International Game Technology PLC (IGT), through its subsidiary IGT Global Solutions Corporation, has added 10 more years to its contract with the North Carolina Education Lottery (NCEL).
The partnership spans all the way back to NCEL’s inception in 2006. The new extension will commence on 1 July 2027, running through June 2037.
With the new agreement in place, IGT will supply NCEL with its proprietary Aurora central system, which is a core component of IGT’s integrated lottery solution OMNIA.
The Aurora platform will aim to drive innovation and profitability, offering NCEL streamlined operations for optimised functionality.
The provision of additional services will also be included, such as up to 8,500 newly-launched Retailer Pro S2 terminals, 28 self-service vending machines, 2,000 lottery play centres, and a dual cellular communication network, among others.
Mark Michalko, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of the NCEL, 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 $1bn 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.”
Including NCEL, IGT is currently the primary technology provider of 26 out of the 46 lotteries in the US, and 16 of the top 25 lotteries.
Jay Gendron, IGT Chief Operating Officer Global Lottery, added: “The NCEL is among the top 10 most successful lotteries in the U.S., 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.”