AGEM MEMBERSHIP NEWS MEMBER PROFILE
Company– Aruze Gaming America Inc. Web address–
www.aruzegaming.com AGEM Membership level– Silver Member Company Description – Aruze Gaming America, Inc. was founded in 1983 as Universal Distributors of Nevada. In 2009, Aruze immediately established itself as an industry leader in innovation and performance while developing offices and facilities throughout North America, Australia, South Africa, Europe, Macau, Japan, and the Philippines. What new products, technologies or services will you introduce this year – The improved sound content achieved through the high quality subwoofers and sleek 24’ HD monitor, creates a one of a kind experience when playing new games such as the Goddesses or Golden Progressives series on the Cube-X Video product. The dual LCD button panel and ergonomic look of the cabinet will keep players coming back to enjoy the Burning Hot Jackpot series for the Cube-X Innovator product. Based on customers overwhelming feedback, Aruze will be launching four 3-reel stepper products as part of the expansive Cube-X Innovator library. Landing onto gaming floors soon is the Cube-X Ultimate platform with Bags of Cash and The Gold Legend. This most anticipated brand new product will have a striking presence, attracting players from anywhere on a casino floor. Forthcoming events/exhibitions you will be attending – Aruze will be exhibiting over 240 slot machines at this year’s G2E with a myriad of new titles being showcased for the G-SERIES video and INNOVATOR stepper products. Do you have any newsworthy events to share – Over the past quarter, the launch of the Cube-X cabinet lines, including Cube-X Video, Cube-X Innovator and Cube-X Ultimate, has proven to be an essential platform on casino floors.
AGEM INDEX
After reporting month-to-month declines for two consecutive months, the AGEM Index posted a respectable gain in July
2015.The composite index ended the month at 201.90, an increase of 9.62 points (+5.0 percent) from June 2015. The index reported even more substantial gains when compared to a year ago, rising 18.29 points, or 10.0 percent. The latest period represents the fifth consecutive month of year-over-year gains.
In July 2015, six of the 13 global gaming equipment manufacturers reported month-to-month increases in stock price, with each reporting gains of more than 10 percent. Of the six manufacturers that reported declines in stock price, three were down by more than five percent, with one (Global Cash Access) falling nearly 35 per cent. Intralot S.A. (INLOT) reported no change in stock price from June to July 2015.
AGEM is an international trade association representing manufacturers of electronic gaming devices, systems, and components for the gaming industry. The Association works to further the interests of gaming equipment manufacturers throughout the world. Through political action, tradeshow partnerships, information dissemination and good corporate citizenship, the members of AGEM work together to create benefits for every company within the organization. Together, AGEM and its member organisations have assisted regulatory commissions and participated in the legislative process to solve problems and create a positive business environment.
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MEMBERS NEWS AGEM KEY BOARD OF DIRECTORS ACTIONS:
l AGEM released the Slot Assessment Study on August 19th, which was mailed to approx. 2,200 industry and AGEM representatives. A press release was also issued to elevate the conversation about slot hold percentages and to create awareness within the industry and keep the conversation going on this important topic while acknowledging the many factors that affect slot revenues. All of these efforts are ultimately designed to improve the current business environment for both suppliers and operators while giving players a positive entertainment experience.
l The AGEM Mexico Committee had a meeting with the new SEGOB director, Luis Felipe Cangas and his staff in early August. The meeting lasted several hours and allowed suppliers to brief the new director on a wide variety of topics, which will pave the way for further collaboration between both organisations. AGEM has also been invited to participate in the process to approve the new “NOM,” or official rules, covering machine certifications in Mexico going forward.
l AGEM will initiate two annual awards to honour the legacy of two industry leaders who passed away too soon, the Jens Halle Memorial Award Honouring Excellence in Commercial Gaming Professionalism and the Peter Mead Memorial Award Honouring Excellence in Gaming Media & Communication. This year, the initial awards will be presented to Mr. Halle’s widow and son, Marietta and Jordi, and Mr. Mead’s mother, Solveig. Going forward, the AGEM Officers will work on a process for rewarding deserving individuals.
l Connie Jones, AGEM Director of Responsible Gaming received formal notification of re-appointment to the Advisory Committee on Problem Gambling (ACPG) from Nevada’s Governor Sandoval. There is only one place on the Committee available to a representative of a company with a non-restricted gaming license and as AGEM represents numerous companies with non-restricted licenses, it was a fitting appointment.
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
l A Celebration Of Peter Mead’s Life was held on August 20th in Las Vegas, for friends to pay their respects. In honour of Peter (publisher of Casino Enterprise Management Magazine), guests were encouraged to wear his favourite attire – Hawaiian shirts.
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