Yusen Logistics Russia (YLRU) has become a Federal Customs license holder, introducing a wide portfolio of Customs Clearance services within the Russian Federation. With over 10 years’ experience in the Russian market, the company is now able to offer customers total end-to-end logistics solutions within the region.  The new services include: - Full Customs Clearance of all cargo types delivered by road and air - Preparation of the required documentation for import or export Customs declarations - Preparation of AWB, CMR, TIR Carnets, including electronic copies - Definition of product codes - Customer support on tariff regulations: fees, duties and VAT - Customer support on non-tariff regulation: certificates, permits and notifications - Advice on all aspects of Customs Clearance - Customs inspection of goods  The Customs Clearance services are being introduced at the following locations:  North West Customs (St. Petersburg and city airports), South Customs (Novorossiysk), Far East Customs (Vladivostok and Nakhodka) and Central Customs (Moscow and city airports).  As part of the new service, YLRU will be supporting Customs Clearance activity at an early stage in the process; managing the necessary documentation to enable the completion of Customs Clearance at short notice, enhancing flows through the international supply chain. Dennis Pastukhov, Commercial Director, Yusen Logistics Russia, commented: “Such a step forward will allow us not only to concentrate responsibility in one hand, but also to provide a competitive service. This will reduce costs for our customers in these difficult economic times.”