Strengthening the protection of the legal tobacco market in Hungary
This year has seen significant progress in the fight against illicit tobacco trade. These results are a source of hope not only for legal tobacco operators (such as Continental Tobacco Group), but also for society as a whole: reducing the black market can directly contribute to alleviating public health problems. Illegal trade in tobacco products […]
Continental Closes 2024 with Significant Revenue Growth and Workforce Expansion
Developments to Continue at the Tobacco Group’s Sátoraljaújhely Plant in 2025 In 2024, Continental Tobacco Group achieved remarkable growth and developments, making it the largest employer in the region. Over the past year, the company’s workforce increased by 15%, reaching 1,000 employees, including those working at affiliated companies operating on-site. Meanwhile, its gross revenue reached […]
Addressing Challenges in the Tobacco Industry – Strong Interest in Continental Tobacco Group’s Conference
The most pressing challenges facing the Hungarian tobacco industry, including the fight against the black market, plant protection issues, and the latest technological advancements, were the focus of Continental Tobacco Group’s Open Day for tobacco growers. The event, held on February 6 at the Rákóczi Hotel, Camp, and Conference Center in Sátoraljaújhely, aimed to provide […]
In the spirit of tradition – Continental Tobacco Corp. presents its Kossuth Awards for the 18th time
This year, Continental Tobacco Corp. once again celebrated the achievements of its employees in a fitting manner: the company held its 18th traditional Kossuth Awards ceremony, recognizing colleagues who delivered the most outstanding performances of the year. Twenty employees received this prestigious honor, presented jointly by CEO Csaba Füzi and the company’s owners. The event […]
A new warehouse hall has been handed over as part of the Continental Tobacco Group’s development in Sátoraljaújhely
The Continental Tobacco Group, a key player in the domestic tobacco industry, has reached another milestone: the company has officially opened its new 1,200 square meter warehouse hall in the Pataki Street industrial area of Sátoraljaújhely. This real estate development marks the first investment outside Continental’s historic 134-year-old factory site. The investment, worth 463 million […]
The third generation joins the Continental Tobacco Group
The third generation of the Sánta family has acquired a stake in Ventas Coffee Kft., the holding company of the Continental Tobacco Group, increasing the Sánta family’s share in the enterprise, which also owns the 133-year-old Sátoraljaújhely Tobacco Factory. The Continental Tobacco Group was founded by two Hungarian entrepreneurs in 1996, and Ventas Coffee Kft., […]
The Continental Tobacco Group represented itself with two stands at this year’s InterTabac
The world’s largest tobacco industry trade fair, InterTabac, was held this year in Dortmund from September 19 to 21. The Continental Tobacco Group had a stronger presence than ever before, with two stands at the professional summit. In addition to showcasing its traditional products, the group’s cigar offerings were also featured through the exhibition space […]
Continental Tobacco Group supports its employees with HUF 46 million
The Continental Tobacco Group, a key player in the Hungarian tobacco industry, has distributed financial support to its employees this year in a greater amount than ever before. The loyalty bonuses, recognizing the dedication of its employees, totaled approximately HUF 25 million, while the support aimed at easing the financial burden of back-to-school expenses added […]
Despite the extreme weather, Continental Tobacco Group is optimistic about the tobacco harvest season
DOFER Tobacco Fermenting Ltd., a member of the Continental Tobacco Group, started harvesting artificially dried Virginia tobacco on 1 106 hectares, an increase of more than 10 percent compared to last year. Although the work has been hampered by a number of external factors – dry weather, labour shortages and crop protection difficulties – the […]
Continental Tobacco Group successfully concludes tobacco procurement trip to Africa
The Continental Tobacco Group has completed a ten-day tobacco procurement trip to Africa’s major tobacco producing countries: company experts visited Tanzania, Malawi and Zimbabwe to assess the tobacco growing situation and secure future supplies. Malawi and Tanzania have managed to tie up the necessary quantities of tobacco, while in Zimbabwe this has been partially frustrated […]