Illicit Trade
Tobacco smuggling: Marseille’s illicit secret
Like most big ports, Marseille has seen its fair share of crime and smuggling. The latest trend, seen almost everywhere in the bustling Mediterranean city, is the sale of cigarettes smuggled from North Africa. In the endless cat-and-mouse game with the police, smugglers seem to be winning, for now.
Enhancing traceability to combat counterfeiting and illicit trade
The definition of new international standards and control processes to fight counterfeiting and cross-border illicit trade is increasingly considered as a priority by industries and policy makers.Promoted content
Changing trends in smuggling “Illicit whites”, a concern for EU security and revenues
The illicit tobacco trade is a global issue with a major impact on the EU, accounting for an estimated 10.4% of the cigarette market worldwide.Promoted content
