Celebrating Excellence Across the Industry

For the first time ever, two of the industry's largest shows, WT Middle East and the World Vape Show, are joining forces to launch the first ever World Nicotine and Tobacco Awards.

The WNT Awards recognise the brands, products, companies and individuals driving innovation, growth and excellence across the international industry.

Winners will be celebrated at a special awards ceremony in Dubai this November, in front of buyers, partners and industry leaders from around the world.

Whether you're launching innovative products, expanding into new markets, delivering exceptional customer experiences or leading positive change within the industry, this is your opportunity to showcase your achievements on a global stage.

All entries must be submitted by Wednesday 21 October 2026.

Shortlisted companies will be notified on the 2nd of November.

Submissions are capped at 10 per award and allocated on a first come, first served basis, so don't delay.

Entry Guildelines

To help the judges assess your entry, please include:

  • A clear summary of your submission
  • Key achievements and objectives
  • Supporting metrics and evidence
  • Relevant images, documents or supporting materials
  • Results and measurable impact where possible

Entries supported by data, testimonials, case studies and measurable outcomes are encouraged.

Judging Process

Entries will be reviewed by an independent panel of industry experts and assessed against criteria including:

  • Innovation
  • Commercial success
  • Industry impact
  • Quality of execution
  • Evidence and results
Best Disposable

Recognising the disposable device that stands out for design, performance, user experience and commercial success.

  • Device overview and puff count
  • What makes it stand out
  • Sales or customer response
Best Mod

Honouring the mod device that delivers the best combination of performance, design and innovation.

  • Device overview and key features
  • Design and performance highlights
  • Sales or customer response
Best Pod System (Open and Closed)

Awarded to the pod device, open or closed, that shows outstanding design, functionality and user experience.

  • Device overview and key features
  • What makes it innovative
  • Sales or customer response
Best Nicotine Pouch

Recognising the nicotine pouch that excels in quality, innovation and consumer appeal.

  • Product overview, flavours and strengths
  • What makes it stand out
  • Sales or customer response
Best Nicotine Innovation

Open to any nicotine product, technology or initiative that shows true originality and clear impact on the industry.

  • What the innovation is and the problem it solves
  • Who benefits and how
  • Results achieved
E Liquid of the Year

Celebrating the standout e-liquid of the year, judged on flavour, quality, consumer appeal and commercial success.

  • Product overview and flavour profile
  • What makes it stand out
  • Sales or customer response
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