Egypt's Eastern Company Signs Three-Year Cigarette Production Contract with JTI

Oct.18.2024
Egypt's Eastern Company Signs Three-Year Cigarette Production Contract with JTI
Eastern Company in Egypt signed a three-year cigarette production contract with JTI to increase local investment and support the economy.

According to a report by Mubasher on October 18, the famous Egyptian cigarette manufacturer Eastern Company has signed a three-year cigarette production contract with JTI International. The contract signing ceremony took place at the headquarters of Eastern Company in Cairo. This agreement aims to increase direct investment in Egypt and support efforts to localize production of products in the country.


At the signing ceremony, the CEO of the company, Hani Aman, and the CEO of JTI Egypt, Mariana Magdy, representing their respective companies, signed the agreement.


According to the agreement, East Company will produce JTI's flagship cigarette brands Camel and Winston within Egypt and adhere to the highest manufacturing quality standards.


Chairman of the Board of Directors of East Company, Tamer Gadallah, stated that.


This agreement demonstrates the successful long-term collaboration and commitment between the two companies, while also reflecting their determination to support the Egyptian economy through strengthening local production and attracting more international investment. Orient Company takes pride in its partnership with JTI, further solidifying the company's leading position in the tobacco product manufacturing sector in the Middle East region. The company will continue to work together with its partners to ensure the highest quality products, meet consumer expectations, and enhance their trust.


Mariana Magdy stated that


The partnership with Oriental Company is an important step in promoting the development of Egypt's tobacco industry. Both parties hope this will be a long-term collaboration and believe it will improve our operational efficiency and expand product range, further enhancing JTI's market competitiveness.


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