CASINO NEWS
Fivos joins VizExplorer
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asino operations intelligence solutions specialists VizExplorer has named Fivos Polymniou Regional VP of Sales -
International. A former executive with IGT, GTECH, and Bally Systems, Polymniou will oversee VizExplorer’s international sales efforts in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and South American markets. “As a proven gaming sales leader,
Polymnious will be instrumental in growing our install base outside the United States,” said VizExplorer’s Garrett Stolle, SVP of Sales and Marketing. “He understands the market opportunity and has a track record of opening up new markets.”
Interblock’s first tables in Minnesota
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uxury gaming manufacturer and electronic table game (ETG) market leader Interblock announced its first product placement in the state of Minnesota: the automated Big Six wheel, now available to players at Black Bear Casino. Interblock’s Big Six is the biggest wheel in the industry and the only optional double-sided wheel, pulling in players from every angle while performing at two times the house average in several casinos. Rick Riehm, VP of Sales for Western U.S. at Interblock, said, “Interblock is experiencing incredible growth and momentum in the US, and we are thrilled to have collaborated with Black Bear Casino on bringing our first product to Minnesota.”
6 JUNE 2017
Asia Gaming Awards 2017 winners named A
GB today announced the winners of Asia Gaming Awards 2017, recognizing achievements from Asia’s leading land-
based operators, suppliers and entrepreneurs. Held at the Parisian Macao at the end of G2E Asia’s first day, each of the 12 winners took home a striking dragon-shaped award. Each of the category winners on the night were selected through a voting process by the industry, as well as input from the Judging Panel and members of the Organizing Committee. It was another successful evening with slick presentation. The Asia Gaming Awards 2017 Award winners included:
• Best Gaming Operator - Galaxy Entertainment Group
• Best Integrated Resort - Galaxy Macau - GEG • Best Gaming Property - Galaxy Starworld - GEG • Best Gaming Area Design - Wynn Palace - WYNN • Best Slot Solution - Aristocrat’s Lightning Link • Best Electronic Table Game Solution - Aruze Gaming
• Best Industry Supplier - Angel • Best Online Solution - Asia Gaming.
Latvia wins Euro dealer champs A
ntra Gaike from Olympic Voodoo Casino, Latvia has been crowned Europe’s leading dealer, following a closely fought contest at this year’s European Dealer Championship (EDC) at The Hippodrome Casino, Leicester Square, London. Organised by the European Casino Association (ECA) in conjunction with UK’s National Casino Forum, the 2017 championships took place from 8th – 10th May in the heart of London’s capital, a first in the competition’s 11-year history. The Hippodrome Casino provided a compelling backdrop for the prestigious competition, as Europe’s dealer elite battled it out to be recognised as the best in the business.
31 judges from 20 countries oversaw three main categories: technical skill, game control and hospitality in a fierce knock-out competition over two days to establish Antra Gaike as Europe’s number one all-round performer. The other winners were: • 1st Runner up: Gilbert Ho Kang Jou – The Netherlands – Holland Casino • 2nd Runner up: David Luijten – The Netherlands – Holland Casino • Maths Master: Jamie Cummins – United Kingdom – The Ritz Club
• Chipping Champion: Signe Gintere – Latvia – Olympic Voodoo Casino
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