Helsinki firm suspected of exporting sanctioned goods to Russia
Finnish Customs is investigating a Helsinki-based freight forwarding company suspected of exporting industrial goods to Russia in breach of international sanctions. The alleged activity took place between 2022 and 2025, with the value of the exported goods estimated at €300,000.
The company is accused of exporting items including bearings and motors suitable for industrial use. Customs believes many of the shipments were routed through third countries, mainly Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan, after leaving the European Union via Lithuania, Poland, or Bulgaria.