On July 23, 2025, China Tobacco International (HK) Co., Ltd. and China Tobacco Sichuan Industrial Co., Ltd. formalized an exclusive global distribution agreement for Great Wall Cigars, excluding the Chinese mainland market, at the Great Wall Cigar Factory in Shifang, Sichuan.
Dominique London and Tang Tobacco Announce Strategic Partnership
Dominique London, Europe’s largest premium cigar and spirits retailer, has announced a strategic partnership agreement with Tang Tobacco Limited, the shareholder of The Pacific Cigar Company Limited, the distributor for Habanos in Asia Pacific.
Raíces Enters the Swiss Market
Raíces Cubanas has partnered with The Royal Cigar Company AG, who will distribute the Raíces brand throughout Switzerland.
Tobacco Patron Heinrich Villiger Passed Away at the Age of 95
Heinrich Villiger passed away peacefully on 25 July 2025 at the age of 95.
A Summer Slow Burn Soirée
Smack-dab in the middle of July, prominent west-end Toronto tobacconist Cigar Studio hosted their big summer 2025 event titled ‘The Slow Burn Soirée’, an affair set to the backdrop of a large, elegant patio space complete with a pool and private cabanas.
Niche products and EU SMEs hit the most by Commission’s proposal
On 16 July 2025, the European Commission unveiled a proposal to revise the Tobacco Excise Directive.
Amarati Signs Exclusive North America Deal with CSI
Amarati Cigars is proud to announce an exclusive sales broker partnership with Cigars Specialist International (CSI) for the North American market.
Light ‘em Up Lounge – July / August 2025
The cigar community gathers in the Light ’em Up Lounge every Wednesday during the summer months to discuss the latest developments in the industry and get to know the stars of the cigar world better.
Cigar Trophy 2025 – Five Days Left to Vote
Only five days left to submit your votings! Vote now!
Raíces Is Now Available in Canada
Raíces Cubanas announces their continuing expansion into the international market.
NZ Industry Icon Celebrates 30 Years with Business Expansion
Celebrating 30 years at the forefront of New Zealand’s cigar industry, Grant “The Cigar Merchant” Ovenden is proud to announce a pivotal evolution in his business operations.
Big Party: Vegafina Momentum
VegaFina started a slow-motion process or rebranding in 2019, with the release of its most premium series: VegaFina 1998.
