LAS VEGAS, March 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaming
entertainment leader IGT (NYSE: IGT) struck an impressive slot
machine and systems deal to install more than 500 IGT slot machines
and sbX Floor Manager at the highly anticipated new Baha Mar in
Nassau, The Bahamas. Slated
to open in March 2015, Baha Mar will
welcome guests with a slot floor comprised of nearly 50 percent IGT
games and a deployment of IGT's results-driven casino management
system, sbX Floor Manager.
Dubbed "The New Riviera," Baha Mar's casino is projected to
rival the best gaming destinations in Las
Vegas, Macau and
Monte Carlo. The 100,000
square-foot gaming mecca will include a vast array of gaming
experiences, ranging from the millionaire-making title Wheel of
Fortune to IGT's dazzling new S3000 spinning reel cabinet.
"We're thrilled to bring so many IGT games in combination with
our innovative systems to such an esteemed casino project," said
Tim Shortall, IGT VP of Eastern
Region Sales. "IGT's decades of leadership in the global
marketplace give us the tools and expertise needed to deliver a
diverse casino portfolio that will appeal to Baha Mar's
international audience. Through the deployment of sbX Floor
Manager, Baha Mar can further refine and optimize its casino floor
and deliver on its promise of the most remarkable casino in the
Caribbean."
"Baha Mar will completely redefine gaming entertainment in the
Caribbean," said Paul Pusateri, Baha Mar Chief Operating Officer.
"We're building a world-class gaming destination, and it's
imperative that we work with partners who share our same vision and
commitment to excellence. IGT's depth of gaming knowledge and
breadth of portfolio are the best in the industry and together,
we're creating the ultimate casino experience."
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at @IGTNews. Join the conversation at #IGTBlue.
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About IGT
International Game Technology (NYSE:
IGT) is a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and
continues to transform the industry by translating casino player
experiences to social, mobile and interactive environments for
markets around the world. IGT's acquisition of DoubleDown
Interactive provides engaging social casino style entertainment to
approximately 5 million players monthly. More information about IGT
is available at IGT.com or connect with IGT
at @IGTNews or facebook.com/IGT. Anyone can play at
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Contacts:
Michelle Schenk
IGT Corporate Communications
1-702-669-8177
michelle.schenk@igt.com
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