. Maritime Heritage Spotlight: A 3D, close-up display of Shackleton’s Endurance wreck is on show in Dundee until Nov 2026 via a Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust partnership. Polar Travel Launch: Quark Expeditions unveiled Arctic 2028 and Antarctic 2028/29 seasons with 70+ departures, including a new Guided Photography Program. Fishing Industry Watch: Namibia’s hake landings fell from 40,005t to 18,436t between Q3 and Q4 2025, though fish export earnings rose, with Spain a key market. Local Sports & Industry Links: The Falklands’ annual London parliamentary reception highlighted sport across disciplines, including shearing, ahead of the Commonwealth Games. Seafarer Tribute: St Helena marked International Day of the Seafarer with a tribute to retired bosun Patrick Williams.

Falklands self-determination push at UN: Two Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly members, Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss, spoke to the UN Committee of 24 in Panama on June 25, urging a visiting mission and defending Islanders’ right to choose their political future, with Gould stressing lived experience and local funding of healthcare and education, and Goss making the legal case. Canada urged to back Islanders: The Falkland Islands Government also called on Canada to use this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama to publicly support self-determination, pointing to Canada’s past backing for Greenland and Ukraine and noting the 2013 referendum result. Hydrocarbons framed as Islanders’ choice: Lord Collins told the OAS that pursuing hydrocarbon development is a democratic decision by Falklanders and “integral” to self-determination, arguing sovereignty discussions can’t override Islanders’ consent. Sport in the spotlight in London: The Islands’ annual parliamentary reception in London brought about 200 guests together at the House of Commons to celebrate sport across more than 20 disciplines ahead of the Commonwealth Games. Maritime heritage link to Shackleton: A 3D Endurance wreck model is on display at Dundee’s Discovery Point until November 2026, created through a collaboration involving the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust.

Falklands self-determination push: Falkland Islands lawmakers have urged Canada to publicly back Islanders’ right to self-determination at this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama, pointing to Canada’s past support for Greenland and Ukraine and stressing the 2013 referendum result. Hydrocarbons and rights: In the same OAS setting, Lord Collins argued the Islands’ democratic choice includes developing natural resources, saying sovereignty debates can’t override the principle that Islanders’ wishes come first. UN spotlight: Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss addressed the UN Committee of 24, inviting a visiting mission and making the case that the territory funds healthcare and university education from its own economy. Local industry upgrade: The Falklands will use newly delivered concrete pumps, training local construction workers to reduce reliance on external contractors. Sport and community: The Islands’ annual London parliamentary reception highlighted sport across more than 20 disciplines ahead of the Commonwealth Games. Maritime heritage tie-in: Shackleton’s Endurance wreck is set to go on display in Dundee in detailed 3D, via a Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust collaboration.

Falklands Self-Determination Push: The Falkland Islands Government is urging Canada to publicly back Islanders’ right to self-determination at this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama, after MLA meetings in Ottawa with Global Affairs officials and parliamentarians. UN Decolonisation Case: Two Legislative Assembly members, Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss, told the UN Committee of 24 that the Islands’ residents fund healthcare and university education from their own economy and renewed calls for a visiting mission. Hydrocarbons & Rights: Lord Collins told the OAS that Islanders’ democratic choice includes developing natural resources, saying sovereignty discussions must respect the principle that Islanders’ wishes come first. Local Industry Update: New concrete pumps have arrived in the Falklands, with training for local construction crews to reduce reliance on external contractors. Sport & Community: The Islands’ annual London parliamentary reception highlighted sport across more than 20 disciplines, ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Falklands in London: The Falkland Islands Government hosted its annual parliamentary reception at the House of Commons Terrace Pavilion, bringing about 200 guests together to spotlight how sport supports community life ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Speakers included local and UK figures, with displays of ten team jerseys showing participation across more than 20 disciplines, including hockey, football and shearing. Self-determination push at the UN/OAS: Falklands MLAs Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss addressed the UN Committee of 24 in New York, renewing calls for a visiting mission and arguing for Islanders’ right to self-determination. Separately, the Falklands Government urged Canada to back that right at this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama, pointing to Canada’s past support for Greenland and Ukraine. Construction upgrade: The Islands have taken delivery of new concrete pumps, with local workers trained to use them—reducing reliance on external contractors for concrete laying. Sport and identity: A World Cup feature on Mauricio Pochettino’s impact in the US underlines how major tournaments can unite divided communities—an angle resonating with the Falklands’ own sporting diplomacy.

Falklands diplomacy: Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly members Dorothy “Dot” Gould and Michael Goss have defended Islanders’ right to self-determination at the UN’s Committee of 24, renewing calls for a visiting mission and stressing local funding of healthcare and education plus the territory’s legal case. OAS push: The Falklands Government is also urging Canada to publicly back self-determination at this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama, pointing to Canada’s past support for other self-determination cases. Hydrocarbons and rights: Lord Collins told the OAS that Islanders’ democratic choice includes developing natural resources, arguing sovereignty discussions must not override consent and self-determination. Construction upgrade: The Falklands has taken delivery of new concrete pumps, with local workers trained to use them—reducing reliance on external contractors and speeding up building work. Agriculture skills: Gordonstoun School introduced a practical Countryside Management BETCH, including British Wool Board Blue Seal sheep shearing training for students. Maritime note: St Helena marked the International Day of the Seafarer by paying tribute to retired bosun Patrick Williams and his 39-year career on the RMS St Helena.

Falklands diplomacy: The Falkland Islands Government is urging Canada to publicly back Islanders’ right to self-determination at this week’s OAS General Assembly in Panama, after MLA Michael Goss and MLA Dorothy “Dot” Gould met Canadian officials in Ottawa seeking support. UN decolonisation push: Gould and Goss also addressed the UN Special Committee on Decolonisation (C24) on June 25, renewing a call for a visiting mission to the Islands and arguing that local people should decide their political future. Energy and resources stance: Lord Collins told the OAS session that hydrocarbon development is a democratic choice by Islanders and part of self-determination, stressing sovereignty discussions must not override consent. Construction update: New concrete pumps have been delivered to the Falklands, with local workers trained to lay concrete themselves, reducing reliance on external contractors. Maritime heritage: St Helena marked the International Day of the Seafarer by paying tribute to retired bosun Patrick Williams, reflecting the wider importance of sea transport across the South Atlantic.

Falklands Energy & Sovereignty: Lord Collins told the OAS General Assembly that hydrocarbon development in the Falklands is a democratic choice by Islanders and part of their right to self-determination, adding that sovereignty discussions can’t override the Islanders’ wishes. Falklands Construction: The Falklands Public Works Department says a port causeway alignment issue is “not as bad as first feared” after its investigation. Falklands Ports & Infrastructure: New concrete pumps have been delivered to the Islands, with local crews trained to run them—reducing reliance on external contractors for concrete laying. Maritime & Heritage: The Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust will back keynotes at the Expedition Cruise Network conference in London (29-30 Sept), including a 3D model display of the Endurance wreck discovered in 2022. UK Heat Disruption: A UK heatwave has triggered more school closures on Friday, with extreme temperatures and wildfire impacts reported across the country.

Self-Determination & Energy: Lord Collins told the OAS that Falkland Islanders’ wishes must come first, and that hydrocarbon development is a democratic choice for the Islanders’ economic benefit. Local Governance & Trade: Falkland Islanders urged Canada to publicly back their right to self-determination at an Americas assembly, as Argentina’s claim remains a live issue. Construction & Skills: The Falklands has taken a step toward in-house capability, with new concrete pumps delivered and local workers trained to complete more laying work themselves. Maritime & Heritage: The Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust is backing the Expedition Cruise Network Conference, where marine archaeologist Mensun Bound and trends analyst Dr Antonia Ward will speak, with a 3D model of the Endurance on display. Industry & Offshore: Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas says it has advanced workstreams including in the Falkland Islands, citing new partners, farm-out progress, and upcoming regulatory and operational milestones. Shipping & Seafarers: St Helena marked International Day of the Seafarer with a tribute to retired bosun Patrick Williams, reflecting the wider South Atlantic maritime culture.

Falklands Construction: New concrete pumps have been delivered to the Islands, with local construction workers trained to run them—an upgrade that should cut reliance on external contractors, though it requires early starts to finish in daylight. Local Infrastructure: The Falkland Islands Government says its investigation into a port causeway alignment issue found during construction is less serious than first feared. Self-Determination Diplomacy: Falkland Islanders are urging Canada to publicly back their right to self-determination at an Americas assembly, as Argentina continues its claim over the territory. UK Trade Fallout: A new look back at Brexit’s decade impact highlights that the Falklands faced tariffs and quotas on exports to the EU after the UK left. Maritime Heritage & Tourism: The Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust will support the Expedition Cruise Network Conference with a 3D model display of the Endurance shipwreck, tying local heritage to global expedition travel. Global Context: Argentina settles US$15.6m in UN dues while lobbying for IAEA chief Rafael Grossi’s UN secretary-general bid.