World Tobacco Middle East 2026

World Tobacco Middle East is the regional edition of the WT Process & Machinery series, a trade-only exhibition and free conference where the tobacco supply chain meets suppliers of machinery, materials and finished products. For 2026 it shares the Dubai World Trade Centre with World Cigar Show and, for the first time, World Vape Show Dubai, putting processing, premium cigars and next-generation nicotine under one roof.

Who attends

The show is aimed at tobacco manufacturing professionals looking for suppliers and partners. Entry is strictly for visitors aged 21 and over, and it is free for professionals working in the sector.

• Tobacco machinery and processing & packaging equipment buyers
• Packaging, paper and print material specialists
• Filters, tipping and plug-wrap suppliers
• Leaf tobacco, cut tobacco and cigarette producers
• Cigar, hookah and shisha brands
• Flavouring, adhesive and aromatic material suppliers
• Inspection, testing and laboratory equipment providers
• E-cigarette, pouch and alternative product companies
• Agencies, procurement teams and wholesale distributors

Conference and awards

A dedicated conference programme covers tobacco production, manufacturing, innovation and regulatory updates. New for 2026 is the Future Nicotine Forum, run with World Vape Show, looking at nicotine innovation, regulation and the economics of the sector. The World Tobacco Awards evening also returns to recognise product innovations, businesses and individuals.

Three shows, one venue

World Tobacco Middle East has been co-located with World Cigar Show since 2025. In 2026 World Vape Show moves to Dubai World Trade Centre on the same days, so the three events together span 12 halls. WT Middle East and World Cigar Show are located in the Trade Centre Arena.

2026 exhibitors

The organiser lists machinery makers, material suppliers and tobacco producers among the confirmed 2026 exhibitors, and says stand space is almost sold out.

• Körber Technologies
• IMA
• KOMORI CHAMBON
• International Tobacco Redrying Company
• Khyber Tobacco Company
• Twist Tobacco
• McAirlaid's Vliesstoffe
• Hi-Pack
• Solbourg Machinery

Tickets & passes

• Visitor registration — Free: Free for professionals working in the tobacco sector; over 21s only