PMI Korea to Launch IQOS Iluma Neon Limited Edition in May

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Apr.29.2024

PMI Korea to Launch IQOS Iluma Neon Limited Edition in May

Philip Morris Korea to launch limited edition IQOS Iluma "Neon" on May 9, with pop-up event at Hongik University on May 3-12.

According to Newsis on April 29, Philip Morris Korea will launch a limited edition "Neon" of IQOS Iluma on May 9, and will hold a 10-day "Icos Together X" flash mob event from May 3 to 12 at DRC Hongik University in front of the main gate. The theme of the flash mob store is "Color of Energy: Endless, Intense Color Energy", and will feature vibrant neon colors showcasing activities such as digital graffiti and customized product making.

IQOS Iluma Neon" features a neon color and aluminum alloy body, and was officially released on May 9th.

The company will also be holding a pre-sale event for platinum and gold members of IQOS. Starting from May 3rd, members will be able to pre-order the limited edition "Neon" IQOS Iluma exclusively at the IQOS official online store and nationwide IQOS flagship stores.

References:

[1] '네온색 전자담배' 출시 한국필립모리스…팝업으로 소비자 접점↑

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[1] Philip Morris Launches New "IQOS ILUMA i" Series Devices in Japan

[2] Philip Morris Europe CEO: IQOS Revenue Surpasses Marlboro's

[3] PMI Korea Reports Growth in Sales and Revenue for Consecutive 2 Years

[4] Director of State Tobacco Monopoly Administration Meets with CEO of PMl

[5] BAT's Strategy in Capital Markets and New Tobacco Products

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