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Mixed Results for Groupe Partouche
Ukraine - Playson strenghthens its resolve Playson is an international company, operating within 20 regulated markets and with more than 140 partners across the globe as part of a tight-knit group. A big part of this team is based in Ukraine.
In February, as Russia started the war in Ukraine, Playson strongly condemned the Russian military invasion of the country. Many still remain in Ukraine and as its business-critical operations continue, many employees have chosen to defend Ukraine, including helping fight disinformation, volunteering for the Ukrainian Armed Forces, or helping with resettlement, food, and logistics for Ukrainian refugees.
As a result, disruptions in everyday processes are likely. Even though the company continues to work on future releases, some might be announced and delivered later than initially planned. Playson asks that clients bear with them in these unprecedented times. “We at Playson are working together as a global family to help Ukraine and provide full support to our Ukrainian employees, their families, and close ones, including help with relocation to more secure regions,” said a statement from the company.
“We remain committed to our plans for ICE 2022 and would love to connect with old friends and meet new individuals at this important trade exhibition.”
Ukraine - SYNOT makes job security offer SYNOT Games has reached out to help friends, their families and the wider Ukrainian populous, stating the company is ready to quickly provide new positions for IT professionals looking for work, providing at least some form of security and stability in these difficult times, be it remote or with relocation to Slovakia or Czechia.
If you or someone you know is ready to take up employment now or at a later time, contact
work@synotgames.com.
Ukraine - Aristocrat assists staff in Ukraine Approximately 1,000 people normally work for business units within Aristocrat Leisures’s Pixel United organisation in Ukraine. In an update from the OEM in relation to the ongoing conflict, Aristocrat stated: “Unfortunately, operating in Russia is currently not viable and Aristocrat confirms it will suspend operating our mobile games in Russia. Russia has historically contributed approximately three per cent of total annualised Pixel United bookings. The thoughts of all Aristocrat people are with our Ukraine colleagues and the team members who are supporting them at this difficult time. The wellbeing and safety of our people remain our highest priority and Aristocrat’s Pixel United team continues to lead a comprehensive response.”
P12 WIRE / PULSE / INSIGHT / REPORTS
Te reopening of all casinos in France led to a sharp increase in spend per head for Groupe Partouche in Q1, but attendance was still impacted by Covid-19.
Te reopening of all casinos in France led to a sharp increase in spend per head for Groupe Partouche in its first quarter, although attendance was still impacted by Covid-19.
Partouche’s GGR amounted to €141.8m compared to €24.9m in 2021 when all French casinos were closed under the general measures taken by the Government to deal with the Coronavirus pandemic. Te increase was helped by the strong growth of Swiss online games, coming in at €3.2m compared to €0.6m during the first quarter 2021.
Whilst all the group’s casinos are open again, they continue to suffer from the health constraints in place that weigh on their attendance, which was down sharply by 33 per cent compared to the first quarter 2020 (November 2019 to January 2020) which was the last pre-pandemic operating period, the average spend per head increased by 30.3 per cent to €94 over the same period. Tis first quarter also takes into account an effect in the scope of consolidation linked to the cessation of
Jack’s Casino takes the latest product suite from Stakelogic
Netherlands
Stakelogic has announced it will be taking further strides in its home market with games now available via operator, Jack’s Casino.
Stakelogic will supply its full suite of video slots to the online casino platform, meaning Dutch players will have access to an extensive list of titles that include Runner Runner Megaways and Super Wild Megaways.
In addition, Jack’s will also get their first taste of Stakelogic’s Super Stake titles. Te game mode has become something of a Stakelogic signature and offer players the chance to add an extra wager to their starting bet in exchange for a number of extras.
the operation of online games and bets in Belgium together with the cessation of the Ostend casino management since July 29 2021. In the first quarter of 2021, when the casino was closed, the GGR of online games and sports betting amounted to €23.7m and €13.6m in the first quarter of 2020.
In another boost to revenues, the group said that the sale of its shares of the Crans-Montana casino will be reinvested. However, Partouche missed out on the renewal of the Le Laurent restaurant concession in the French capital. Te company said: “Te City of Paris awarded the concession for the Le Laurent restaurant to another operator. Te offer submitted by Groupe Partouche, which aimed to integrate its gaming club within the establishment, was considered to be ‘irregular’ by city authorities. Groupe Partouche reserves the right to contest this decision. Te annual contribution to turnover and EBITDA for the 2019 pre-pandemic financial year (November 2018 to October 2019) amounted to €5.2m and - € 1.1m respectively for the group.”
Recent Stakelogic releases to offer players a Super Stake option include Joker Drop Popwins and the primate adventure, Apes of Doom, with each of these games providing additional bonus-triggering scatter symbols and multipliers when Super Stake mode is activated.
Fans of traditional Dutch fruit machines can enjoy Stakelogic’s full line-up of classic slots such as Multiplayer 4 Player and Big Runner Deluxe will also be available at Jack’s.
Having been established as recently as November 2021, Jack’s Casino is considered to be a success in the Dutch online casino sector. Te site is fully licensed and regulated by the Dutch Gaming Authority (KSA) and provides players with a number of important features such as responsible gaming options and 24hr customer support.
Estonia
Tom Horn Gaming has announced a content distribution partnership with Estonian online casino brand, SuperCasino, to extend its growth in the Baltic region. Te latest link-up with SuperCasino expands upon Tom Horn Gaming’s long-term collaboration with Betsson Group in the Baltics, which saw the latter introduce the provider’s titles to its casino brand Betsafe in Lithuania and Latvia. “For many players, Tom Horn games are synonymous with safe high-quality casino fun and we’re delighted to have enhanced our slot offering with their powerful titles. Te content brings a host of exciting themes and mechanics, and we’re happy our players now have access to games such as 243 Crystal Fruits, Spacejammers or Wolf Sierra. We’re certain that this partnership will be mutually beneficial,” added Kaido Ulejev, Commercial Director CEECA of Betsson Group.
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