Arturo Fuente, Casa Carrillo, Padrón and Rocky Patel Join World Cigar Show Dubai Lineup

With just weeks remaining, the addition of Arturo Fuente, Casa Carrillo, Padrón Cigars and Rocky Patel brings momentum to the event.

 Presented in partnership with PCA, World Cigar Show offers industry professionals an opportunity to explore premium cigar brands, connect with potential business partners and better understand the market. Registration is complimentary for professionals working within the sector.

Baqer Mohebi Enterprises will showcase the four first-time exhibiting brands at Stand C240. The broader exhibitor lineup includes Capitol, VegaFina, God of Fire, Blackbird Cigars, Principle Cigars, JM Tobacco, Davtian Premium Cigars, Garo Cigars, Gerard, DBA Thai Cigars, La Flor de Portuondo Cigars, DH Signature, Clair De Brume, Puros Artesanos Import, SikarInfuse and The Leaf Master. Exhibiting suppliers also represent machinery, packaging, humidors and accessories, offering attendees opportunities to explore products and services supporting the premium cigar business. PCA will be available at Stand C220 to connect with members and industry professionals.

 The show floor will also feature Vintage Cigars, alongside dedicated hospitality spaces — including the Vintage Cigars-sponsored smoking lounge and The Leaf Master Cigar Terrace.

Industry Education with an International Perspective

Beyond the exhibition, the conference program will examine premium cigars through the perspectives of heritage, luxury, hospitality and international commerce. Sessions will explore consumer behavior in Asia, the Middle East’s hospitality-driven cigar market, opportunities in Africa and the importance of preserving the identity of handmade cigars. 

H.E. Renso Herrera Franco, Ambassador of the Dominican Republic to the UAE, will deliver a keynote. The program will also feature welcome remarks from PCA CEO Joshua Habursky and participation by PCA Director of International Affairs and Education Ricardo Carioni.

 The speaker lineup includes Darren Ciofi, Anto Mahroukian, David Davtian, Amer Al-Tamimi, Ra'ed W. Saqfelhait, Jonas Santana and Elena Hu of Raching Humidors. Eric Piras and Antoine Riberet of Cigraal will bring an additional perspective from PCA’s industry partners in Asia, while importers and distributors from Qatar, Kuwait and other countries from the region will contribute insights into their respective markets.

 Beyond the Show Floor

PCA and its event partners are also offering four separately ticketed social experiences November 10–12, extending opportunities to connect throughout the visit:

• Sea Smoke — November 10: An evening cruise along Dubai Canal aboard a traditional Arabian dhow, featuring premium cigars, skyline views, music and hospitality.
• Desert Smoke — November 11: An evening of premium cigars, Arabian hospitality, entertainment and a traditional barbecue dinner in the desert.
• Luncheon Cigar with Joshua, CEO of PCA — November 12: A small-group luncheon connecting the Gulf region’s cigar community with PCA leadership.
• Private Yacht Cigar Night — November 12: A gathering at Dubai Harbour featuring premium cigars, networking, music and waterfront hospitality.

Sea Smoke, Desert Smoke and the luncheon are offered in cooperation with The Leaf Master. Private Yacht Cigar Night is offered in cooperation with Amarati Cigars, managed by Vintage Cigars Group. Each experience has limited capacity and requires separate registration and payment; social events are not included with show registration.

To register for World Cigar Show, visit wtprocessandmachinery.com/world-cigar-show. The exhibitor directory, conference agenda and PCA social event information are available online.