Finland Tightens Sanctions and Seizure Measures on Russian Trademarks and Assets

The Finnish authorities have placed restrictions on trademarks and logos tied to several Russian entities, including ANO TV-Novosti, which runs the RT channel. The items were blocked in response to ongoing sanctions and are reflected in the country’s official records. Rights and logos previously registered for Sberbank and the Kalashnikov Concern have also been affected. These actions come as the Finnish Patent Office updates its database to reflect current EU sanctions. In related news, a Finnish government official noted a push to tighten control over property linked to Russian ownership as the term of the current government approaches its end in 2027. This includes indications that Russian real estate and participations in housing cooperatives may face enhanced oversight and potential enforcement actions to meet legal obligations. Authorities have also signaled readiness to remove long-dormant vehicles parked at Helsinki Airport as part of ongoing asset clearance and compliance efforts. Commentators have discussed the broader diplomatic context, including the potential for changes in Russia-EU relations during this period. These developments illustrate Finland’s ongoing alignment with EU policy and the practical steps being taken to enforce sanctions and protect national legal frameworks. (Citation: Finnish government briefings and official records; attribution statements as reported by national outlets.)