Merkur Group has taken a decisive step forward in its long-running collaboration with Spintec d.o.o., formalizing a deeper corporate commitment through the acquisition of a significant stake in the Slovenia-based Electronic Table Games (ETG) specialist. What started in 2019 as a technological partnership has gradually evolved into a broader business relationship, and the companies now describe this new development as the beginning of a stronger strategic phase. Their cooperation has been rooted in combining Spintec’s advanced ETG technology with Merkur Group’s established distribution networks and industry relationships.
Partnership Moves Into an Expanded Strategic Phase
Executives from both organizations emphasized that the progress achieved over recent years set the stage for this investment. Dominik Raasch, Management Board Member at Merkur Games, repeatedly highlighted Spintec’s strong market standing and global presence, noting: “Spintec is a highly innovative and successful ETG specialist, distinguished above all by outstanding quality and a strong global footprint.” He described the acquisition as beneficial not only for Merkur’s operational footprint but also for its broader ambitions, stating, “This investment is a real asset for the Merkur Group and an important driver of our international growth strategy.”
The joint statements released across industry outlets consistently underline how the cooperation has already demonstrated its effectiveness. Both companies attribute their success to the “ideal combination” of cutting-edge ETG solutions from Spintec and Merkur Group’s established networks across multiple continents. Raasch explained in the company’s press release, “Our collaboration creates valuable synergies that enable us to bring these high-quality ETG solutions to a significantly broader audience,” adding that deepening this relationship was “the natural next step for both sides.”
Spintec’s Global Footprint and Complementary Strengths
Spintec is recognized globally for its compact and amphitheatre ETG setups, noted for technical precision and modern design. Its presence spans Latin America, North America, Europe, and large portions of Asia, with operations also noted in Macau and other regional gaming hubs. The enhanced partnership expands Merkur Group’s ability to offer a wider range of gaming experiences, strengthening its position as a full-service gaming provider. Raasch summarized this advantage clearly: “With Spintec at our side, we can offer operators an even broader range of gaming experiences – further strengthening Merkur’s position as a reliable full-service gaming provider.”
From Spintec’s perspective, the extended partnership reflects their shared momentum. CEO Goran Miškulin acknowledged the effectiveness of the cooperation to date, particularly through deployments across Merkur Spielbanken properties in Germany. “Over the past years, we have seen just how well Merkur and Spintec complement one another,” he noted. Referencing the installations across Merkur casino venues, he added, “I am confident that this investment will allow us to exceed the results of our partnership so far and unlock additional synergies that will create value for both organizations.”
Industry observers also point to Spintec’s active expansion efforts, including interest in regions such as Australia and New Zealand, reinforcing how both companies are seeking broader market opportunities. Recent statements from Spintec representatives suggest optimism about developments in Macau’s stadium gaming sector, where regulatory shifts may open additional growth channels.
Across all four sources, the message is consistent: the strengthened partnership aligns closely with Merkur Group’s international growth strategy while positioning Spintec for wider global exposure. The acquisition solidifies a collaboration that has already proven effective at trade shows, within regulated casino environments, and across diverse global jurisdictions.
