Contract Extension Sealed
Big news for lottery enthusiasts in Virginia! IGT Global Solutions Corporation, a subsidiary of International Game Technology PLC (NYSE:IGT), has just inked a three-year contract extension with the Virginia Lottery. This deal isn’t just for a short stint; when combined with the current contract, IGT will be on board until October 2033. Plus, there’s a chance for even more collaboration with options for three additional one-year extensions on the table.
Upgrades on the Horizon
What’s in store for the Virginia Lottery? A whole lot of new tech! IGT is set to overhaul the lottery’s central system and communications network, bring in fresh point-of-sale hardware, and introduce some thrilling new gameplay features. Lottery players should mark their calendars for October 2025—that’s when all these exciting changes are expected to go live.
A Winning Partnership
The Virginia Lottery and IGT go way back—all the way to 2000! Tony R. Russell, Virginia Lottery Interim Director, gave a shout-out to IGT for its role in evolving the lottery’s offerings and boosting sales. The upcoming tech enhancements are more than just a facelift; they’re aimed at supporting the noble cause of raising funds for Virginia’s K-12 public education.
Innovative Lottery Solutions
IGT’s Jay Gendron, the Chief Operating Officer of Global Lottery, highlighted the decades-long collaboration with the Virginia Lottery, emphasizing the innovative lottery solutions and services IGT has provided. The new contract extension is set to bring even more innovation. The Aurora
system from IGT’s OMNIA lottery solution will be the backbone of the lottery’s retail operations, and new Retailer Pro S2 terminals will replace 5,500 retailer terminals, offering high performance for high volumes. This is a game-changer that will allow the lottery to roll out new features across multiple terminals with ease.
Progressive Jackpot Feature Teased
There’s also something special for players to look forward to—a progressive jackpot feature for the Lottery’s Print ‘n Play games. This addition promises to provide an engaging new experience for players, ramping up the excitement and potentially the winnings!
IGT’s Continued Role
IGT’s relationship with the Virginia Lottery is not just a fleeting connection. As the lottery’s primary technology partner since 2000 and its primary instant ticket provider since 2020, IGT has played a pivotal role in the lottery’s operations. With this extension, that partnership is set to continue and flourish, offering the promise of more innovation and growth for the Virginia Lottery.