What products will you present at FADJA Colombia?
Georgi Koprinarov: Casino Technology will present a selection of novelties and top-performing products for both land-based and online gaming at FADJA, Colombia. The popular Gamopolis multigame series that was introduced recently in Colombia in two casinos operated by Codere will be showcased in its Highway and Multiskin versions completed in Sensa Plus cabinet. The classic upright video slot, Gemini, with certified Gamopolis 25 and 26 multigame versions will also be presented, as well as Casino Technology's new sports betting platform Betcraze.
Will you launch something special for the Latin-American market?
Liliana Candelino: Casino Technology has a firm commitment to develop products and games oriented specifically for Latin America. The Company isclosely following the trends and customizing the products to fit local players’ preferences and tastes and our products have enjoyed warm reception and high performance. As part of its customer-oriented approach and the necessary for the operator’s flexibility, Casino Technology will offer to local operators several versions of the new Gamopolis Multiskin multigame with five game packs in each version and unique video slot tittles, allowing selection of games depending on the local specifics and demand, operators' needs as well as the player's mentality.
We have also recently launched a bingo game, specially developed for the Latin American market that will soon be installed in a few different markets. We will also be presenting and offering our Big5 solution that provides a seamless player experience delivered through the online system, Casino management system, Money management system, Jackpot system and our Remote game server. For operators looking to expand and provide their customers the opportunity to play the same games online using the same player’s account and credits, the Big 5 set of systems can offer a unique solution.
What are your expectations for FADJA?
G.K: FADJA, Colombia is becoming one of the most important trade shows in Latin America for Casino Technology. Given that the Colombian market is currently changing and will be looking for new performing products to replace existing equipment and renovate the game floor, Casino Technology is ready to offer variety of new and proven products to satisfy the demand of the operators. Based on the positive feedback and the great performance of our slot machines with Gamopolis Highwaymultigame series already installed in Colombia, we are confident that FADJA will be very successful and will result in multiple new product placements.
What can customers expect from you?
Nevena Aleksieva: Casino Technology always strives to meet the needs of its customers for new games and products and to offer added value to each new product, great service and timely support. Complementing its video slot products, the Company is offering the Fusionmultilevel mystery progressive jackpot system that is proven to increase performance results substantially, several standalone progressive video slots and soon a hybrid roulette that will be offered along with the Gamopolis video slots. Based on its extensive experience in the gaming and constant research of the specific market characteristics as well as the local players' profile and preferences, the Company is constantly developing and offering many innovative gaming solutions and providing great possibilities to achieve an optimal slot mix and performance.
You have recently introduced in Colombia the first container of machines in Colombia. How is that working? How have the reception and performance been? What are your expectations?
G.K Yes, the installations of Gamopolis Highway multigame series in Colombia show very good results. We are planning new installations of the same series in a number of locations in the local market. We believe that soon, Gamopolis Highway multigame will become one of the leading products in Colombia as it received very positive feedback and acceptance, like in many other markets in Latin America, such as Peru, Chile, Mexico, Panama, Argentina, Uruguay and other.
What plans do you have for the Colombian market?
N.A: Casino Technology is already established with its own representation in Peru and Argentina. Our plans are to soon have our own representation in Colombia. We are confident that our Gamopolis multigame series willquickly gain popularity in the local market. For us is very important to provide the local customers with timely service and support and to make sure they are confident that we are there to support their smooth operation
What about other Latin American markets?
L.C: Latin American markets such as Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and Panama are already included in Casino Technology’s product offering. A series of installations of Gamopolis multigame series show a warm reception in the local markets as well as increased demand by the operators. Our plans are to expand the market share, scope of the installations and the number of slot machines in the region, positioning them in some of the best casinos and gaming operations. We are also looking to expand in the offering of our Betcraze sports betting solution. For operators looking to expand into the online casino offering and also provide a seamless connection between their land based and online casino, the Big 5 is a unique and proven solution.
What do you think about bridge land based and online gaming in Latin America? Is the market ready?
N.A The gradual merging between land based and online gaming is a global trend that cannot but affect Latin America. The liberalization of gaming regulations is opening previously shut doors to new technologies in different regions around the world. This trend is leading to the penetration of remote gaming and the coexistence of both worlds - real and virtual.
Latin America will be following these global processes and even more so as the regulations are implemented, opening the markets. This is the future of gaming and Latin American countries can have a great advantage of the new opportunities created by the merger of the land based and online industry. We are ready to offer a unique solution that provides such an experience with the Big 5 solution and get the system tools to the operators that want to be on the front line and take advantage of this trend.
Where in Latin America do you have the most presence?
G.K In recent years, Casino Technology products have become very popular, increasing market share and enjoying increasing popularity in countries such as Peru, Panama, Mexico, amongst others. The great performance of Gamopolis multigame series helped to quickly gain positions in the local markets due to its extended library of games and diversity of concepts and consistent results.
How do you see online gaming in Latin America? What about legislation in general?
L.C The whole gaming industry is evolving at a very fast pace, as we live in a highly technological and dynamic world. Currently the rapid influx of remote and online games is one of the most powerful trends at a global level, providing great opportunities for both operators and players.
As mentioned already, Casino Technology also keeps pace with the latest technology trends by offering its customers a new technological solution providing a smooth transition from the land based to the online and mobile era called The Big 5.
Given the amendments to the local regulations and the legalization of this type of gambling we expect increased demand for this technology, offering even more opportunities for our clients.
Is Latin America a mature market?
N.A Latin America is a fast-developing market with strong traditions in gaming, but at the same time moving quickly ahead and constantly searching for new technologies and innovative products. It is exciting for a company like Casino Technology that has always tried to offer new and innovative products to be part of this process and offer new solutions to the customers. We are happy to work with the local operators as we see them as open to innovation, progressive and always looking to get ahead of the others. This is a guarantee for progress and a sure sign that the gaming market in Latin America is mature and also trend forming. Casino Technology can offer its customers exactly the products and solutions needed for the operators there.