Central Asia’s Gateway for Tobacco Industry Technologies and Equipment
TIT Expo â the Tobacco Industry Technologies Expo â is the leading international B2B exhibition and conference dedicated to the tobacco industry and nicotine products sector in Central Asia. The inaugural edition will take place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, positioning itself as the primary gateway for equipment manufacturers, raw material suppliers, and industry professionals seeking access to the growing regional market.
Event Overview
The first TIT Expo is scheduled for 1â2 December 2026 at Anhor Park Expo in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The event is organised by United Expo (United Expo Fairs Inc.), a Turkish exhibition company founded in Istanbul in 2019.
TIT Expo is designed as a closed professional B2B event, with entry restricted to industry professionals aged 21 and above by invitation or pre-approved registration only. This ensures a focused business environment where supply and demand meet directly.
Scale and Participation
According to official figures, TIT Expo 2026 expects to attract 3,000+ trade visitors, 70+ exhibitors, 30+ conference speakers, and participants from 10+ countries. The exhibition plans to occupy approximately 6,000 square metres of exhibition space.
A distinctive feature of the event is its exclusion of general consumer visitors â the audience is entirely composed of procurement decision-makers, factory technicians, wholesalers, distributors, importers, and investors.
Exhibition Sections
TIT Expo covers the full value chain of the tobacco and nicotine industry, from raw material processing to finished packaging and retail positioning:
Production Equipment and Technologies: Suppliers of production equipment for tobacco processing, cigarette and cigar manufacturing, cutting, fermentation, and drying systems.
Raw Materials and Ingredients: Suppliers of sheet plant material, production materials, flavourings, and ingredients.
Packaging and Labelling: Manufacturers of packaging equipment, labelling solutions, and sustainable packaging.
Finished Products and Alternatives: Manufacturers of finished tobacco products, hookahs and blends, electronic cigarettes, vapes, heated tobacco products, and nicotine pouches.
Laboratory and Logistics: Suppliers of laboratory equipment and logistics services for excisable goods.
Visitor Profile
TIT Expo targets a specialised professional audience across the tobacco and nicotine supply chain:
- Owners of tobacco stores, vape shops, and hookah lounges
- Wholesalers and distributors
- Buyers from retail chains and Duty Free
- Factory technologists and engineers
- Importers of raw materials and components
- Investors and entrepreneurs
Conference and Business Programme
The event includes a substantial conference component with 30+ speakers addressing key industry topics. The programme covers:
Regulatory and Compliance: Legislation, standards, certification, and advertising regulations relevant to the Eurasian tobacco market.
Market Strategy: Export development, market entry strategies, franchising models, and cross-border regulatory compliance.
Technology and Innovation: Next-generation products, industrial processing technologies, and sustainable packaging solutions.
Logistics and Distribution: Supply chain optimisation across Eurasian corridors and logistics for excisable goods.
ESG and Sustainability: Environmental standards and sustainability requirements for international investors.
Structured B2B meetings are a core feature, designed to facilitate concrete cooperation beyond surface-level introductions.
Market Context
Tashkent’s selection as the host city reflects its strategic position as a meeting point for Eurasian trade flows. Uzbekistan serves as the political and economic centre of Central Asia, with accessible air connections and modern exhibition infrastructure capable of supporting large-scale machinery displays.
The tobacco industry in Central Asia is undergoing transformation driven by regulatory changes, evolving consumer preferences, and technological advancement. TIT Expo positions itself as a platform where manufacturers and suppliers can evaluate solutions across the entire production chain, compare competing technologies, and assess long-term investment potential.
The event also benefits from its proximity to related regional exhibitions. The Tashkent International Tourism Fair (TITF) is scheduled for 25â27 November 2026 at CAEx Uzbekistan, just days before TIT Expo, creating potential synergies for international participants travelling to the region.
Why It Matters
For international companies, TIT Expo provides direct access to a concentrated audience of industry decision-makers in a market that is actively modernising its tobacco and nicotine production capabilities. The exhibition’s strict B2B format ensures that exhibitors engage with qualified buyers rather than general consumers.
For regional businesses, the event offers access to global suppliers of production equipment, packaging technologies, and raw materials that support modernisation and compliance with evolving regulatory standards.
Those interested in exhibiting or attending should submit a booth rental request or register through official channels. The best locations are typically booked in advance, and the event operates on an invitation or pre-approved registration basis.
