EUROPEAN SANCTIONS ENFORCEMENT
- VYTIS MALECKAS
- Jun 4, 2024
- 1 min read
Lithuania - four suspects being investigated for dual-use exports.
By Mark Handley.
APRIL 10, 2024 BY MARK HANDLEY
Lithuania – Customs Department launches investigation into exports to Russia
Following press reporting into allegations that the Viciūnai Group of companies were exporting sanctioned goods to Russia, it is now being reported that the Lithuanian Customs Department has commenced a pre-trial investigation.
The allegations include that dual use and “battlefield” goods were being exported to a factory in Kaliningrad operated by a related company.
It is reported that the company has confirmed the fact of the exports, but claims that it was not aware that the goods in question (which includes ball bearings, semi-conductors, electrical components and other goods) were subject to sanctions.
EUROPEAN SANCTIONS ENFORCEMENT
Over 2,000 announced ongoing investigations.
Over €307 million in fines since 2017.
Enforcement action in 27 European countries.
Over 235 convictions / fines / penalties since 2017.
Duane Morris attorneys track and analyze the latest developments in sanctions and export control enforcement across Europe. This blog is dedicated to and focused on regulatory and criminal enforcement of sanctions and related export controls across Europe, the UK and the EU.
Courtesy: Duane Morris London Office
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