Gaming giant continues operating Baloto game

IGT secures five-year private operator deal with Coljuegos

2017-01-18
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IGT confirmed that its subsidiary, IGT Juegos S.A.S. has signed a new five-year private operator contract to run the draw-based game "Baloto" for Coljuegos EICE. The private operator contract was awarded as part of a public procurement process.

"With this new contract, Coljuegos will be able to increase the amount of revenue transferred to the Colombia health sector," said Juan B. Perez, Coljuegos President.

"This new contract, and IGT's proven record of successfully operating Baloto in Colombia during the past 16 years, demonstrates the Company's expertise in privately managing all aspects of lottery operations for governments," added Declan Harkin, IGT Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, International. "With this contract, IGT reaffirms its commitment to ensuring Coljuegos generates funds for good causes, and maintaining a strong presence in the Latin America market."

Under this new contract, IGT will continue operating the ONLINE LOTO-BALOTO game and provide full management services, including the central system, terminals, communications, data center operations, product, marketing, sales, and field services. The concession will begin in April 2017.

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