Key Takeaways

• Al Fakher enters the portable vape segment with the launch of Crown Switch, its first rechargeable pod-based system, debuting in Germany.
• Crown Switch contains zero ceramics and zero heavy metals, differentiating it from traditional coil-and-wick vapes.
• The device is powered by Greentank’s Quantum Vape™ and Coldstream™ technologies, delivering colder vapor and enhanced flavor performance.
• The Germany launch marks the first phase of AIR’s plan for global expansion of Crown Switch in 2026.
• AIR recently announced a proposed business combination with Cantor Equity Partners III, which would list the newly formed AIR Global Limited on Nasdaq under the ticker AIIR.

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Unlike traditional vapes, Crown Switch contains zero ceramics or heavy metals and is Launch in Germany is first stage of AIR’s plans to bring Crown Switch to the global vape market

AIR Limited has taken a major step into the portable vaping sector with the official introduction of Crown Switch, its first rechargeable pod-based vape system, now available to adult consumers in Germany. The launch marks the beginning of the company’s broader plan to distribute the product across international markets.

A New Direction for Al Fakher: Pod Vaping Without Ceramics or Heavy Metals

Crown Switch represents Al Fakher’s initial entry into rechargeable pod vapes and comes with an important distinction: the pods contain no ceramics or heavy metals, positioning the device apart from traditional coil-and-wick systems. German customers can now purchase the product through shisha-world.com, with additional countries scheduled to join the rollout in the coming months.

Quantum Vape™ and Coldstream™: Next-Generation Vaporization Technology

The product is powered by Quantum Vape™, a technology developed through AIR’s strategic partnership with Greentank Technologies, a global manufacturer specializing in vaporization hardware.

Quantum Vape™, enhanced by Greentank’s Coldstream™ cooling system, delivers vapor that is colder than that of leading market competitors. The result is a smoother, more flavor-focused experience tailored to modern inhalation preferences.

“Crown Switch reflects the ongoing evolution of how hookah-inspired flavors can be enjoyed globally,” said AIR CEO Stuart Brazier. “Our goal is to merge Al Fakher’s long-standing flavor expertise with Greentank’s advanced engineering to meet the expectations of today’s fast-moving consumers. This product is only the beginning—we plan to continue expanding our innovation pipeline through 2026 and beyond.”

Market Momentum: Vaping Sector Continues Global Expansion

The global vapor market is set for continued growth, with projected revenues reaching $27.2 billion in 2025 and a compound annual growth rate of 3.69 percent expected through 2030, according to Statista’s Market Insights 2024.

Business Combination Update: AIR and Cantor Equity Partners III

AIR recently announced a definitive agreement with Cantor Equity Partners III, Inc. (Nasdaq: CAEP), a special purpose acquisition company, to take AIR Global Limited public on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “AIIR.” The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026 pending regulatory and customary approvals. Further information, including the Business Combination Agreement, can be found on the SEC website within CAEP’s latest Form 8-K filing.

About AIR

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Dubai, AIR operates across more than 90 global markets and is recognized for its leadership in social inhalation technologies. Its portfolio includes Al Fakher, the world’s best-selling hookah brand; Hookah.com, the leading B2B shisha and hookah marketplace in North America; and OOKA, a next-generation charcoal-free shisha device. Through research partnerships with accredited laboratories, AIR continues to advance the development of products that blend long-standing tradition with modern engineering solutions.