Celebrating a Decade: Vapouround Global Awards Held in Dubai, 2Firsts Invited for On-Site Coverage

Jun.19.2025
Celebrating a Decade: Vapouround Global Awards Held in Dubai, 2Firsts Invited for On-Site Coverage
The Vapouround 10th Anniversary Global Awards Ceremony was grandly held in Dubai, bringing together brand representatives, industry experts, and opinion leaders from around the world. Multiple major awards were announced on-site to celebrate a decade of industry achievements. 2Firsts was invited to attend and provide on-site coverage.

2Firsts – Reporting from Dubai,On the evening of June 18, the 10th Vapouround Global Awards (hereinafter referred to as the “Vapouround Awards”) was grandly held at The Theater in Dubai. As one of the largest and most influential annual events in the global vaping industry, this year's ceremony brought together leading brands, distributors, and technology providers from around the world to celebrate a decade of industry progress and achievement.

 

Celebrating a Decade: Vapouround Global Awards Held in Dubai, 2Firsts Invited for On-Site Coverage
Vapouround Global Awards live scene | Image source: 2Firsts

 

As a leading global media and think tank in the next-generation tobacco industry, 2Firsts was invited to attend the event and witness this milestone moment for the international vaping community.

 

Celebrating a Decade: Vapouround Global Awards Held in Dubai, 2Firsts Invited for On-Site Coverage
Vapouround Global Awards on-site | Image source: 2Firsts

 

According to the organizers, this year's Vapouround Awards set new records for global engagement, further highlighting its international influence and industry authority:

 

  • Over 26,000 global voters
  • Participation from 146 countries and regions
  • More than 580 valid entries

 

Celebrating a Decade: Vapouround Global Awards Held in Dubai, 2Firsts Invited for On-Site Coverage
Vapouround Global Awards on site | Image source: 2Firsts

 

These figures not only demonstrate Vapouround’s wide recognition and credibility within the global vaping industry but also reflect the market’s ongoing emphasis on brand power, innovation, and user experience.

 

Celebrating a Decade: Vapouround Global Awards Held in Dubai, 2Firsts Invited for On-Site Coverage
Vapouround Global Awards onsite | Image source: 2Firsts

 

he 2024 edition featured four major award categories, encompassing both consumer choice and industry expert evaluations:

 

  • Product Awards and Public Choice Awards, voted by users
  • Industry Awards, judged by the Vapouround editorial team
  • A special “Best of the Decade” Award, established in celebration of the 10th anniversary, honoring brands and products that have made a significant impact on the industry over the past ten years

 

Celebrating a Decade: Vapouround Global Awards Held in Dubai, 2Firsts Invited for On-Site Coverage
Vapouround Global Awards on-site|Image source: 2Firsts

 

Since its launch in 2016, the Vapouround Awards has evolved into one of the most prestigious recognitions in the global vaping sector, serving as a key benchmark for evaluating brand influence and product innovation.

 

Marking its 10th anniversary, this year’s ceremony featured a special retrospective segment, reviewing the evolution of the industry, breakthroughs in technology, and shifting consumer preferences — presenting a comprehensive view of the vaping sector’s journey and future outlook.

 

As a trusted global media and think tank in the next-generation tobacco space, 2Firsts will continue to deepen its collaboration with Vapouround, jointly promoting global knowledge exchange and brand communication across the industry. Leveraging its professional content capabilities and extensive international network, 2Firsts remains committed to delivering real-time coverage of industry trends, product innovation, and market insights to its global readership.

 

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