IGT and Scientific Games Awarded 20-Year Lottery Contract for Loteria Mineira Brazil as Part of Consortium
- IGT and Scientific Games have formed a consortium with SAGA to operate an instants and passive lottery in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The consortium has an exclusive 20-year license for lottery operations, with an option for renewal. IGT and Scientific Games will lead the operation and provide instant ticket planning and production, while Scientific Games will supply the software and management system.
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The consortium will bring instant and passive games to players in the southeastern state of 21 million people where lottery games are the only form of legalized gaming. Currently, only Keno and a national draw game are offered in the state.
Terms of the 20-year agreement provide the consortium with an exclusive license for lottery operations in
"We are very pleased to enter the Brazilian lottery market through this partnership with Scientific Games and SAGA, leveraging IGT's decades-long experience operating some of the world's largest lotteries, along with best-in-class instant ticket and passive lottery solutions for player entertainment and good causes," said Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer, Global Lottery. "This agreement enables us to expand IGT's global leadership in lottery and build upon our operational expertise while creating additional opportunities in
"We are excited to bring our 50 years of expertise in lottery instant games, analytics, systems and management services to
The contract is effective June 9, 2023 and the consortium is expecting to launch instant games by the end of 2023.
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Scientific Games is a global leader in retail and digital products, technology and services that drive profits for government-sponsored lottery and sports betting programs. From enterprise gaming platforms to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We are industry pioneers in instant games, data analytics, retail solutions and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships since 1973, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, performance and unwavering security to responsibly propel the industry forward. For more information, visit scientificgames.com.
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