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.
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
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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.
CAA Files Brief on Appropriate Definition of Premium Cigars
The Cigar Association of America (CAA) filed a brief with the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia on Friday, June 6, 2025, in accordance with the Circuit Court of Appeals’ direction to address the appropriate definition of “premium cigar.”
George Rico Appointed to the PCA Board of Directors
Last week, Max Bichler resigned from his position at Rocky Patel Premium Cigars and his recently announced position on the PCA Board of Directors. With Bitchler’s resignation, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) is announcing the appointment of George Rico of Gran Habano to fill Bichler’s position as an associate member on the PCA Board of Directors.
Raíces Cubanas Expands Internationally with German Distribution
Raíces Cubanas has announced a new distribution agreement with VCF/Woermann Cigars, who will serve as the exclusive distributor of the Raíces brand in Germany.
