JVS Founder Plans International Expansion for IdPods E-Cigarette

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Dec.12.2023
JVS Founder Plans International Expansion for IdPods E-Cigarette
JVS Group, the Indonesian company behind e-cigarette brand IdPods, plans to expand internationally by year-end.

According to a report by Indonesian news outlet Viva on December 10th, Budiyanto Imam Suyanto, founder of the JVS Group in Indonesia, plans to expand the international market for their e-cigarette product, IdPods, by the end of this year. This move comes after their recent launch of a "beverage series" e-cigarette, which offers three unique flavors.

 

We have just signed contracts with Vietnam, Malaysia, and Russia. Starting this month, we will begin exporting IdPods, not only to Indonesia but also internationally," stated JVS. "We aim for this beverage line to bring innovation to the e-cigarette industry.

 

In addition, IdPods is also planning to launch the "idPreneur" support program, aimed at assisting small and micro enterprises as well as individuals who are interested in the e-cigarette industry. This initiative focuses on developing high-quality products that cater to the demands of e-cigarette consumers, with the aim of significantly increasing profit opportunities and providing limitless additional income.

 

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