What to include, when they’re needed, and who does what. Electronic Export Information (EEI) filings are a critical part of export compliance, required for most U.S. shipments to foreign destinations. This webinar offers a comprehensive overview of EEI filings, explaining when and how to file, the importance of accuracy, and the potential consequences of non-compliance. We’ll dive into the specific requirements, common pitfalls, and best practices for ensuring that your EEI filings are timely and correct, helping you avoid costly errors and penalties.
Justice: Freight Forwarder Indicted for Scheme to Evade Russian Sanctions
Justice: Freight Forwarder Indicted for Scheme to Evade Russian Sanctions
December 13, 2024/
From December 2022 to December 2024, Mazulina allegedly conspired with Russian freight forwarding companies and others to unlawfully ship controlled industrial oil and gas equipment from the United States to Russia via intermediary countries, according to an indictment. In June 2023, Mazulina reportedly acknowledged using third-party bank accounts for payments because many of her clients were under U.S. sanctions. To disguise the scheme, she allegedly submitted false export documents to the U.S. government, hiding that the goods were destined for Russia.
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