InterTabac: Tickets for the 45th edition of the trade fair are now available online

13. November 2025

The first events have already been announced – voices from the industry on the anniversary.

The time has come: preparations can begin. The ticket store for InterTabac and InterSupply 2025 is now open. After a successful event last year, expectations are high for this year’s edition of the trade fair duo. And there is something to celebrate: InterTabac is now gathering the international tobacco industry in Dortmund’s exhibition halls for the 45th time. Reason enough to reminisce with partners and exhibitors .

Dortmund, 07.05.2025 – Preparations for the 45th edition of the trade fair are already in full swing. The stand areas are gradually filling up and the first exciting side events, such as the presentation of the InterTabac World Alternative Awards 2025 and the PouchXchange, have already been confirmed. And the varied supporting program is also already being fine-tuned.

And you can start planning your visit now: Tickets are now available online for the trade fair as well as for already known side events. Click here for the ticket store.

Well-wishers from the industry find words of appreciation
In the run-up to the 45th edition of InterTabac, many industry associations have already contacted us with their memories of the trade fair and congratulations. They have all contributed significantly to the further development of the trade fair and now summarize their appreciation for, their impressions of and their anticipation of InterTabac:

Steffen Kahnt, Managing Director of the Bundesverband des Tabakwaren-Einzelhandels e.V. (BTWE):
“For ‘VdR – Der Tabakmittelstand’, InterTabac is much more than just a trade fair – it is the central industry meeting of the year. Our members use it for important business contacts, and we as an association value the intensive exchange with the entire industry. It is the ideal place to feel the pulse of the market, pick up on current developments and experience the innovative power of the tobacco industry live.”

Philip Drögemüller, Managing Director of the Alliance for Tobacco-Free Enjoyment (BfTG):
“InterTabac is the most important trade fair in our industry. The first e-cigarette companies took part in Dortmund back in 2011. With the success of the e-cigarette, the proportion of exhibitors from our industry grew steadily – last year, 180 companies from the vaping industry were already represented. A success story that is sure to continue with
. We are very much looking forward to InterTabac 2025 and congratulate you on your birthday!”

Oliver Pohland, Managing Director of the Verband des eZigarettenhandels e.V. (VdeH)
“InterTabac is of outstanding importance for our association and the entire industry. It is the only trade fair of its kind to offer a comprehensive platform for personal discussions, a targeted exchange of information and the establishment and maintenance of valuable contacts. With its international and national reach, InterTabac promotes dialog and cooperation within the industry. In addition, we use the trade fair specifically for exchanges with authorities, ministries and the media in order to address key industry topics and actively shape the future of the industry. As in every year, we look forward to inspiring discussions and a successful trade fair in 2025
!”

Jan Mücke, Managing Director of the German Association of the Tobacco Industry and Novel Products (BVTE) and Managing Director of the German Cigarette Association (DZV):

“The BVTE is looking forward to the next InterTabac in Dortmund. The leading global trade fair for the tobacco and nicotine industry sharpens the focus on the trends of the coming years and is also a unique hub for product innovations and established products. A must for retailers, manufacturers and service providers.”

Thomas Schäfer, Managing Director of the North Rhine-Westphalia Westphalia-Münsterland Trade Association:
“InterTabac is a great trade fair that has developed into the meeting place for the tobacco world since its premiere in 1978. As a regular visitor, I can confirm this with full conviction. And this year’s 45th edition of InterTabac will once again do justice to this exceptional position. I am already looking forward to stimulating
talks and exciting discussions with exhibitors, visitors and the trade fair management.”

Folke Rega, Managing Director of the German Waterpipe Tobacco Association:
“InterTabac is a fixed date in the calendar. It is the occasion and place where the waterpipe industry meets, exchanges ideas and develops further. For us, InterTabac is much more than just a trade fair: It is a stage, a networking platform and a voice amplifier at the same time. We are all the more grateful for the strong bond of partnership that connects us with InterTabac and wish it all the best for the next 45 years.”

Folke Rega, Managing Director of the Bundesverband Deutscher Tabakpflanzer e.V.:

“The German tobacco growers have been visiting InterTabac in Dortmund for 45 years now. Congratulations! Not many large trade fairs in Germany and the world can look back on such a unique history. This can only be achieved through reliability and a willingness to keep up with the times. InterTabac has always offered German tobacco growers the opportunity to showcase the role of tobacco grown in Germany in a changing industry.”

Dustin Dahlmann, President of the Independent European Vape Alliance:

“The international e-cigarette industry has been meeting at InterTabac in Dortmund for years. In 2023, the trade fair provided the ideal setting for the founding of the Global Vape Alliance, a strategic alliance of the four major associations from China, the USA, the UK and Europe. Our European umbrella organization IEVA uses the event as a central platform for exchanging views on upcoming regulatory topics, networking and background discussions. We are very happy to be in Dortmund and are already looking forward to the next edition in September. Congratulations on your birthday!”

Peter Schweinschwaller, President of the European Confederation of Tobacco Retailers (C.E.D.T.)
“InterTabac is a window into the world for the CEDT and we hope a window into the daily lives of tobacco retailers in Europe for the world.”

Mercedes Vazquez, CEO of the International Tobacco Growers’ Association (ITGA):

“Since the ITGA partnered with InterTabac in 2022, the visibility and presence of our association has increased significantly. However, what really makes this show the leading event in the world of tobacco is the dedication of those working behind the scenes. Their efforts make
InterTabac and Intersupply very special, and the ITGA is honored to work with such an outstanding team. Congratulations to you all!”

Litto Gomez, President of ProCigar – Association of Dominican Cigar Manufacturers:
“InterTabac is the most important international tobacco trade show and provides an important platform for the Association of Dominican Manufacturers from the Dominican Republic to showcase our commitment to the rich culture and traditions of our country. With over ten years of participation in this prestigious
event, we reaffirm our continued commitment and loyalty to our esteemed industry. Today, in partnership with InterTabac, we celebrate 45 years of commitment, dedication and progress, highlighting our industry in the presence of a diverse audience eager to discover and promote the best products
.”

We will be publishing further quotes on the 45th InterTabac in our press releases between now and the trade fair.

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