Is Innovation a Panacea? How New Products and Technologies Are Shaping the Future of Tobacco & Nicotine

Host of the session: 

Marc Reisner, Editor-in-Chief Tobacco Journal International / DTZ 

Panelists: 

  • Prof. Dr. Douglas Ming Deng, Head of NGPs Studies at Yunnan University
  • Reese Chen, Product Manager REJO
  • tbn, ALP POUCH
  • tbn

Under the guiding theme “Is Innovation a Panacea? How New Products and Technologies Are Shaping the Future of Tobacco & Nicotine,” a key panel at the flagship trade fair will address the industry’s vital questions for the future. Innovation is widely considered the key to moving forward—but how can it be driven strategically in an era of disruption and strict regulation? The discussion will analyze the crucial catalysts of product development: direct consumer feedback and global regulatory frameworks. This panel offers market participants in-depth insights into tomorrow’s success factors and regulatory hurdles.

  • 15.09.2026

15:30 bis 16:20

  • Main Stage | Entrance North