Manifatture Sigaro Toscano (MST) is celebrating the inclusion of its most iconic cigar, the Antico Toscano, into the official register of „Historical Brands of National Interest“. This recognition, granted by the Italian Ministry for Business and Made in Italy, is reserved for brands with over 50 years of continuous use and deep territorial roots. The status certifies the cigar’s tradition while ensuring the protection of its authenticity in international markets.
New Countries and Exclusive Locations at CSWC 2026
The start of the 17th season of the Cigar Smoking World Championship is approaching, and as always, the CSWC organization has news and additions to share.
Kenya First CSWC on African Mainland
CSWC in Kenya.
Aus M. K. & Söhne wird Kohlhase & Söhne
Die Brüder Adam und Daniel Kohlhase geben bekannt, dass ihr Unternehmen seit dem 02.03.2026 unter neuem Namen firmiert: Aus M. K. & Söhne wird die Kohlhase & Söhne GmbH.
CLE Cigar Company Announces 1916 Tabacalera Eiroa
CLE Cigar Company proudly announces the release of 1916 Tabacalera Eiroa, a new premium cigar developed under the direction of fourth-generation cigar maker Santi Eiroa.
Casa 1910 AG Announces Promotion of Rob Maneson to CEO
Casa 1910 AG today announced the promotion of Rob Maneson to Chief Executive Officer.
Tabacalera acts to enforce Chen Zhi exit
Tabacalera has filed for pre-bankruptcy proceedings in Madrid’s Commercial Court No. 8 (Spain) as the start of a maneuver to force the departure of Chen Zhi, the company’s current majority shareholder, through the investment fund Allied Cigar Corp.
CigarKings GmbH Presents its First Product for the Irish Market
CigarKings GmbH is expanding its international portfolio and presenting its first product in legally required plain packaging for the Irish market. The CigarKings Nicaragua Robusto Sun Grown and CigarKings Nicaragua Robusto Maduro are now available in packs of four.
CigarKings GmbH Präsentiert Erstes Produkt für den Irischen Markt
Die CigarKings GmbH erweitert ihr internationales Portfolio und präsentiert erstmals ein Produkt im gesetzlich vorgeschriebenen Plain Packaging für den irischen Markt. Ab sofort sind die CigarKings Nicaragua Robusto Sun Grown sowie die CigarKings Nicaragua Robusto Maduro im 4er-Etui erhältlich.
La Aurora USA Joins Cigar Association of America
The Cigar Association of America (CAA) today announced that La Aurora USA has joined the trade association.
Procigar 2026 Day Three – Power Talk
It’s no surprise that the most used word at Procigar 2026 is “pasión.” There’s a lot of passion here. It couldn’t be any other way. The festival’s central activities are the tours, where manufacturers open their homes to all attendees to share the passion they feel.
Procigar 2026 Day Two
Procigar 2026 day two.
