Who owns John Player Special?
John Player Special
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- Brand origin
- United Kingdom
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. Germany
Imperial Brands plc is a British multinational tobacco company headquartered in Bristol, England. It is one of the world's largest tobacco companies, producing a wide range of tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars, and rolling tobacco.
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Updated: 23 September 2026 · Ownership verified: 13 September 2026 ·
Ownership chain
- BrandJohn Player SpecialUnited Kingdom
- John Player & Sons
- Ultimate ownerImperial Brands plcUnited Kingdom
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