IGT extends contract with North Carolina Education Lottery
The two signed a deal to partner for another 10 years.
Key Points
- IGT will provide its technology through June 2037
- The supplier has worked with the NCEL for 18 years
IGT’s subsidiary, IGT Global Solutions, has extended its agreement with the North Carolina Education Lottery (NCEL).
The duo signed a 10-year contract extension that will begin July 1 2027 and run through June 2037.
Under the terms of the deal, IGT will provide upgraded Wizard back-office applications, as well as deploying its Aurora central system.
NCEL CEO and Executive Director Mark Michalko took a moment to discuss the ongoing collaboration and said the group is excited to extend its agreement with IGT.
He commented, “IGT has been a trusted partner to the NCEL for more than 18 years, supporting our consistent growth and record-breaking sales. Supporting public education is our mission, and we now raise more than $1 billion a year for our state.
“We look forward to extending our strong relationship with IGT. The new technology that IGT will provide will help the lottery continue to responsibly increase sales and our contributions to North Carolina.”
Good to know: IGT and the NCEL have worked together since 2006
IGT provides its technology to 26 US lotteries and to 16 global lotteries.
Company COO Global Lottery Jay Gendron said, “The NCEL is among the top 10 most successful lotteries in the US and IGT is excited to upgrade its retail technology with our high-performing solutions, and help it drive sales growth.
“IGT’s future-forward technology will provide the systems and equipment needed for the NCEL to work effectively and efficiently for its players, its retail partners, and the good causes it serves.”
Along with lottery services, the state offers players access to legal sports wagering. North Carolina opened its legal and regulated sports betting market in March.
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