AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBTK Railway Upgrade: Georgia’s upgraded Baku–Tbilisi–Kars line has moved from test mode to full operation, with annual freight capacity rising fivefold from 1m to 5m tonnes—reinforcing the Middle Corridor as a key Eurasian trade route. Crypto Crackdown in Mestia: Georgia plans to install electricity meters across Mestia after officials blamed illegal crypto mining for pushing 2025 consumption to 133m kWh (about 13x typical levels), straining the grid and costing 20–25m lari annually; free power remains capped, while excess use will face tariffs and law enforcement targets large-scale miners. Energy Pipeline Management: BP says it will transfer management of the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan pipeline to SOCAR from July 1, calling it a contractual handover rather than an exit. Regional Connectivity: Georgia’s rail and air links keep expanding, with upgraded BTK operations and new regional passenger services announced, supporting tourism and business travel.
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