The French engineering company Gaztransport & Technigaz (GTT) is suspending its operations in Russia.

"Following an in-depth review of the eighth and ninth rounds of European sanctions banning the provision of engineering services to Russian companies, the group is announcing that it is halting its operations in Russia," the statement said.

It is noted that from January 8, the company suspends the contract with the Russian shipbuilding complex Zvezda.