Cigar News: Cigar Industry
Gurkha Pulls Out of American Caribbean Cigars Akquisition
Gurkha Cigars has decided to not acquire American Caribbean Cigars and has announced that the company will build its own 100,000 square foot factory.
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May 31 is proclaimed „International Enjoy a Cigar Day“
Cigar Rights of America and Cigar Rights of Europe have proclaimed May 31, 2018, the „ 1st International Enjoy a Cigar Day“.
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Davidoff of Geneva USA Names New Commercial Head
Davidoff of Geneva USA, the US based subsidiary of Oettinger Davidoff AG, announced that Dylan Austin has been named Vice President of Sales and Marketing
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Founder of Oliva Cigar Co., Gilberto Oliva Sr., dies aged 86
In Gilberto Oliva Sr., the cigar world is losing yet another great personality. He passed away on December 16, 2017, in Miami at the age of 86.
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Cigar Legend José O. Padrón Passes Away, Aged 91
Today, the sad news reaches the branch and cigar lovers all around the world that José Orlando Padrón, founder of Padrón Cigars, passed away at the age of 91, surrounded by his family.
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Royal Agio Cigars Opens U.S. Distribution Headquarters
Drew Estate & Royal Agio Cigars formally announced the opening of the Royal Agio Cigars U.S.A. headquarters in Bradenton, Florida.
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Former General Cigar President Dan Carr Named to Lead ITG Brands
Dan Carr has been named president and chief executive officer of ITG Brands, succeeding David Taylor, who has announced his retirement effective January 31, 2018.
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Oettinger Davidoff AG Opens New Headquarters in Basel
The newly constructed building and head office of the Basel-based business is replacing the company’s 1930 building on the same site.
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Villiger Hires Manuel Garcia as Advisor to International Handmade Cigar Division
Villiger Cigars announced that Manuel Garcia will join the Villiger International Handmade Cigar Division at the ABAM cigar factory in Santo Domingo.
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Gurkha Miami Event to Benefit Hurricane Irma Relief Efforts
Gurkha Cigars teamed up with Macallan and Hugo Boss to create a VIP experience that will help raise funds for those devastated by Hurricane Irma.
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