From May 16 to June 7, the global cigar family has the opportunity to nominate their best brands, cigars, accessories and lounges. The best five of them will then be published for voting in the second round.
Regulatory Fees Declared Unconstitutional in Estonia
The Estonian Constitutional Court has issued its ruling today confirming the unconstitutionality of the new EU-CEG fees applicable for cigars as of 1 January 2025 in Estonia.
ProCigar Reaffirms Its Social Commitment
The Association of Dominican Cigar Manufacturers (ProCigar) continues to strengthen its commitment to the country’s social development through initiatives that promote education, inclusion, and the creation of opportunities for new generations.
ProCigar Appoints Mr. Cascella as President for the 2026–28 Term
The Association of Dominican Cigar Manufacturers (ProCigar) announced the election of Tabacalera Fuente as the presiding company of the organization for the 2026– 2028 term, represented by its CEO, Mr. Ciro Cascella. His appointment was formalized during the Annual General Assembly, held on April 30th, 2026.
Villiger Söhne Holding AG Appoints New CEO
The Board of Directors of Villiger Söhne Holding AG has appointed Christoph Schüpbach as the new CEO of the Villiger Group and thanks current Managing Director Clemens Gütermann, who will retire in 2027 after completion of a comprehensive handover phase.
PIO Resurrection Introduces New Design
PIO Cigars has introduced an updated visual identity for its core line, PIO Resurrection, marking a change in the product’s presentation.
The Premium Cigar Association Concludes a Successful PCA26
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) successfully concluded its annual trade show and convention, PCA26, held April 17–20, 2026, in New Orleans.
Tatuaje Old Man And The C Monster at PCA 2026
A sneak peek of Tatuaje’s Old Man and the C Monster was on display at the Tatuaje Booth (#2931) last weekend at PCA. The Limited Release, scheduled for later this year, features a 7 x 44 Lonsdale and Culebra of the Creature blend.
PCA Expands into Asia Through Strategic Partnership with Cigraal
The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) announced a new strategic partnership with Cigraal, a leading premium cigar development and distribution company across Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa.
HumidifGroup Announces Expansion of Cigar Box Factory in Estelí
HumidifGroup today announced the expansion of its Cigar Box Factory (CBF) operations in Estelí, Nicaragua, with the construction of a second, purpose-built manufacturing facility. The new factory, opening in 2026, will significantly increase the company’s production capacity and allow it to offer improved pricing and faster delivery timelines to its global client base.
Eric Piras and Team at 2026 PCA
Now present in 30+ countries, Confidenciaal’s rapid growth continues into 2026, with strong focus on the American market.
Plasencia Cigars Introduces New Packaging
Plasencia Cigars introduces new packaging across its portfolio, marking the first full expression of the brand’s recently updated identity, including its new logo.
