Who owns JPS (John Player Special)?
JPS (John Player Special)
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- Brand origin
- United Kingdom
- Main production
- Several countries
Imperial Brands is a British multinational tobacco company and the world's fourth-largest international cigarette company. It holds the rights to the JPS brand in the UK and many international territories.
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Updated: 13 September 2026 · Ownership verified: 13 September 2026 ·
Ownership chain
- BrandJohn Player & SonsUnited Kingdom
- Imperial Tobacco Group Limited
- Ultimate ownerImperial Brands PLCUnited Kingdom
About JPS (John Player Special)
Subsidiaries: Imperial Tobacco Limited
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