Which of the products that you present at ICE 2018 will have the greatest impact in Latin America?
Casino Technology releases at ICE Totally Gaming 2018 a focused portfolio of novelty game packages, latest entries to our successful slot series and system solutions. The enhanced and even more diversified range of products was developed to support and fuel even further the company's growth. We expect multitude of new installations to be implemented immediately after the trade show. Our target is to develop new markets while strengthening presence at our core markets.
We are proceeding with a steady plan for continuous growth and the plan is entirely supported by the management team, which also expanded to include new key entries for different functions and territories, and aiming to materialize the mission and the vision of the company. Focused on enriching the library of games and the diversification of the portfolio, we are offering market tailored products that are targeted to the preferences of the customers. We anticipate a great reflection and interest amongst Latin American customers to the EZ MODULO series of slot machines. The product line that proved to be successful in 2017 will be showcased in several versions. The EZ MODULO with two 27” monitors and 24” optional topper was the initial slot machine from the series that has become an ultimate hit among operators with excellent feedback and has multiple installations on three continents with the most recent in the Caribbean region.
The next version of the product line has bigger two 32” monitors and is offered with modular video signage for easy customization for different floors. A new arrival in the luxury line of the slot machines will be launched especially for the ICE Totally Gaming 2018. The slant top machine is with exquisite design, advanced ergonomic characteristics and provides excellent players comfort. The EZ MODULO series of slot machines are coming with the new game package of six titles GORILLA WHEEL with entirely new concept of 4-level progressive symbol driven jackpot and with the SPEED KING multigame, offered with 20 to 60 games, depending on operators needs and request.
Furthermore, as a continuation of the successful launch of the TOWER slant top with vertically curved monitor and TOWER 101 multigame, is presented the new game mix –TOWER 102 - a promising successor of the already very popular first release. The machine is amongst the top choices on markets in Europe and Latin America, showing excellent results. Those unique game sets cannot be missed on the casino floor with their eye-catching graphics displayed on the bright 43” monitor with 4K resolution of TOWER Slant Top.
At SAGSE 2017 the slot machine Ez Modulo was launched. How have local operators responded? What are your sales expectations for this product? When will the new version of this machine be available in this market?
At SAGSE 2017 Casino Technology presented the EZ MODULO slot machine with two 27” monitors with the intention to showcase a contemporary slot machine that is compliant with the preferences of the market. The feedback was excellent and the product was greatly accepted by the operators with multitude of agreements done and now being in process of implementation. The EZ MODULO slot machine is available now not only in Argentina. After the show tens of machines were dispatched to Uruguay. As we draw our conclusions for the participation at SAGSE 2017 we could estimate that we have experienced steady growth and solid positioning in the region. Our sight is turned to 2018, expecting even further expanding our presence.
How is the TOWER slant top cabinet performing, now stepping in the Caribbean as well?
The new line products of Casino Technology, as the TOWER Slant Top, have an excellent inroad in the gaming industry, generating interest amongst operators which resulted in tying up many successful partnerships. The TOWER Slant Top is speeding up to more and more gaming floors. The most recent installations were made in the Caribbean region and in Africa. The operators explicitly pointed out that immediately after the machines' placement, they showed excellent results, outperforming most of the other slots and the customers were fascinated by the offered diversity of games.
The installations of TOWER slant top in the Caribbean expanded the Casino Technology's business horizon and proved once again our commitment to the customers’ demands by providing high quality products and uncompromising service.
What are the main online gaming markets for Casino Technology?
The online gaming has come on leaps and bounds over the last decade and the only limitation in the field is the human imagination. An ever increasing number of people are opting to play games in the online world, triggering the necessity to regulate that market. Casino Technology has been well positioned in the regulated markets, mostly in Europe. We also have trusted partners in Latin America, where we have put our focus with a projection for growth.
What are your projections for this market segment?
The rise of online gaming have pushed the operators to seek all possible ways of widening their approach while keeping the interest on the traditional slot machines. And the solution emerged – to unify the player's experience across all the delivery channels – landbased, online and mobile. The operators now strive to provide seamless synergy with one e-wallet through all channels of gaming delivery, allowing players to have one account, one reward and accumulating one jackpot. And that synergy could be achieved through multi-system solution as the BIG 5 suite, offered by Casino Technology. Consisting of 5 vital for every casino or gaming hall systems, it offers a seamless multichannel gaming solution, empowering a smooth transfer from land based to online and mobile era.
The RHINO Casino Management System, the BUFFALO Universal Jackpot System, the ELEPHANT Remote Game Server, the upgraded LEOPARD Online Gaming Platform and the LION Money Management System offer a full range of sophisticated tools for both traditional and online businesses.
What objectives have been set for this 2018?
Our product presentation at the ICE Totally Gaming displays just part of our product releases planned for 2018. Following our vision and strategy we are committed to deliver unique gaming experience. Processing a new strategic plan of growth, the company is unfolding further its development potential. Casino Technology is getting into 2018 with the firm intent to make a difference and move successfully ahead to its new milestone – the 20th anniversary of the company.