The purchase represents the first takeover of a publicly traded American company by a Russian firm.

With start-up capital of about $20 million, the fund is focusing on about 20 new Russian firms in information technology.

Also, some Russian firms built straight-12s for use in boats in the 1960s and 1970s.

I also want Russian firms to know that the UK can help them to achieve their business ambitions.

Trade between UK and Russian firms grew last year to £10.7bn.

We have a history of Russian firms using the UK's bond and share markets to raise the funds they need.

A6 The Russian firm whose shares have plummeted stalled for time.

On a smaller scale, Russian architectural firms design country houses in true postconstructivist shape.

European markets should in fact remain open to Russian firms.

Many prominent Russian firms and individuals were also included on the al Mada list.