JTI Ukraine

Company awards:

Назавжди Разом

A unique award for the companies of “full age” that reached 18+ years old with the EBA. This is definitely a love for life, because how else to explain such a long relationship? 😊 And we want to go out and tell all the world about it.

Хоробра Зірка

The Bravery Award honors companies that fearlessly navigate the turbulent waters of wartime in Ukraine. We are proud of your resilience, remarkable adaptability, and commitment to conducting business in Ukraine.

25th Birthday Star

25th Birthday Star honors member companies that share this important milestone with us. As the Association marks its 25th anniversary, we are thankful for your continued support and contributions to the growth of our business community. May the next 25 years bring new achievements for us all!

• Segment: Tobacco industry
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• In Association since: 2002 year
• Site: http://www.jti.com
• E-mail: [email protected]
• Personal manager: Daria Sichkar
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JTI Ukraine is one of the largest tobacco manufacturers in Ukraine, not only shaping the industry but also actively investing in the development of local communities, innovative products, and employee support. The company is part of Japan Tobacco International (headquartered in Geneva), the international tobacco business of the Japan Tobacco Group of Companies (headquartered in Tokyo). The company started its operations in Ukraine in 1999 and brings together more than 800 professionals in its head office in Kyiv, regional offices across the country, and its factory in Kremenchuk (Poltava Oblast).

JTI Ukraine produces products for both the domestic market and over 20 countries worldwide. Its most renowned brands are Winston, Camel, Glamour, Sobranie, and LD. In 2024, the company launched the Ploom ecosystem in the category of heated tobacco products (HTPs).

The operational structure consists of two companies:

1. JT International Company Ukraine JSC, with its head office in Kyiv, and four regional offices.

2. JT International Ukraine PJSC, operating the factory in Kremenchuk, Poltava Oblast.

The company is one of the largest taxpayers in Ukraine, contributing over UAH 28 billion in 2024, and has been recognised as the leader in the “Excise Tax” category at the Ukraine Agro Awards 2025.

Additionally, in 2024, JTI Ukraine was recognised as one of the Top 50 Best Places to Work by New Voice and Odgers Berndtson. The company also received a nomination for “Wellbeing Support,” ranking among 20 leading companies with the best employee care practices. JTI Ukraine also made its debut in the Ukrainian Corporate Equality Index, entering the Top 10 and taking 5th place out of 106 participants. This year, the company also reaffirmed its position as one of the Top 50 Employers in Ukraine, according to Forbes Ukraine.

The company actively invests in local communities by delivering projects that support the elderly, rehabilitate military personnel, implement environmental initiatives, and promote Japanese culture.

Today, JTI Ukraine is not just a business, but also a partner in building a better future for Ukraine.