Philip Morris Limited (PML), the affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI) in the UK and Ireland, has today announced the launch of IQOS ILUMA, the latest and most innovative addition to its growing portfolio of smoke-free products, designed for adult smokers who would otherwise continue to smoke cigarettes. The IQOS ILUMA series sees a line-up of three innovative devices – IQOS ILUMA PRIME, IQOS ILUMA and IQOS ILUMA ONE. All three are built with the same revolutionary technology at their core but have been designed to address varied preferences and different price points. IQOS ILUMA ONE ..read more

Imperial has announced the launch of three further flavours for its popular blu bar range to help retailers tap into the rising demand of disposables and drive sales this summer. Available to buy now at the same RRP of £5.99*, the new additions joining the blu bar line up include Tropical Mix, Apple Ice and Mint Ice, taking the total flavour range up to 13 variants. Collectively, these flavour characteristics, including apple, pineapple, mint and mango, accounted for 10.75% of all vaping sales over the last six months, with their share contribution almost doubling vs. the same period a year a ..read more

RELX International is expanding its impressive line-up of premium closed pod vapes with two new disposable product SKUs, launching in the UK in spring 2023. New devices, WAKA soPro and WAKA soFit, both launch with 600 puffs and provide an unparalleled taste profile thanks to a cutting-edge and improved MESH 2.0 coil that maximises the richness of flavour in every puff. The enhanced coil ensures minimal e-liquid goes to waste while offering maximum depth of flavour and a smooth, satisfying inhale. Small and shaped like a pebble, WAKA soPro, discreetly fits inside small pockets, while boasting 1 ..read more

Designed for adult nicotine users only, VEEBA sets a high standard in the quality, compliance, responsibility and sustainability of disposable e-vapour products in the UK Philp Morris Limited (PML), the affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI) in the UK and Ireland, has today announced the expansion of its multi-category portfolio of science-based smoke-free products, by launching VEEBA—a premium, responsible, and sustainable disposable e-vapour device, developed specifically for use by adult smokers and existing adult nicotine users that are looking for a better alternative to continued ..read more

Juul Labs’ all new JUUL2 system has been awarded Product of the Year 2023 in the ‘Vaping & Heated Tobacco Products’ category, following an independent nationwide survey of 8,000 adult consumers by Kantar. The annual Product of the Year Award is the largest and most comprehensive study of product innovation in the UK, shortlisted by a panel of experts and awarded by the public. Of the award, Efe Abebe-Heywood, Snr Director of Communications & Brand at Juul Labs UK said: “We are extremely proud that our commitment to product quality and innovation has been recognised by the voters who aw ..read more

JAC Vapour, the UK’s leading independent vape brand, has released a new product, adding to their bespoke collection and as a disruptor in the disposable sector; Introducing the Puff Box … a brand new concept, the indisposable disposable vape. While the disposable vape device market has become increasingly popular within the convenience sector due to their simplicity and ease of use, this convenience comes with a cost for the end user. Cost savings Disposable vaping devices are one of the most expensive methods of vaping, with the average cost per unit of £5.99, for approximately 600 puffs. Tha ..read more

Recent data shows that both closed pod systems and basic open systems remain popular choices for vapers, accounting for 70% of the total UK vaping market size in 2022 (35% closed pod systems / 35% open systems, ECigIntelligence). But although these devices account for a large majority of the share, there is also significant growth in the disposables category, which is currently worth around £132m and makes up 10% of the market share – up from 5% in 2021 (ECigIntelligence ). “Wholesalers should ensure they review their range regularly and prioritise stocking the brands that cater to these fast ..read more

Leading disposable vape manufacturer Geek Bar is making its E600 range even more appealing to UK vapers with a significant upgrade to include the latest mesh coil technology. The revamped version of the entry-level E600, itself a smaller, lighter successor to the original Geek Bar, will be on sale in specialist vape retailers and convenience stores after Christmas. Geek Bar’s novel KA1 mesh coil technology provides extra vapour and a more consistent, mellower flavour. The silky smooth experience is very different from the rough sensation associated with tobacco products and this may encourage ..read more

With disposables dominating sales within the booming vape category, Imperial is excited to announce its entrance into the market with its new blu bar vape range. Now available to purchase from wholesalers, consumers will be able to explore a world of flavour through blu bar, the new disposable vape offering from blu – the pioneers of vaping. The blu bar range comprises a quality collection of disposable and ready-to-use vape products with a compact pocket size design that allows for the ultimate on-the-go convenience. Each blu bar device contains 20mg of nicotine in 2ml of liquid[i] providing ..read more

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