Public Affairs
United States
City in California Proposes Second-hand Smoking Measure
Novato—There is legislation under consideration in the California city of Novato that would regard second hand smoke as a public nuisance.
This proposal goes further than anything presently on the books in Novato, officially calling cigarette smoke a public nuisance, and changing the required percentage of non-smoking hotel rooms from 50% to 80%, as well as banning smoking in parks, at public events, and in apartment common areas. Officially, smoking is prohibited “Anywhere food or drink is offered for sale, except unenclosed areas of a stand-alone bar; within 20 feet of any entrance, opening or exit of an enclosed area, except while passing; within 20 feet from public service areas; in courtyards and other areas where air circulation may be impeded by coverings; within 20 feet of building and construction crews; in all recreational areas, including city parks; [and] at public events, including sports events, entertainment pageants, parades and fairs; in multi-unit common areas.”
Violators of this new ordinance could face fines of up to $500.
Friday, May 2, 2008
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Costly Tobacco Display Ban
Public Affairs
United Kingdom
Costly Tobacco Display Ban
London—Retailers will face "considerable operational and equipment costs" if the government goes ahead with plans that will ban the display of tobacco products, says the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS). The ACS says the government should take into account the costs involved.
This comes in response to the Department of Health intimating that cigarette displays do not do enough, or are counter-intuitive to stopping children from smoking.
United Kingdom
Costly Tobacco Display Ban
London—Retailers will face "considerable operational and equipment costs" if the government goes ahead with plans that will ban the display of tobacco products, says the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS). The ACS says the government should take into account the costs involved.
This comes in response to the Department of Health intimating that cigarette displays do not do enough, or are counter-intuitive to stopping children from smoking.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Customs Smash Tobacco Factory
Public Affairs
United Kingdom
Customs Smash Tobacco Factory
Ipswich—Revenue and Customs investigators jailed three men who participated in the illegal production of hand rolling tobacco.
Raymond Blackburn, 42 was jailed for three years, Michael James, 50, sentenced to two, and Barry Chuter, 48, has been jailed for 12 months. Two other men have also been convicted, and have yet to be sentenced.
These men worked in a illicit enterprise which manufactured hand-rolling tobacco that was to be sold on the black market, and were using equipment capable of processing approximately two tons of raw tobacco per hour. The total evaded tax comes to approximately GBP 452,000.
United Kingdom
Customs Smash Tobacco Factory
Ipswich—Revenue and Customs investigators jailed three men who participated in the illegal production of hand rolling tobacco.
Raymond Blackburn, 42 was jailed for three years, Michael James, 50, sentenced to two, and Barry Chuter, 48, has been jailed for 12 months. Two other men have also been convicted, and have yet to be sentenced.
These men worked in a illicit enterprise which manufactured hand-rolling tobacco that was to be sold on the black market, and were using equipment capable of processing approximately two tons of raw tobacco per hour. The total evaded tax comes to approximately GBP 452,000.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Sichuan Province to Concentrate on Building a High Quality Leaf Tobacco Base
Leaf News
China
Sichuan Province to Concentrate on Building a High Quality Leaf Tobacco Base
Sichuan — During a meeting between the Provincial Committee Secretary of Sichuan, Liu Qibao, and Jiang Chengkang, the director of STMA, Liu said the Sichuan government has been making efforts to improve its leaf tobacco industry.
Sichuan will move more purposefully towards modernizing the agricultural methods used for tobacco, increase the quality of its leaf tobacco and build a national strategy for its tobacco production. The Jiaozi brand is to be built into a high quality brand, and Sichuan itself will aim to strengthen the flavor of its tobacco leafs in the coming years.
Jiang confirms these plans and said that STMA will support Sichuan in these endeavors.
Sichuan has become the leaf tobacco production base for the Chunghwa, Furongwang, Huanghelou, and Hongtashan brands.
China
Sichuan Province to Concentrate on Building a High Quality Leaf Tobacco Base
Sichuan — During a meeting between the Provincial Committee Secretary of Sichuan, Liu Qibao, and Jiang Chengkang, the director of STMA, Liu said the Sichuan government has been making efforts to improve its leaf tobacco industry.
Sichuan will move more purposefully towards modernizing the agricultural methods used for tobacco, increase the quality of its leaf tobacco and build a national strategy for its tobacco production. The Jiaozi brand is to be built into a high quality brand, and Sichuan itself will aim to strengthen the flavor of its tobacco leafs in the coming years.
Jiang confirms these plans and said that STMA will support Sichuan in these endeavors.
Sichuan has become the leaf tobacco production base for the Chunghwa, Furongwang, Huanghelou, and Hongtashan brands.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Ban on Tobacco Ads Applies to Grand Prix
Public Affairs
Singapore
Ban on Tobacco Ads Applies to Grand Prix
Singapore city — The stern laws of Singapore that ban tobacco advertising will apply to the Formula One Grand Prix to be held this coming September.
According to the Ministry of Trade and Industry, any acknowledgment or publication of tobacco sponsorship is prohibited. In addition, Formula One teams continue to be subject to the laws of the countries they race in.
Since July of 2006, smokers in Singapore have been banned from lighting up in outdoor cafes and restaurants, and can only smoke at designated corners at a given premises, and smokers are not allowed to light up in air-conditioned establishments. Last year, the ban was amended to cover clubs, lounges, and pubs.
Singapore
Ban on Tobacco Ads Applies to Grand Prix
Singapore city — The stern laws of Singapore that ban tobacco advertising will apply to the Formula One Grand Prix to be held this coming September.
According to the Ministry of Trade and Industry, any acknowledgment or publication of tobacco sponsorship is prohibited. In addition, Formula One teams continue to be subject to the laws of the countries they race in.
Since July of 2006, smokers in Singapore have been banned from lighting up in outdoor cafes and restaurants, and can only smoke at designated corners at a given premises, and smokers are not allowed to light up in air-conditioned establishments. Last year, the ban was amended to cover clubs, lounges, and pubs.
Illegal Tobacco Ring Busted in Victoria
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Australia
Illegal Tobacco Ring Busted in Victoria
Victoria — Police investigations continue regarding an illegal tobacco operation in north-east Victoria. Approximately $2 mn worth of tobacco was found during raids on both a property and on a transport vehicle.
Australia
Illegal Tobacco Ring Busted in Victoria
Victoria — Police investigations continue regarding an illegal tobacco operation in north-east Victoria. Approximately $2 mn worth of tobacco was found during raids on both a property and on a transport vehicle.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Lagos Re-Files Tobacco Lawsuit
Digest
Nigeria
Lagos Re-Files Tobacco Lawsuit
Lagos — The Nigerian state of Lagos has re-filed it’s lawsuit against British American Tobacco (Nigeria) Limited, International Tobacco Limited, British American Tobacco Plc, British American Tobacco (Investment) Limited, Philip Morris International, and the Tobacco Institute for 2.7 tn naira ($22.9 bn).
The new suit has the state government as the only plaintiff, and has been filed through the “Fast Track Courts,” meaning any actions filed should be wrapped up within 8 months.
In addition, the suit asks the court to ban the sale of tobacco products with in a 1000-meter radius of hospitals, theatres, schools, shopping centers, childcare facilities, or public places where persons under the age of 18 congregate.
Nigeria
Lagos Re-Files Tobacco Lawsuit
Lagos — The Nigerian state of Lagos has re-filed it’s lawsuit against British American Tobacco (Nigeria) Limited, International Tobacco Limited, British American Tobacco Plc, British American Tobacco (Investment) Limited, Philip Morris International, and the Tobacco Institute for 2.7 tn naira ($22.9 bn).
The new suit has the state government as the only plaintiff, and has been filed through the “Fast Track Courts,” meaning any actions filed should be wrapped up within 8 months.
In addition, the suit asks the court to ban the sale of tobacco products with in a 1000-meter radius of hospitals, theatres, schools, shopping centers, childcare facilities, or public places where persons under the age of 18 congregate.
Customs Take Down Tobacco Smuggling Ring
Digest
New Zealand
Customs Take Down Tobacco Smuggling Ring
Melbourne — Over three tonnes of tobacco, two tobacco cutting machines and counterfeit packaged cigarettes have been seized during raids on a property in Melbourne, New Zealand believed to be the center of a major tobacco smuggling operation. 500 kg of tobacco was also seized by customs at a freight depot.
New Zealand authorities believe this will “severely disrupt” illegal tobacco trade within the country.
New Zealand
Customs Take Down Tobacco Smuggling Ring
Melbourne — Over three tonnes of tobacco, two tobacco cutting machines and counterfeit packaged cigarettes have been seized during raids on a property in Melbourne, New Zealand believed to be the center of a major tobacco smuggling operation. 500 kg of tobacco was also seized by customs at a freight depot.
New Zealand authorities believe this will “severely disrupt” illegal tobacco trade within the country.
BAT Provides Training to Farmers of Sichuan
Digest
China
BAT Provides Training to Farmers of Sichuan
Sichuan — British American Tobacco sent their technicians to Dechang County of Sichuan Province to hold training sessions for flue-cured tobacco floating and seeding.
China
BAT Provides Training to Farmers of Sichuan
Sichuan — British American Tobacco sent their technicians to Dechang County of Sichuan Province to hold training sessions for flue-cured tobacco floating and seeding.
China Aims for a Smoke-Free Olympic Games
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China
China Aims for a Smoke-Free Olympic Games
Beijing — China has nearly 360 mn smokers, 26% of its population and a third of the global total, and the nation is dependent on the tobacco industry for huge tax revenues.
Despite this, Chinese health officials believe that a “smoke-free” Olympics is the right decision as smoking bans increase worldwide.
Organizers have banned tobacco from many of the public places where athletes and Olympic officials are likely to meet during the games in August.
The capital has further required that 70% of all hotel rooms be non-smoking and, since October of 2007, banning taxi drivers from smoking inside their cars. Since 1996, authorities from Beijing have tried to ban smoking in public places such as restaurants, hospitals, trains, busses, libraries, and schools.
China
China Aims for a Smoke-Free Olympic Games
Beijing — China has nearly 360 mn smokers, 26% of its population and a third of the global total, and the nation is dependent on the tobacco industry for huge tax revenues.
Despite this, Chinese health officials believe that a “smoke-free” Olympics is the right decision as smoking bans increase worldwide.
Organizers have banned tobacco from many of the public places where athletes and Olympic officials are likely to meet during the games in August.
The capital has further required that 70% of all hotel rooms be non-smoking and, since October of 2007, banning taxi drivers from smoking inside their cars. Since 1996, authorities from Beijing have tried to ban smoking in public places such as restaurants, hospitals, trains, busses, libraries, and schools.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
GTC Industries to De-merge into Real Estate and Tobacco
Manufacturers News
India
GTC Industries to De-merge into Real Estate and Tobacco
New Delhi — Cigarette manufacturer GTC industries has “in-principal” approval for the de-merging the tobacco business and the real estate business into two separate entities.
Sanjay Dalmia, GTC Industries Chairman, said that the de-merger should unlock shareholder values across the tobacco and real estate industries.
After the de-merger, GTC would continue to manufacture the brands Panama and Chancellor.
India
GTC Industries to De-merge into Real Estate and Tobacco
New Delhi — Cigarette manufacturer GTC industries has “in-principal” approval for the de-merging the tobacco business and the real estate business into two separate entities.
Sanjay Dalmia, GTC Industries Chairman, said that the de-merger should unlock shareholder values across the tobacco and real estate industries.
After the de-merger, GTC would continue to manufacture the brands Panama and Chancellor.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Tobacco Auctions are Over
Leaf News
Canada
Tobacco Auctions are Over
Ontario — Tobacco manufacturers have made statements to the effect of no longer wishing to buy tobacco through the auction system. This comes after the smallest crop request in the history of Canadian tobacco production: 20 mn pounds of Ontario leaf.
This comes after a government regulation from 2003, where tobacco farmers were promised a stable crop when they invested in updated kilns and equipment.
Canada
Tobacco Auctions are Over
Ontario — Tobacco manufacturers have made statements to the effect of no longer wishing to buy tobacco through the auction system. This comes after the smallest crop request in the history of Canadian tobacco production: 20 mn pounds of Ontario leaf.
This comes after a government regulation from 2003, where tobacco farmers were promised a stable crop when they invested in updated kilns and equipment.
Government Center to Provide Cover for Tobacco Crop
Leaf News
India
Government Center to Provide Cover for Tobacco Crop
New Delhi — The Indian government has, for the first time, included tobacco on a list of crops eligible for specialized insurance.
This comes strangely follows graphic warnings being added to the packaging of all tobacco products as well as decreases in the consumption and promotion of tobacco.
The Agriculture Insurance Company has been working on a tobacco insurance product, and it appears that the premium subsidy will be approximately 50%; the insurance is designed to cover the costs of replanting in addition to any lost income.
India is one of the world’s biggest tobacco producers, providing nearly 700 mn kg of tobacco per year.
India
Government Center to Provide Cover for Tobacco Crop
New Delhi — The Indian government has, for the first time, included tobacco on a list of crops eligible for specialized insurance.
This comes strangely follows graphic warnings being added to the packaging of all tobacco products as well as decreases in the consumption and promotion of tobacco.
The Agriculture Insurance Company has been working on a tobacco insurance product, and it appears that the premium subsidy will be approximately 50%; the insurance is designed to cover the costs of replanting in addition to any lost income.
India is one of the world’s biggest tobacco producers, providing nearly 700 mn kg of tobacco per year.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
BAT Changes Finance Directors
Public Affairs
United Kingdom
BAT Changes Finance Directors
London — British American Tobacco P.L.C. (BAT) has announced that Paul Rayner will be retiring from his position as Finance Director and from the Board of the Company at the Annual General Meeting in 30 April.
Ben Stevens, the current Regional Director for Europe, will join the Board in March to succeed Rayner as Finance Director. Ben joined the BAT in 1990, and has since held many financial and general management positions in countries around the world. In 2001 he was promoted to the Management Board, responsible for M&A and corporate strategy before he took his current role as Regional Director in 2004.
Chairman of British American Tobacco Jan du Plessis said: “We are not only losing a brilliant Finance Director, but somebody who is widely respected and much liked by his colleagues worldwide.
“It is nevertheless testimony to the quality of the Group’s management that we have an immediately available successor of Ben’s caliber… I have no doubt that our Group’s finances will be in good hands."
United Kingdom
BAT Changes Finance Directors
London — British American Tobacco P.L.C. (BAT) has announced that Paul Rayner will be retiring from his position as Finance Director and from the Board of the Company at the Annual General Meeting in 30 April.
Ben Stevens, the current Regional Director for Europe, will join the Board in March to succeed Rayner as Finance Director. Ben joined the BAT in 1990, and has since held many financial and general management positions in countries around the world. In 2001 he was promoted to the Management Board, responsible for M&A and corporate strategy before he took his current role as Regional Director in 2004.
Chairman of British American Tobacco Jan du Plessis said: “We are not only losing a brilliant Finance Director, but somebody who is widely respected and much liked by his colleagues worldwide.
“It is nevertheless testimony to the quality of the Group’s management that we have an immediately available successor of Ben’s caliber… I have no doubt that our Group’s finances will be in good hands."
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Tobacco Disaster Could Wreck Industry
Leaf News
Zimbabwe
Tobacco Disaster Could Wreck Industry
Harare — Tobacco farmers are expected to produce their lowest yield in recent years, 65 mn kgs of tobacco, due to natural influences such as flooding and water shortages.
Zimbabwe produces about 20% of the leaf tobacco for Camel, Marlboro and Winston.
There is talk of Dimon, Universal and British American Tobacco pulling their investments from Zimbabwe’s tobacco industry if this downward trend continues.
Zimbabwe
Tobacco Disaster Could Wreck Industry
Harare — Tobacco farmers are expected to produce their lowest yield in recent years, 65 mn kgs of tobacco, due to natural influences such as flooding and water shortages.
Zimbabwe produces about 20% of the leaf tobacco for Camel, Marlboro and Winston.
There is talk of Dimon, Universal and British American Tobacco pulling their investments from Zimbabwe’s tobacco industry if this downward trend continues.
Judge Lifts Ban on Outdoor Tobacco Advertising
Public Affairs
Philippines
Judge Lifts Ban on Outdoor Tobacco Advertising
Marikina — Judge Alice Gutierrez of the Marikina Regional Trial Court in the Philippines made a ruling allowing tobacco firms to advertise on outdoor billboards as long as the signs remain within the store premises, a decision which has displeased local anti-tobacco groups who aim to take this case to the Supreme Court.
The ruling stated that large outdoor billboard advertising was legal as long as it occurs within the premises “of the point of sale. … Simply put, under the statute, it is clear that the area where permissible outdoor advertising may be placed is broad enough to include all areas within the perimeter of said tract of land where a paying patron can purchase or obtain tobacco products."
This case rose out of a petition by Fortune Tobacco Corp. seeking relief from the Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003, which banned “leaflets, posters and similar materials… except inside the premises of point-of-sale retail establishments.” Philip Morris, Japan Tobacco, La Suerte and Mighty Corp., are also involved in the suit with Fortune Tobacco Corp.
With this decision, outdoor advertisements, posters and leaflets, are exempted from the ad ban imposed by the earlier law.
Health Undersecretary Alexander Padilla pointed out that the ruling does not indicate any stopping of the enforcement of the cigarette outdoor ad ban; the regulation is still in place and officers should enforce the ban.
Philippines
Judge Lifts Ban on Outdoor Tobacco Advertising
Marikina — Judge Alice Gutierrez of the Marikina Regional Trial Court in the Philippines made a ruling allowing tobacco firms to advertise on outdoor billboards as long as the signs remain within the store premises, a decision which has displeased local anti-tobacco groups who aim to take this case to the Supreme Court.
The ruling stated that large outdoor billboard advertising was legal as long as it occurs within the premises “of the point of sale. … Simply put, under the statute, it is clear that the area where permissible outdoor advertising may be placed is broad enough to include all areas within the perimeter of said tract of land where a paying patron can purchase or obtain tobacco products."
This case rose out of a petition by Fortune Tobacco Corp. seeking relief from the Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003, which banned “leaflets, posters and similar materials… except inside the premises of point-of-sale retail establishments.” Philip Morris, Japan Tobacco, La Suerte and Mighty Corp., are also involved in the suit with Fortune Tobacco Corp.
With this decision, outdoor advertisements, posters and leaflets, are exempted from the ad ban imposed by the earlier law.
Health Undersecretary Alexander Padilla pointed out that the ruling does not indicate any stopping of the enforcement of the cigarette outdoor ad ban; the regulation is still in place and officers should enforce the ban.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Japan Tobacco to Open Quality Control Site in China
Manufacturer's News
Japan
Japan Tobacco to Open Quality Control Site in China
Tokyo — Japan Tobacco Inc (JT) will be setting up a quality control center in China to improve its inspection of local companies that supply food products to the Japanese market.
This follows around ten cases of food poisoning reported by consumers of frozen dumplings imported by JT subsidiary JT Foods Co from China.
JT has plans to station quality control personnel at the new center and begin routine health and quality inspections of the suppliers' factories. In addition, JT plans to institute a unified regime of quality control standards for all facilities that supply it with frozen food products.
JT operates frozen food factories in Japan and overseas, and subcontracts production of such items to companies in China, the US, Thailand and Vietnam.
In accordance with the new standards, JT plans to check pesticide usage at farms and aims to increase tests for microbes and damage to products and packages at factories.
Imports from China made about 20% of JT's refrigerated food sales, equating to approximately 50 bn yen for 2007.
Japan
Japan Tobacco to Open Quality Control Site in China
Tokyo — Japan Tobacco Inc (JT) will be setting up a quality control center in China to improve its inspection of local companies that supply food products to the Japanese market.
This follows around ten cases of food poisoning reported by consumers of frozen dumplings imported by JT subsidiary JT Foods Co from China.
JT has plans to station quality control personnel at the new center and begin routine health and quality inspections of the suppliers' factories. In addition, JT plans to institute a unified regime of quality control standards for all facilities that supply it with frozen food products.
JT operates frozen food factories in Japan and overseas, and subcontracts production of such items to companies in China, the US, Thailand and Vietnam.
In accordance with the new standards, JT plans to check pesticide usage at farms and aims to increase tests for microbes and damage to products and packages at factories.
Imports from China made about 20% of JT's refrigerated food sales, equating to approximately 50 bn yen for 2007.
No Mention of Buyout in Federal Budget
Leaf News
Canada
No Mention of Buyout in Federal Budget
Ontario — After a recent federal budget meeting, Canadian tobacco farmers have yet to be given a buyout program for their dwindling industry.
The Ontario Flue-Cured Tobacco Growers' Marketing Board pinned all its hopes on the hearing of an exit package for tobacco farmers, which was never heard. This comes as a surprise after the Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz claimed he would "do more" for the tobacco farmers than the Liberal party had done. Despite this, the board continues to have hope that buyouts for its farmers are still possible.
The Canadian tobacco industry appears to be facing another year of smaller crop yields, due in part to a parallel decrease in planting which the farmers warn is not enough to sustain their current number.
Minister for Citizenship and Immigration Diane Finley said the tobacco board's buyout proposal faces "challenges," comparing their situation to that of Canada’s pork producers, of which there are nearly 10 times as many.
Canada
No Mention of Buyout in Federal Budget
Ontario — After a recent federal budget meeting, Canadian tobacco farmers have yet to be given a buyout program for their dwindling industry.
The Ontario Flue-Cured Tobacco Growers' Marketing Board pinned all its hopes on the hearing of an exit package for tobacco farmers, which was never heard. This comes as a surprise after the Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz claimed he would "do more" for the tobacco farmers than the Liberal party had done. Despite this, the board continues to have hope that buyouts for its farmers are still possible.
The Canadian tobacco industry appears to be facing another year of smaller crop yields, due in part to a parallel decrease in planting which the farmers warn is not enough to sustain their current number.
Minister for Citizenship and Immigration Diane Finley said the tobacco board's buyout proposal faces "challenges," comparing their situation to that of Canada’s pork producers, of which there are nearly 10 times as many.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Hongta Group Plans for the Future
Manufacturer's News
China
Hongta Group Plans for the Future
Yunnan — Hongta Group held a meeting where they disclosed their plans to increase the competitiveness of their existing brands and to develop new ones.
Li Suiming, President of Hongta Group, said that the annual output of their Mount Hongtashan brand topped 1 mn cases, and that to make Hongta Group competitive on a world scale, the company should focus on the following:
“Firstly, to practically promote coordination between the manufacturing and commercial sectors and upgrade marketing in an all-round way;
“Secondly, to strengthen the competitiveness of existing cigarette brands;
"Thirdly, to lay a solid foundation for raw material supply and strengthen the capacity to guarantee the supply of raw materials for cigarette production;
“Fourthly, to lay a solid foundation for scientific-technological research for cigarette production and upgrade the independent innovation capacity;
“Fifthly, to develop a new production management system, with the system of organization of production in accordance with orders placed by customers at the core, and to improve the management proficiency;” and finally
“Sixthly, to strengthen the development of human resources and strive to develop an excellent corporate culture of Hongta Group.”
China
Hongta Group Plans for the Future
Yunnan — Hongta Group held a meeting where they disclosed their plans to increase the competitiveness of their existing brands and to develop new ones.
Li Suiming, President of Hongta Group, said that the annual output of their Mount Hongtashan brand topped 1 mn cases, and that to make Hongta Group competitive on a world scale, the company should focus on the following:
“Firstly, to practically promote coordination between the manufacturing and commercial sectors and upgrade marketing in an all-round way;
“Secondly, to strengthen the competitiveness of existing cigarette brands;
"Thirdly, to lay a solid foundation for raw material supply and strengthen the capacity to guarantee the supply of raw materials for cigarette production;
“Fourthly, to lay a solid foundation for scientific-technological research for cigarette production and upgrade the independent innovation capacity;
“Fifthly, to develop a new production management system, with the system of organization of production in accordance with orders placed by customers at the core, and to improve the management proficiency;” and finally
“Sixthly, to strengthen the development of human resources and strive to develop an excellent corporate culture of Hongta Group.”
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Tobacco One Inc. (Formerly VTWN) will be traded under TBCO
Digest
United States of America
Tobacco One Inc. (Formerly VTWN) will be traded under TBCO
Phoenix — Tobacco One Inc. (OTC: TBCO.PK) plans to acquire companies whose expertise lies in manufacturing and direct national distribution of specialty high volume high margin tobacco products.
Tobacco One plans to focus sales opportunities around Latin America in addition to acquiring a new sales force.
United States of America
Tobacco One Inc. (Formerly VTWN) will be traded under TBCO
Phoenix — Tobacco One Inc. (OTC: TBCO.PK) plans to acquire companies whose expertise lies in manufacturing and direct national distribution of specialty high volume high margin tobacco products.
Tobacco One plans to focus sales opportunities around Latin America in addition to acquiring a new sales force.
Monday, March 3, 2008
Two laws target smokers in Mexico City
Public Affairs
Mexico
Two laws target smokers in Mexico City
Mexico City — The Mexican Senate has just passed nationwide restrictions on smoking in workplaces, restaurants, bars and other public places, mandating fines for violations and possibly 36-hour jail stints for any smoker who refuses to follow these regulations. That measure, The Mexican Congress' lower house has already passed this measure and President Felipe Calderon is expected to sign it into law.
Simultaniously, Mexico City's legislative assembly approved stricter rules for the capital banning indoor smoking in public locations, tightening restrictions passed in fall of 2007, which permitted bars and restaurants to set up smoking sections.
The national law restricts smoking in offices, hospitals and buses, except in designated areas, and allows for fines of up to $50,000 for non-compliance. Another part of the measure prohibits the sale of cigarettes by street vendors and mandates cigarette manufacturers to place larger health warnings on packers.
The local law is much more stern, requiring smoke-free workplaces, restaurants, and bars. Smoking is only allowed on open-air terraces or other outdoor spaces.
Mexico
Two laws target smokers in Mexico City
Mexico City — The Mexican Senate has just passed nationwide restrictions on smoking in workplaces, restaurants, bars and other public places, mandating fines for violations and possibly 36-hour jail stints for any smoker who refuses to follow these regulations. That measure, The Mexican Congress' lower house has already passed this measure and President Felipe Calderon is expected to sign it into law.
Simultaniously, Mexico City's legislative assembly approved stricter rules for the capital banning indoor smoking in public locations, tightening restrictions passed in fall of 2007, which permitted bars and restaurants to set up smoking sections.
The national law restricts smoking in offices, hospitals and buses, except in designated areas, and allows for fines of up to $50,000 for non-compliance. Another part of the measure prohibits the sale of cigarettes by street vendors and mandates cigarette manufacturers to place larger health warnings on packers.
The local law is much more stern, requiring smoke-free workplaces, restaurants, and bars. Smoking is only allowed on open-air terraces or other outdoor spaces.
Investor group acquires the majority of Lenzing Paper
Manufacturer's News
Australia
Australia
Investor group acquires the majority of Lenzing Paper
Lenzing — The Lenzing Group has announced its intent to transfer 60% of its shares in Business Unit Paper to a group of investors led by Ernst Brunbauer.
The new shareholders will run Lenzing Paper independently of Lenzing Group at its current location in its namesake, Lenzing, Australia.
Lenzing Paper is one of the smallest business units belonging to Lenzing Group, producing 80,000 tons of specialty papers per year in addition to a revenue of approximately 60 mn euros.
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