Not in Germany Oct 13, 2008
The detainees are suspected members of the Tambov gang, which is considered one of the world's most powerful Russian mafia groups. Petrov is said to be the head of the Tambov group. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Spain raids 'major Russian gang' Jun 14, 2008
The suspects are said to have belonged to the Tambov organised crime group. The well-known group - named after a region in central Russia - is based in St Petersburg. (BBC News -- Europe)
Dentist Leading Turkmenistan Solicits Foreigners on Drilling for Gas, Oil Jan 31, 2008
His Msida-based trading and consulting company, Intertecnica (Malta) Ltd., is now raising funds for a $130 million beetroot sugar plant south of Moscow, opening a showroom for Chinese sport utility vehicles in Tambov, central Russia, and finding international partners for a Bosnian banking and insurance magnate, he says. Excess of Ambition. (Bloomberg)
Putin's former prime minister wants guarantees of fair election Dec 20, 2007
He said the authorities could impede his campaign, saying his supporters had failed to secure a meeting place for a campaign stop Thursday in the city of Tambov, suggesting Kremlin pressure was to blame. Kasyanov severely criticized the government's economic policy, saying it has relied heavily on oil revenues and failed to implement reforms and curb inflation, which is expected to hit 12 percent this year. (North County Times)
Official results: Putin's party wins 64.3% in parliamentary elections Dec 9, 2007
The Communist Party enjoyed highest support in the Tambov region -- 19. 17 percent and the Oryol region -- 17. (Xinhuanet, China)
Local pastor visits Russia Jun 22, 2007
We currently have a seven-year commitment in Tambov,'' Powell said ... Tambov is the capital of a region in Russia and the fourth such capital Powell has been to there ... Two weeks from now, there will be a tent set up in the town square (in Tambov) where they will be sharing the message of Christ,'' Powell said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
The Geopolitics of Accounts Receivable Mar 28, 2007
Prior to arriving at Tenex, Smirnov was head of the St. Petersburg Fuel Company, reputedly tied to the Tambov crime group. He later was in charge of the state company responsible for supplying the presidential administration. (Ocnus.net)
