MERKUR Casino has opened its first property in the United Kingdom, marking an important milestone for the company. The new casino is located in the Scottish city of Aberdeen and will provide a lot of entertainment to local players.

The casino was officially opened by Irina Ruf, MERKUR Casino’s chief executive officer. She was accompanied at the event by MERKUR UK general manager Sascha Blodau and the COO of MERKUR Casino UK, Mark Schertle.

In addition to the high-profile MERKUR representatives, the grand opening was attended by local businesspeople, dignitaries and gambling industry workers. The opening also welcomed the Red Hot Chilli Pipers, a Celtic rock band from Scotland. The world-class singer Chris Ashton also attended the opening of the MERKUR Casino Aberdeen.

Casino guests can expect to find a variety of gaming tables and machines. The MERKUR Casino Aberdeen boasts four tables for roulette, two tables for blackjack, a table for three card poker and two electronic roulettes. In addition, the venue has a terminal that comprises 20 of the latest B1 Jackpot Machines from leading suppliers in a single machine.

Aberdeen Is a Perfect Location for MERKUR Casino’s Foray into the UK

Irina Ruf commented on the opening, saying that the opening of MERKUR’s first casino in the United Kingdom marks a new chapter for the company. She noted that MERKUR is known for its dedication to excellence. The company already provides bingo and slots to companies on the UK’s high streets. However, MERKUR will now be able to take things a step further and offer its best-in-class casino experiences to local players.

Ruf said that purchasing a license in Aberdeen was a no-brainer for her team and that the move represents a “natural progression” for the company.

When the opportunity arose to purchase a license in Aberdeen it was a natural progression to move into the sector and launch our first UK casino.

Irina Ruf, CEO, MERKUR Casino

According to CEO Ruf, Aberdeen is the perfect location for MERKUR’s first casino in the United Kingdom. She described the city as one with a thriving night-time economy and a Purple Flag status that attests to the safety and vibrancy of its streets at night.

We hope to add to that vibrancy with best-in-breed gaming entertainment and promote the safety and well-being of visitors and residents alike.

Irina Ruf, CEO, MERKUR Casino

Last year, Merkur eSolutions, a B2B division of the Gauselmann Group, opened a new office in Malta.

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International Game Technology (IGT), a global leader in gaming products and content, has doubled down on its expansion efforts in Central America with a launch in Panama. Following an agreement with Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino in Panama City, IGT rolled out its gaming solutions in the country, installing a number of machines and solutions at the property.

According to the announcement, more than 80 high-quality IGT cabinets are now available at the casino. The machines feature a diverse USwitch multi-game library backed by IGT’s famed Floor Manager technology.

Thanks to Floor Manager, Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino will have near-immediate access to dozens of downloadable IGT slots from the company’s USwitch multi-game packs. Some of the titles players in Panama will get to play include hits such as Lunar Disc, Shamrock Stars and Power Coins Leprechaun, among others.

In addition, the property will get access to tools that will help it optimize its gaming floor, including solutions such as real-time game performance analytics and instant access to game upgrades.

As a global leader in gaming, IGT recognizes the importance of expanding its global footprint through partnerships with notable companies. The company currently enjoys a presence in some 100+ markets, creating value by adhering to high standards of service, integrity and responsibility.

The Deal Will Provide the Property with a Competitive Edge

Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino’s general manager, Pablo Solis, commented on the agreement with IGT, saying that his company is excited to be the first operator in Panama to leverage the suppliers’ portfolio of market-attuned games and cabinets, as well as its Floor Manager solution.

With one of the most advanced game delivery solutions in the market, we are confident that IGT’s Floor Manager will help us deliver a new level of entertainment in our casino, meet the demands of our slots players, and ultimately support our growth.

Pablo Solis, general manager, Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino

David Flinn, IGT’s senior vice president of gaming for Canada, South and Central America, also shared his thoughts on the deal. He said that the rollout of the Floor Manager solution and IGT’s USwitch library at Sortis Hotel, Spa & Casino is sure to provide the property with the competitive edge it needs.

We look forward to continuing to expand our footprint throughout the region by deploying IGT’s transformative solutions that will optimize the gaming floor and drive strong results for operators.

David Flinn, SVP of gaming for Canada, South and Central America, IGT

Meanwhile, IGT just signed a cross-licensing deal with FDJ’s FGS.

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