Rolls-Royce has opened its second showroom in Russia.

At the opening in St Petersburg, Ian Robertson, chairman and CEO of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said: “Russia is a very important market for Rolls-Royce in continental Europe and we anticipate further growth, making it a key part of our future development plans.”

He added: “Our dealer in Russia has many years’ experience in the luxury car segment in Moscow and is uniquely positioned to provide a perfect service for our discerning clientele in St Petersburg as well.”

The grand opening was marked by a cannon shot from the Petropavlovskaya fortress; a tradition to signal the most important events which take place in the city.

The addition of the new showroom in St Petersburg brings the total number of Rolls-Royce sites in continental Europe to 19.