Australian company Electro Optic Systems (EOS) and Israel’s Elbit Systems have developed a modular medium-calibre turret that can be configured for a range of platforms, including lightweight reconnaissance and heavy infantry fighting vehicles. EOS said the T2000 turret, which was launched at
Scientific Games has set out details of the contract that will see its Şans Girişim joint venture with Turkish conglomerate Demirören Group assume exclusive control of the country’s sports betting monopoly Iddaa. Under the 10-year agreement, which runs to 2029, Scientific Games will provide a full, turnkey sports betting solution to serve consumers at retail outlets and via mobile devices. The joint venture, led by Demirören Holding affiliate Sans Digital, will implement the solution across at least 5,300 retail point-of-sale throughout Turkey.
Lottery betting operator Lottoland has reiterated its commitment to Gibraltar, its current base of operations, despite successfully applying for two Malta licences. Lottoland has been awarded two Type 1 gaming services licences for its Lottoland Europe Ltd subsidiary by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA). These licences cover the provision of both B2B and B2C services, and list the company as having an office in the town of Birkirkara, located in the centre of the island. This has prompted speculation... Читать дальше...
GVC Holdings chief executive Kenneth Alexander has credited excellent operational execution, effective marketing and a good World Cup for helping drive growth in the operator’s 2018 results. Underlying net gaming revenue for the year - including Ladbrokes Coral results from March 28, 2018 - soared from £815.9m (€949.7m/$1.08bn) in 2017 to £3.0bn. On a proforma basis, incorporating Ladbrokes Coral’s performance from January 1, 2018, NGR was up 9% year-on-year to £3.6bn. When VAT and Goods and Services Tax of £44.3m were stripped out... Читать дальше...
Online affiliate and content marketing business Raketech has repaid its entire corporate debt of €7.7m (£6.6m/$8.7m), cutting its quarterly financial expenses in the process. Raketech has said the move represents the final step in optimising its capital structure post-IPO, with the cleared debt in relation to a previous loan facility. The company said paying off its debt will save around €200,000 per quarter in financial expenses. Since its IPO in 2018, Raketech said its focus has been on its capital... Читать дальше...
Australian A-League football club Melbourne Victory has been forced to drop a new sponsor from its shirt in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Champions League after it was revealed that the company in question may have links to a betting operator. Victory donned shirts without any main sponsor for the match against Korean side Daegu FC amid concerns that featuring the branding of partner Kaishi Entertainment would breach Asian Football Confederation (AFC) regulations. AFC rules state that clubs... Читать дальше...
Sweden’s Spelinspektionen has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA) to enhance cooperation between the two regulators. The MoU aims to facilitate close communications between the two authorities and provide a framework for sharing information on key policy areas. Each regulator will also look to provide the other with the best possible operational assistance to help enhance regulatory processes and uphold key policies. Spelinspektionen director general... Читать дальше...
Sports betting solutions provider Betinvest has rolled out what it says is the first customisable sportsbook iframe technology, designed specifically for the esports market. Clients can use the iframe, a box which sits within a website and pulls through content from another source, to instantly add a betting feature to esports sites. Companies will be able to customise the look and feel of the iframe to reflect their own branding, as well as use marketing features to develop promotional campaigns and drive betting activity. Читать дальше...
Other News Sources - Theres to be a 6 rise in ticket prices for people travelling by bus in the Forth Valley.
Other News Sources - New hard shoulder bus lanes on the M1 and M2 motorways will begin to operate on Monday 11 March.
Other News Sources - Councils in boroughs facing blanket noise misery from an expanded Heathrow are calling on the airport to spell out the real price communities will have to pay to satisfy its demand for growth.
Other News Sources - The Gospel Oak to Barking Overground line will be halving its train frequency later this month because of a lack of trains.
Other News Sources - Eurostar, the high-speed rail link between the UK and mainland Europe, has reported record sales revenues and passenger numbers for 2018. The business has carried more than 190 million passengers since services began in 1994.
Other News Sources - Eurostar, the high-speed rail link between the UK and mainland Europe, has reported record sales revenues and passenger numbers for 2018. The business has carried more than 190 million passengers since services began in 1994.
Other News Sources - CUMBRIAN MPs met with Rail Minister Andrew Jones in Parliament last week to discuss the future of rail services in the county.
Rail Advent - Stadler has announced that it is about to start the project to supply CITYLINK tram-trains and FLIRT trains for Wales mp; Borders.
Other Regional Press - A new initiative to tackle one of the biggest eyesores in Alnwick has been unveiled.
Other Regional Press - Rail campaigners say long-term projects must not get in the way of desperately needed improvements to the Calder Valley line
Other Regional Press - Siemens Mobility has been named UK Rail Business of the Year
East Anglian Daily Times - Council leaders in Suffolk have offered Network Rail £1m to try to encourage it to upgrade Haughley Junction just north of Stowmarket as a matter of priority.
The Press and Journal (Aberdeen) - Concerns were raised when the latest timetable introduced on the line in December did not include the promised improvements.
Birmingham Mail - Public consultation on Darlaston and Willenhall railway stations begins
Daily Record - Hugh Gaffney MP has arranged the event after constituents complained to him about the services.
City AM - Shareholders in ailing airline Flybe have today approved its acquisition by Virgin-led consortium Connect Airways.
City AM - The price of petrol and diesel inched up in February, ending three months of price reductions.