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Ford suspending JV operations in Russia

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Ford announced that it is suspending JV operations in Russia, effective immediately, until further notice. The situation has compelled us to reassess our operations in Russia. Other automakers without operations in Russia have suspended vehicle deliveries to that country, including GM, Volvo and Volkswagen.

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EIA: US, Qatar and Russia provided almost 70% of liquefied natural gas received in Europe in 2021

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In 2021, a large share of Europe’s supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) originated in the United States, Qatar, and Russia. To meet demand, Europe’s natural gas imports, particularly from Russia, have increased in recent years. Pipeline flows of natural gas from Russia decreased during 2021. Bcf/d in 2021, compared with 11.8

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Volkswagen and Toyota stop production of vehicles in Russia

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Against the background of the Russian attack on Ukraine and the resulting consequences, the Group Board of Management of Volkswagen AG has decided to stop the production of vehicles in Russia until further notice. Vehicle exports to Russia will also be stopped with immediate effect.

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Maersk, MSC, ONE suspend cargo bookings to and from Russia

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Moller – Maersk is temporarily suspending new Maersk bookings within ocean, air and intercontinental rail to and from Russia, with the exception of foodstuffs, medical and humanitarian supplies (bar dual-use items). MSC will contact customers directly, as necessary, in respect of any Russia-related cargo that is already in transit.

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Loop Energy partnering with METTEM-M on hydrogen electric powertrains for commercial vehicles in Russia; GAZ bus first project

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a developer of vehicle control systems and systems integrator, to provide hydrogen electric powertrain solutions to commercial vehicle OEMs across Russia, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and greater Europe. Loop Energy, a developer and manufacturer of hydrogen fuel cell-based solutions, is partnering with METTEM-M Ltd. ,

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Equinor to start exiting from joint ventures in Russia

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Equinor’s Board of Directors has decided to stop new investments into Russia, and to start the process of exiting Equinor’s Russian Joint Ventures. Equinor has been in Russia for more than 30 years and entered a cooperation agreement with Rosneft in 2012. billion in non-current assets in Russia.

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Renault suspending industrial activities in Russia

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Regarding its stake in AVTOVAZ, Renault Group said that it is assessing the available options, taking into account the current environment, while acting responsibly towards its 45,000 employees in Russia. Renault Group already implements the necessary measures to comply with international sanctions.

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