Celebrating Excellence Across the Industry

For the first time ever, two of the industry's largest shows, WT Middle East and the World Vape Show, are joining forces to launch the first ever World Nicotine and Tobacco Awards.

The WNT Awards recognise the brands, products, companies and individuals driving innovation, growth and excellence across the international industry.

Winners will be celebrated at a special awards ceremony in Dubai this November, in front of buyers, partners and industry leaders from around the world.

Whether you're launching innovative products, expanding into new markets, delivering exceptional customer experiences or leading positive change within the industry, this is your opportunity to showcase your achievements on a global stage.

All entries must be submitted by Wednesday 21 October 2026.

Shortlisted companies will be notified on the 2nd of November.

Submissions are capped at 10 per award and allocated on a first come, first served basis, so don't delay.

Entry Guildelines

To help the judges assess your entry, please include:

  • A clear summary of your submission
  • Key achievements and objectives
  • Supporting metrics and evidence
  • Relevant images, documents or supporting materials
  • Results and measurable impact where possible

Entries supported by data, testimonials, case studies and measurable outcomes are encouraged.

Judging Process

Entries will be reviewed by an independent panel of industry experts and assessed against criteria including:

  • Innovation
  • Commercial success
  • Industry impact
  • Quality of execution
  • Evidence and results
Best New Tobacco Product

Celebrating the most outstanding tobacco product launched in the past year, showing originality, quality and success in the market.

  • What the product is and what makes it new
  • Launch date and markets
  • Market performance or customer response
Best Innovation – Filter Technologies

Recognising a company leading the way in filter technology, from advanced materials to more sustainable solutions, with real impact on the industry.

  • What the technology is and what makes it innovative
  • Sustainability or performance benefits
  • Customer adoption
Best Innovation – Packaging Materials

Awarded to a company that has developed new packaging solutions that meet the industry's needs, whether through design, functionality, compliance or sustainability.

  • What the packaging is and the problem it solves
  • Materials or design approach
  • Customer or market uptake
Best Innovation – Leaf Tobacco

Honouring innovation and excellence in the leaf tobacco sector, from growing and processing through to quality and sustainable practice.

  • What the initiative or product is
  • What sets it apart
  • Results achieved
Best Innovation – Manufacturing Equipment

Recognising excellence in new machinery or technology that improves efficiency, quality or sustainability in manufacturing.

  • What the equipment is and its key features
  • How it improves production
  • Customer results
  • What the technology is and what makes it innovative
  • Sustainability or performance benefits
  • Customer adoption
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