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A festival of Russian films was held in India in honor of National Unity Day

A festival of Russian films dedicated to the National Unity Day of Russia was held in Chennai, India. The event has become a symbol of strengthening cultural ties between Russia and India.

Policy

Russia raises customs duties for the first time in 20 years: what will change from January 1st

635 03.11

Russia is raising customs duties for the first time in two decades. The changes will take effect on January 1 and will affect imported shipments worth over 10 million rubles.

Customs and International Trade

The Central Bank is preparing rules for cryptocurrencies in foreign economic activity: legalization or control?

1,253 03.11

The Central Bank of Russia is developing new rules for the use of cryptocurrencies in international settlements. This may radically change the approach to foreign economic activity and weaken dependence on the dollar.

Cryptocurrency

Small carriers under threat: the logistics market is undergoing a transformation

1,829 03.11

The Russian trucking market is undergoing a difficult transformation. The biggest risks are faced by small companies, which are finding it increasingly difficult to withstand rising costs and unstable demand.

Cargo transportation

Optimizing e-commerce delivery: trends and solutions from the TransRussia Summit

280 02.11

At the TransRussia summit, experts discussed how logistics for e-commerce can be both fast, affordable and customer-oriented.

EDI and IT in Logistics

Integrated logistics in Russia is gaining momentum: demand has increased by 30% since the beginning of the year

972 02.11

Integrated logistics solutions are becoming more and more in demand among businesses. How the dynamics have changed in 2025 — in the analysis of "Business Lines".

Warehouses and cargo terminals

Russian Logistics of the future: how a sovereign infrastructure will strengthen the country's technological security

1,607 02.11

Russia's technological independence begins with logistics. Why exactly control over the logistics infrastructure is becoming the key to strategic security is explained in the analysis.

EDI and IT in Logistics

How Russian software helped automate cosmetics sales on marketplaces

1,620 02.11

Russian companies are increasingly betting on automating business processes with the help of domestic solutions. One example is the successful case of 1C implementation in the field of online cosmetics trade.

EDI and IT in Logistics

How to transfer money to Kazakhstan from Russia: current methods and restrictions in 2025

596 01.11

We will tell you how you can legally transfer money to Kazakhstan from Russia in 2025: limits, commissions and three relevant methods.

Currency

Russian IT solutions interested BRICS participants at the congress in Brasilia

964 01.11

At the BRICS Forum in Brazil, the Russian ITG corporation presented its digital products and aroused the interest of international partners. The focus is on cloud platforms, automation, and green data centers.

EDI and IT in Logistics

The main trend of TransRussia: how does e-commerce balance between fast delivery and profit

372 31.10

The TransRussia forum hosted a live panel discussion on logistics in e-commerce. The experts discussed how to deliver orders quickly without losing profits, and which technologies will help businesses adapt.

Marketplaces

The Central Bank of Russia proposed to legalize crypto exchange: control instead of chaos

462 31.10

The Central Bank of Russia is calling for the urgent introduction of regulation of crypto exchanges in order to bring the market out of the "shadow" and protect participants from risks.

Cryptocurrency

Marketplaces are replacing bookstores: online has become the main sales channel for books in Russia

505 31.10

In 2025, marketplaces became the main sales channel for printed books in Russia for the first time, displacing offline stores. Online is becoming a major force in the book industry.

Marketplaces

Online shopping — new recreation areas: how marketplaces are becoming part of the digital leisure of Russians

1,792 31.10

Online shopping in Russia has ceased to be solely a way of purchasing goods — for most users it has become a form of recreation and a source of inspiration. The Yandex Rhythm study reveals how customer behavior has changed in the digital environment.

Marketplaces

Customs duties will increase from 2026: what will change for importers

622 30.10

Starting from January 1, 2026, new rates of customs duties will begin to apply in Russia. The government has approved inflation-adjusted indexation. The maximum import fee will increase significantly to 73,860 rubles.

Customs and International Trade

Russia has temporarily simplified the import of goods across the border with Kazakhstan

1,515 30.10

The Russian president has temporarily simplified the import of goods from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. The new rules are valid until December 10 and are designed to facilitate the work of businesses and customs.

Customs and International Trade

The Central Bank lowered the rate to 16.5%: what does this mean for the ruble, investments and inflation

1,045 29.10

The Bank of Russia lowered its key rate to 16.5%. Experts explain why the regulator took this step and predict how the decision will affect the ruble, inflation and the stock market.

Economy

Containers are getting cheaper: shipping rates from China have collapsed to a minimum

1,437 29.10

The container shipping market from China to Russia is experiencing turbulence: rates are falling, competition is growing, and logistics is adapting to new challenges.

Cargo transportation

The first 40 semi-trailers of Wildberries' own production have entered routes across Russia

659 29.10

Wildberries has started operating the first 40 of its own semi-trailers manufactured in the Moscow region. This step will reduce costs and strengthen control over the logistics infrastructure.

Cargo transportation

Most Russians buy clothes and shoes on marketplaces instead of stores

2,024 29.10

Most Russians choose marketplaces to buy clothes and shoes, trusting digital platforms more than traditional stores.

Marketplaces

Articles

How to identify a reliable logistics partner in the BRICS countries

747 16.09

Working with BRICS is a world of contrasts. On the one hand, China's logistics is almost perfect, on the other hand, huge distances and problems in Russia and Brazil. In such circumstances, choosing a logistics partner is not a matter of price, but a matter of the survival of your business. In this article, we look at what to really look at, how to distinguish empty promises from real guarantees, and why a simple counterparty check can save you from big problems.

Cargo transportation

TOP 10 popular cargo transportation destinations in Russia in 2025

837 02.09

The logistics map of Russia in 2025 has been transformed under the influence of new economic realities. It is critically important for carriers and shippers to understand which routes form the basis of a country's transport system. Let's look at the key delivery directions that define the logistics landscape.

Cargo transportation

The Federal Customs Service, the Federal Tax Service and Currency Control: how Big Brother works in Russian Foreign economic Activity

1,017 31.08

Do you think there are still grey areas in the foreign economic activity? Those days are over. The Federal Customs Service, the Federal Tax Service and the currency control authorities (the Central Bank of the Russian Federation and authorized banks) now interact in real time to ensure control over foreign economic activity, tax administration and compliance with currency legislation.

Customs and International Trade

Payments to China: why direct payments don't work and how to actually pay

1,466 31.08

Do you think that payments in yuan have solved all the problems with payments to China? It's an illusion. Large Chinese banks are still afraid of secondary sanctions, and compliance for Russian companies has become prohibitive. This article provides an honest analysis of why direct transfers do not work, and why working through a payment agent is the most reliable payment method today.

Customs and International Trade

Specifics of logistics with Africa and the BRICS countries

2,757 01.08

We analyze cargo transportation to Africa, the role of Russia, export to Brazil and delivery to South Africa. Learn about new corridors, challenges and opportunities for your business.

Logistics, cargo

How to organize exports from Russia to Brazil: logistics and documents

1,397 25.07

A complete guide to exporting from Russia to Brazil. Logistics, routes, customs clearance and all necessary documents for the delivery of your goods.

Logistics, cargo

How logistics works between Russia and China

2,822 21.07

China is a special world with its own unique culture, language and mentality. Before discussing logistics, it is important to learn how to conduct a dialogue, what to negotiate and in what manner, and what specifics to consider when concluding transactions. Only after completing this important path can you proceed to choosing the appropriate delivery methods.

Logistics, cargo

How does multimodal delivery between Russia and Asia work?

1,690 14.07

We understand how multimodal transportation from Asia works. Discover routes through China, the North-South corridor, and the complexities faced by modern logistics.

Cargo transportation