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SPAIN - R. FRANCO INSTALLS SIC BO INTO MADRID Recreativos Franco’s Sic Bo game, based on the successful three-dice Chinese game, is now being played in its multi- post mode, in one of the most important neuralgic centres in Madrid: the Gran Vía Casino.
A spokesperson for R. Franco said: “Sic Bo is based on the famous Chinese dice game which, with its unique and exclu- sive system of three completely random physical drums, includes state-of-the-art technology: a player interface with different views, memorisation of the favourite bet, different colours and screen background or configurable playtime. These are but a few of the features included in this multi- post model which, from now on, expands the range of the
R.Franco Group’s products in Spain following its presentation in the latest editions of the London ICE and Madrid Interazar tradeshows. It is a completely versatile model which provides an answer to the needs of the widest range of clients: casi- nos, arcades and bingo halls.”
MALTA - BETCONSTRUCT GRANTED MALTESE LICENCE Online and Retail Betting and Gaming technology and servic- es provider BetConstruct announces that it has been granted a Class 4 Remote Gaming License by the Malta Gaming Authority for its Sportsbook product.
The license allows the hosting and management of remote gaming operators wishing to benefit from BetConstruct’s leading Sportsbook product.
“The Malta Gaming Authority is one of the most preferred global remote gaming regulators with focus on fair and transparent gaming. Being granted this license once more validates BetConstruct’s standing in the gaming industry and our commitment to the highest standards of service,” said Vahe Baloulian, CEO of BetConstruct. “The license from MGA will further enhance our ability to serve existing and future partners, including those wishing to operate under the white label arrangement.”
In a separate development online and land-based gaming operator Vivaro became the first BetConstruct Sportsbook partner to be granted a Class 2 Remote Gaming License from the Malta Gaming Authority.
UK - IGT APPOINTS ARMSTRONG AS SALES DIRECTOR IGT has appointed Stuart Armstrong as Regional Sales Director, Europe Commercial Gaming. In this role, Armstrong is responsible for devel- oping long-term strategic relation- ships with commercial gaming cus- tomers throughout Europe and ensuring IGT is their partner of choice.
Armstrong’s career in gaming spans more than 16 years and includes experience in the casino, lottery and interactive seg- ments of the industry. Armstrong spent the last nine years of his career with the legacy IGT organization where he was instrumental in expanding IGT’s European market share, shaping several key regional sales initiatives for IGT, and leading multiple cross-platform product launches through- out the UK. He reports to Ian Baynes, IGT Regional Vice President, EMEA.
“Stuart has a proven track record for driving IGT business and developing solutions that meet our customers’ individual business needs,” said Mr. Baynes.
2 0 ARISTOCRAT DOMINATES FLOOR
Aristocrat Technologies range of slots have taken a commanding position on the floors of French independent casino operator France - Installations
Aristocrat games now occupy more than half the gaming floor at Casino Châtel-Guyon, owned by independent French operator Société Française de Casinos (SFC). Part of a programme of renovation, commencing with an overhaul of slot games at its spa resort casino in central France, the installation of new Aristocrat games was completed by Aristocrat’s exclusive French distributor, SFC2A.
SFC2A managing director, Jorge Lopes, said, “The injection of fantastic new games at Châtel-Guyon is hosted on a mixture of Helix Upright and Super Screen Slant cabinets and comprises a broad range of themes from the entertainment-based E*Series and jackpot-driven J-Series, as well as a number of Aristocrat’s inspirational new range of C-Series core games.”
SFC managing director, Carlos Ubach underlined his confidence in Aristocrat, explaining that play- ers had shown great affinity for Aristocrat games, most notably Wonder 4, Sky Rider and Temple of the Tiger on Viridian widescreen: “With a broad choice of new games on offer and by taking the initiative now to introduce two elegant new cabi- net styles to the floor, we are providing our cus- tomers with an exciting new variety of spectacu- lar gaming entertainment,” said Mr. Ubach.
“The immediate response has been hugely encour- aging, with a significant increase in visitation and player interest across the new banks since the launch. The centre of Châtel-Guyon is currently undergoing a phase of redevelopment, with the casino itself, adjoining theatre, neighbouring hotels and outside leisure amenities all receiving makeovers ahead of a tourist destination re- launch scheduled for the end of this year. We will be following this game installation model very closely, with a view to further implementations at our three other casinos, located in Gruissan, Port la Nouvelle and Collioure.”
UK The Rank Group, operator of British brands Mecca Bingo and Grosvenor Casinos, has reported that its operating profit for the year ending 30 June 2015, is up 16 per cent with all brands in growth. Group revenue up four per cent with like-for-like revenue for Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca up eight per cent and two per cent respectively. Digital revenue was up 21 per cent and operating profit was up 14 per cent despite the introduction of Remote Gaming Duty in December 2014.
Contracts signed for 100+ Chipper Champ 2's in Europe
UK Two France-based casino groups have recently signed rental and maintenance contracts for TCSJohnHuxley’s Chipper Champ 2s (CC2), the fastest chip sorter in the industry.
With 74 CC2s occupying 24 casi- nos across France and Switzerland, Lucien Barrier agreed to a renewed three-year extension on existing machines. Likewise, Partouche, who cur- rently has 48 chippers across 21 casinos in France and Belgium,
agreed to a three-year exten- sion on existing machines and a five-year term on new.
Rob Burgess, TCSJohnHuxley’s UK/Europe Service Manager commented: "We’re delighted to be continuing to strengthen our relationship with Lucien Barrier and Partouche. The Chipper Champ 2 is both a reliable and cost-effective chipper to operate and maintain, and we know that both casino groups will continue to enjoy the benefits of its speed, security and intelligence.”
The CC2 is famous for sorting up to 500 chips per minute and has been known to result in game productivity increases of 15 - 20 per cent on typical Roulette tables. It can also be quickly pro- grammed to sort any chip from wheel checks to value chips and it identifies and isolates non- conforming chips, notifying the dealer accordingly.
SFC managing director, Carlos Ubach, pictured with part of the new installation of Aristocrat games at Casino Châtel-Guyon.
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