Gallaher Group

The Gallaher Group was a major UK-based tobacco company that specialized in manufacturing and marketing cigarettes and other tobacco products. Founded in 1857, it became one of Europe's leading tobacco firms, known for brands like Benson & Hedges and Silk Cut. In 2007, it was acquired by Japan Tobacco International, integrating its brands and operations into a global tobacco business. The company's focus was on producing and selling tobacco products, navigating regulations and market trends while maintaining a significant presence in the European tobacco industry until its acquisition.