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Feb 20, 2025

Problems with container transit through Russia: random blockades or issue resolved? | RailFreight.com

In October 2024, Russia introduced a directive prohibiting the transit of dual-use goods through its territory. European and Chinese companies have since been saying that containers are being blocked

In October 2024, Russia introduced a directive prohibiting the transit of dual-use goods through its territory. European and Chinese companies have since been saying that containers are being blocked and sent back – sometimes without good reason. Now that some time has passed, the issues seem to have been resolved for some, whereas they are still ongoing for others.

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In October 2024, Russia introduced a directive prohibiting the transit of dual-use goods through its territory. European and Chinese companies have since been saying that containers are being blocked and sent back – sometimes without good reason. Now that some time has passed, the issues seem to have been resolved for some, whereas they are still ongoing for others.