TOKYO -- Logistics in Russia is practically grinding to a halt as the U.S. and Europe tighten sanctions, hampering imports of products and parts as well as exports of rare resources and grain.
Shipments grind to halt as Europe blocks sea routes

An Ocean Network Express container vessel. The Japanese shipper has stopped taking orders to ship goods to Russian ports such as St. Petersburg. (Photo by Kazuto Shimada)
TOKYO -- Logistics in Russia is practically grinding to a halt as the U.S. and Europe tighten sanctions, hampering imports of products and parts as well as exports of rare resources and grain.