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Tax Stamp & Traceability Forum 2025 – The Programme So Far

The programme for this year’s Tax Stamp & Traceability Forum (from 7-9 April in Cape Town, South Africa) is shaping up nicely, with some important themes on the agenda. This article describes some of these themes, which will be presented as workshops, standalone papers or panel discussions.

Uruguay is Still Smokin’ Hot!

Two independent studies point to the fact that cigarette smokers in Urugua…

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ITSA Selected as Liaison Organisation to EU Stand…

In the February 2024 issue of Tax Stamp & Traceability News™, we described how the International Tax Stamp As…

Smurfit Kappa Secures Irish Tobacco Stamp Contract

Following a competitive tender, Smurfit Kappa Security Concepts (SKSC) has…

Stamping Out Illicit Trade: A Look Inside Excise Revenue Protection

As illicit trade becomes more advanced, how do governments protect their r…

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Predicting Trends That Will Define Stamps and Traceability in 2025

As we enter the new year, the question on our readers’ minds is: what are the significant developments that will shape the industry over the coming 12 months? We asked members of the International Tax Stamp Association (ITSA) to share their perspectives on what could define the year ahead, with predictions covering technological innovations, market expansions and evolving sustainability priorities.

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