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Professional Beauty

2010-10-03T14:48:00.000+01:00

Professional Beauty London is the UK’s leading beauty buying and learning event and takes place at Olympia Grand Hall from 6-7 March.

The Ski & Snowboard Show

2010-10-03T10:00:00.000+01:00

The Ski & Snowboard Show Olympia Grand Hall Consumerwww.metrosnow.co.uk/the_show 20-24 October 2010 Wednesday: 11am–9pmThursday: 11am–9pm Friday: 11am–9pm Saturday: 10am-8pm Sunday: 10am–6pm Click here to win VIP tickets to Ski and Snowboard Show!*£42 Weekday Ski and Snowboard Show VIP Ticket includes:Weekday entry to the showEntry to the Aosta Valley VIP LoungeFree taster menu inspired by star

Service Desk & IT Support Show 2011

2010-10-03T03:41:00.000+01:00

The Service Desk & IT Support Show is where the industry comes together each year to focus on the key issues of today and begin to address the challenges of tomorrow.All the major IT solution providers and service suppliers will be on hand alongside a comprehensive educational programme delivered by industry experts.

HR Software Show 2011

2010-10-02T23:36:00.000+01:00

Technology has the power to transform your people management processes. The HR Software Show is a great opportunity to discover the latest in HR software that can boost performance, increase efficiency and reduce your cost base.Join them in June and meet leading suppliers, get practical tailored advice and an update and all the industry development.

London Rollergirls presents: Roller Derby - Bout 2

2010-10-02T17:10:00.000+01:00

It's your first chance to see the new 4th LRG team in action!Every bout this season is a double header - so you get two bouts in one evening.Join us for an action packed night of spills and thrills on the derby track.2nd Bout: Harbour Grudges vs Ultraviolent Femmes

The Event Production Show 2011

2010-10-02T11:26:00.000+01:00

The Event Production Show, formerly The Event Show, will take place in February at Olympia.Entering its 19th year, The Event Production Show is perfectly timed for not only key spending, but also key planning, as exhibitors showcase their new products and services to the industry. With 300 products and suppliers on offer, a visit to The Event Production Show is a must for the entire events

Energy Solutions

2010-10-02T08:01:00.000+01:00

Energy Solutions Olympia Grand Hall Tradewww.energy-expo.info 06-07 October 2010 Wednesday: 9am - 5pmThursday: 9am - 4pm Energy Solutions is the UK’s biggest and fastest growing energy management event, returning for 2010, at Olympia, from the 6-7 October with even more exhibitors, new features and educational content.Energy Solutions has proved itself to be the largest and most successful

Brand Licensing

2010-10-01T22:09:00.000+01:00

Get the longer-term outlook – This year, exhibitors will be unveiling an array of fresh new licensing opportunities allowing licensees and retailers to plan ahead and ensure they discover the brands, characters, Hollywood blockbusters or cutting-edge images that will drive sales over the next 12-36 months.Network and strike lucrative partnerships with the biggest names in licensing across the

The Baby Show for Trade

2010-10-01T18:46:00.000+01:00

It will be the focal point for trade buyers from both independents and multiples to buy new season stock, be the first to see the innovations to give their stores the edge and hear from inspiring speakers.This destination event will also host comprehensive training workshops in order that retailers' sales teams can optimize their in-store demonstrations for maximum sales. Backed by a six figure

eCommerce Expo

2010-10-01T13:53:00.000+01:00

eCommerce Expo Launched in 2007, e Commerce Expo has established itself as the meeting and networking forum for online retailers and other e-commerce practitioners. Reflecting the spectacular growth and resilience of this market, e Commerce Expo has grown by over 250% in 3 years with more than 4000 people attending the 2009 event. e Commerce Expo has built up an enviable reputation for the

National Home Improvement Show

2010-10-01T08:03:00.000+01:00

Discover practical home extensions to add space, interior decorating ideas to inspire, innovative home improvements to add real value and save space and get great expert advice to improve your home. Share the passions of celebrity experts such as Michael Holmes, Real Home magazine's editor-in-chief and presenter of C5's 'I Own Britain's Best Home' and Julia Kendell from DIY SOS in the Real Homes

Project Challenge

2010-10-01T02:35:00.000+01:00

If you are focused 100% on making your project a success and want to meet project challenges head on...this event is not to be missed.The following people will gain most value from attending: Project Leaders / Directors / Managers Programme Directors / Managers Engineering Directors / Managers Business Change Leaders Operations Directors / Managers Business Consultants

Off Price Autumn

2010-09-30T20:21:00.000+01:00

From big sports and leisure brands, to the world’s top fashion designer names, to high quality unbranded imports, the unique Off-Price Show gives retail buyers a fantastic opportunity to order fashion stock, for immediate delivery, at amazingly low prices.

HR Software Show 2012

2010-09-30T13:45:00.000+01:00

The France Show 2012

2010-09-30T07:14:00.000+01:00

The France Show encapsulates everything French under one roof.Whether you want to tantalise your taste buds with French food and wine, search for your dream French property or watch fantastic celebrity chef Jean Christophe Novelli at work, The France Show promises to be a great day out for the whole family.For more information visit www.thefranceshow.com

PETEX 2010

2010-09-29T23:29:00.000+01:00

Petex is the Petroleum Exploration Society of Great Britain event at Earls Court from the 23-25 November.

Publishing Expo 2011

2010-09-29T17:28:00.000+01:00

Publishing Expo is the key UK event dedicated to the publishing industry. Publishing Expo combines a showcase of suppliers demonstrating exciting new products with a free education programme incorporating seminars, workshops and demonstrations, all offering the latest up to date information.Publishing Expo attracts thousands of publishing professionals involved in producing magazines,

The Ski & Snowboard Show 2011

2010-09-29T08:03:00.000+01:00

The Ski & Snowboard Show officially starts the winter season from 19-23 October in Olympia's Grand Hall. The show offers a range of interactive activities for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a first timer or a professional rider the show will not leave you disappointed.

Embedded Live 2010

2010-09-29T01:15:00.000+01:00

Embedded Live 2010 Brompton Hall Tradeembedded-live.com 20-21 October 2010 Wednesday: 09.30am–6pmThursday: 09.30am–5pm The definitive UK event for electronic design innovation and systems technology development.A fully-integrated, component to system showcase for electronic engineers, system designers, software engineers and embedded application developers.Embedded Live will be the best

The Running Show

2010-09-28T22:06:00.000+01:00

Organiser: M2 Events LimitedOrganiser Details Address: Unit 15, Shepperton Marina, Felix Lane, TW17 8NS, Middlesex Telephone: +44(0)845 680 6818

London Rollergirls presents: Roller Derby - Bout 3

2010-09-28T13:15:00.000+01:00

Guitar Nation Festival

2010-09-28T03:51:00.000+01:00

MB Interactive LtdGallery House, 2 Ashwell Hall Stables, Ashwell, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7LH01572 757775info@musicnation.eu Great guitar: playing, songwriting, technique, concerts, recording, production, instruments and hardware.Guitar Nation is a three day festival of all that's great in the world of guitar music featuring it's greatest players, composers, technicians and producers in an

Retail Business Technology Expo 2011

2010-09-27T20:55:00.000+01:00

Retail Business Technology Expo 2011 EC&O Venues Earls Court And OlympiaVisitingWhat's OnHow to get hereExhibitingOrganisingConferenceExhibitionEventAbout UsThe VenuesPressSustainability Login or register rssEC&O Venues in twitterEC&O Venues in facebookEC&O Venues in youtubeClick for free tickets to the Back Pain Show at Olympia...Win VIP tickets to the Ski and Snowboard Show! Click to find

Eco2 Transport 2010

2010-09-27T17:14:00.000+01:00

This unique event gives you the opportunity to talk face to face with the world’s leading eco transport providers, both in terms of products and services. The advantages to making your organisation more eco-friendly are simple.You can cut costs, improve your marketing and sales, comply with regulations, both governmental and supplier led.With transport representing 21% of total UK domestic

The London International Fine Art & Antiques Fair 2011

2010-09-27T11:14:00.000+01:00

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Lone Worker Safety 2011

2010-09-27T03:50:00.000+01:00

Lone Worker Safety 2011 is about establishing what can and should be done to improve lone worker safety. The key objective of this event is to provide like minded professionals, genuinely interested in improving lone worker safety with specific and up-to-date information, which will go far beyond theory alone.Some of the leading, most passionate and respected experts in lone worker protection

The Property Professional Show 2011

2010-09-26T20:25:00.000+01:00

The only major show for estate agents and property professionals in the UK. The show appeals to residential and commercial property agents, domestic and commercial energy assessors and anyone with an interest in the property market. The Property Ombudsman, the NAEA and ARLA are backing the show as are the Department of Energy & Climate Change and the Energy Saving Trust.For more information,

The National Wedding Show October 2010

2010-09-26T10:58:00.000+01:00

A visit to the National Wedding Show is an absolute must for all those planning their perfect wedding.Whether you’re planning a traditional princess fairytale wedding or are a modern bride seeking more of a cutting edge and contemporary affair, with over 300 wedding experts and inspirational features, The National Wedding Show is the show for you; a unique and glamorous wedding shopping

Madness at Earls Court

2010-09-26T05:57:00.000+01:00

The final night of the Madness - Do Not Adjust Your Nut Tour is at Earls Court and you can click here for Madness tickets from 9am on 30 June!One Step Beyond in Our House!

Jack Black Mindstore Transformation Event

2010-09-26T00:18:00.000+01:00

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Data Centre World 2011

2010-09-25T15:48:00.000+01:00

Organiser: Turret GroupOrganiser Details Address: Turret Group Ltd, 173 High Street, Rickmansworth, Herts, WD3 1AY

MediaPro 2010

2010-09-25T09:36:00.000+01:00

mediaPro 2010 exhibition and seminar programme is a free event for all of those involved in delivering effective integrated communications. Whether you are looking to use digital, social and print media and develop consistent messages across different channels; looking to take advantage of the latest innovations in digital, mobile, POS or social media; wanting to add some sparkling new ideas to

100% Design London

2010-09-25T06:03:00.000+01:00

100% Design London Earls Court Two Tradewww.100percentdesign.co.uk 23-26 September 2010 Thursday 10.00-21.00 Friday 10.00-19.00Saturday 10.00-18.00Sunday 11.00-17.00 100% Design London is about the best of contemporary interior design. 100% Design London features world-class interiors show 100% Design, interiors and architectural interiors exhibition 100% Materials

Primal Scream play Screamadelica

2010-09-24T22:58:00.000+01:00

Doors open at 18.30 - Show time TBC.Primal Scream mark 20 years since the creation of their mind-blowing landmark Screamadelica by playing the album in its entirety for the first time on 26th & 27th November at Olympia Grand Hall.Since its release in September 1991, Screamadelica has been hailed as the defining musical statement of the 90s, often one of the greatest albums of all time.It scooped

Halal Capital Markets Conference 2010

2010-09-24T18:40:00.000+01:00

Halal Capital Markets Conference 2010 Earls Court Conference Centre Consumerwww.halalcapitalmarkets.com 11-14 October 2010 Monday: 9am-6pmTuesday: 9am-6pmWednesday: 9am-6pmThursday: 9am-6pm The Halal Capital Markets Conference is a unique platform aiming to bring together the Halal sector players and mainstream financial institutions under one roof to discuss and explore various financing

Clothes Show London 2013

2010-09-24T14:13:00.000+01:00

Clothes Show Londonshowcases the latest fashion, make up and hair, and takes place from 21-23 June 2013 in Earls Court One & Two.

Olympia Musicmania April 2011

2010-09-24T06:47:00.000+01:00

Whether you are a collector of a band or artist, or simply want to pick up some great music at affordable prices, Musicmania shows give you the best route to success.They pride themselves on offering the best selection of Rock, Pop, Indie, Punk, Grunge and soul music, whilst several regular sellers cover music going all the way back to the early days of popular music - Rock and Roll, R&B, Doo

Pure London Spring 2012

2010-09-24T01:30:00.000+01:00

Pure London is the show to do business at£100 million worth of buying is done by retailers either at the show or as a direct visit*Freshen up your offering with 250 new brands - 76% of visitors placed orders with new brands/suppliers at the showSpend less time travelling to showrooms - 82% of visitors placed orders with existing brands/suppliers at the showDrive competitive advantage - new free

Olympia The London International Horse Show 2010

2010-09-23T19:37:00.000+01:00

The International Horse Show at Olympia takes place in the historic halls at Olympia in December each year and is a world renowned event with the UK’s only FEI World Cup Qualifiers for both dressage and jumping.The equestrian competition is mixed with equine displays and this year The Ukrainian Cossacks will be wowing the crowds with their incredible stunt riding, and The Household Cavalry will

The Vitality Show 2011

2010-09-23T13:45:00.000+01:00

The Vitality Show 2011 Earls Court Two Consumerwww.thevitalityshow.co.uk 24-27 March 2011 Thursday: 1pm-9pmFriday: 10am-6pmSaturday: 10am-6pmSunday: 10am-6pm If you're looking for new and inspiring ways to look good and feel great then The Vitality Show is for you.The Vitality Show is the UK's largest health, beauty, fitness, healthy eating and wellbeing event of the year!At The Vitality Show,

Eurogamer Expo

2010-09-23T06:13:00.000+01:00

Join Eurogamer Expo in London this October to play some of the most anticipated games for this Christmas and beyond, hear from some of the world's most talented developers, take part in tournaments to win great prizes, check out our indie and retro arcades and get involved with the industry via the GamesIndustry.biz Career Fair.Eurogamer Expo has it all - whether you want to play the biggest

Internet World 2011

2010-09-23T02:05:00.000+01:00

Internet World is Europe's longest running, best attended and biggest annual event for digital marketing and online business.Internet World is the only event that brings you everything you need to formulate and implement your online strategy, from digital marketing to ecommerce, content management to hosting.Internet World showcases the UK’s leading suppliers, delivers Europe’s biggest free

Counter Terror Expo 2011

2010-09-22T21:58:00.000+01:00

Counter Terror Expo offers a secure environment where you can:Learn about the latest security technologies and innovations, source new products, meet suppliers and understand how to deploy new solutions to improve security.Attend free Workshops presented by industry experts which will give the latest insight into new technologies plus share tried and tested methodologies.Meet your peers who

Airline Purchasing & Maintenance Expo 2011

2010-09-22T17:01:00.000+01:00

The Airline Purchasing & Maintenance Expo serves the MRO and aftermarket sector of commercial aviation. If you are looking for a cost effective means of communicating with existing customers and generating new business through direct marketing, our EXPO could be ideal for you.Whether you are a visitor, delegate or exhibitor, the Airline Purchasing & Aircraft Maintenance Outsourcing EXPO Europe

Marketing Week Live 2011

2010-09-22T11:13:00.000+01:00

Centaur Exhibitionswww.centaur.co.ukCentaur Media PLC, St Giles House, 50 Poland Street, London W1F 7AX020 7970 4000Marketing Week Live, reflects the energy, fast pace and evolving nature of modern integrated marketing. It will challenge your current thinking, expand your knowledge and introduce you to new ideas and contacts. Invest time to visit and you will be rewarded with inspiration to

London Chess Classic 2010

2010-09-22T01:21:00.000+01:00

The London Chess Classic 2009 was the highest level tournament in London for 25 years and was the first in a series of events designed to increase enthusiasm for chess in the UK and promote the game and its undoubted educational benefits in schools and communities. Details for the London Chess Classic 2010 will be coming soon.

MasterChef Live

2010-09-21T15:42:00.000+01:00

MasterChef Live Olympia Grand Hall Consumerwww.MasterChefLive.com 12-14 November 2010 Friday: 9am-7pmSaturday: 9am-7pmSunday: 9.30am-5.30pm MasterChef Live is back and it’s more exciting than ever before. Watch the hit TV series come to life as they bring you the best features from the show live on stage, along with fantastic shopping and top London restaurants.Watch your favourite winners of

Luxury Travel Fair

2010-09-21T10:36:00.000+01:00

Whatever your dream trip – whether it’s cruising in the Galapagos or rejuvenating in the Alps – enjoy a handpicked selection of travel companies, ready to create the holiday of a lifetime. What’s more, the Fair is filled with stunning entertainment and features to fire the travel imagination...So, wherever your imagination takes you in 2010, The Luxury Travel Fair can take you there...

Business Start Up 2010

2010-09-21T04:56:00.000+01:00

As the industry-leader, Business Startup is free for anyone thinking about starting a business or expanding a business. With over 140 seminars, over 200 exhibitors, advice, opportunities, and much more, can you afford to miss out?

National Graduate Recruitment Exhibition

2010-09-20T23:52:00.001+01:00

National Graduate Recruitment Exhibition Olympia Two Consumerwww.gradjobs.co.uk 08-09 October 2010 Friday: 11am-5pmSaturday: 11am-4pm You can register now for free entry to the National Graduate Recruitment Exhibition at www.gradjobs.co.ukMeet with leading employers who are looking to hire graduates just like you. Companies currently recruiting include Abercrombie & Fitch, Bloomberg, BSkyB,

We Have Moved

2009-10-30T21:12:00.003Z

http://amusementarcade.infoThe link above is the new and updated 'Amusement Arcade' website.All the latest news and views are posted there and you can also browse and search for Amusement Arcade related purchases.Best Wishes,Kinger!

SECURITY SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR TRIPLE 7 MACHINES!

2009-04-02T16:54:00.000+01:00

BARCREST: CRITICAL Game Executive Version No V 3.7.3.2 Barcrest Group has updated the Game Executive Software for all Triple 7 machines to provide added security, protection and control of the coin handling system following recent attacks on the Horizon cabinet. Details of these have already been circulated on Critical Machine Security Bulletin No 23 12th Feb 2009. Barcrest Group

Revamped Amusement Arcade Site

2008-12-21T18:56:00.003Z

An upgraded www.amusement-arcade.co.uk website, which is now more of a blog style, can be found with new and regular updated information for those in the amusement trade.It's just being tested at the moment but will soon carry all kinds of 'Amusement Arcade' news and views. Also, readers can leave their comments if they so wish.Have a good Christmas everyone and don't be too negative about the

Help for bingo clubs announced - But high street ‘machine shed’ proposal rejected

2008-06-25T19:11:00.000+01:00

Proposals to help bingo clubs by a slight easing of restrictions on gaming machines were announced by Sports Minister Gerry Sutcliffe today.In a statement to Parliament Mr Sutcliffe proposed that the number of category B3 (£1 stake/£500 prize) gaming machines allowed in licensed bingo clubs should increase from four to eight. The move is a one off measure designed to help the bingo industry,

Gambler In Landmark Court Case + More News

2008-02-15T23:13:00.000Z

Bowling takes amusements into casinosTenpin bowling is providing a basis for the expansion of amusement games in Chile.Local Brunswick importer Family Entertainment Centre Geyger Mailath, run by Steve Geyger, is installing bowling lanes in a variety of locations ranging from shopping malls to petrol stations - and amusement games have accompanied the installation.The company handles Chile, Peru

Thomas Automation - Update

2008-02-02T20:17:00.000Z

THOMAS AUTOMATION LTD 5 Weldon RoadLoughboroughLeics LE11 5RNEngland T: 01509 225 692F: 0845 283 3226E: sales@thomasa.co.ukW: www.thomasa.co.uk NEWS RELEASERelease date: 01.02.08 AmEx 2008 - The 29th. Irish Amusement & Gaming Trade Exhibition - Lynch Green Isle Hotel, DUBLIN - 04.03.08 & 05.03.08 We are pleased to advise you that once again we will be exhibiting at AmEx on stand

BACTA Show Rumours Rife

2008-01-29T23:41:00.000Z

Speculation at the London ATEI last week surrounded the future of the show. When BACTA, the trade association, sold the ATEI and ICE shows to Clarion Events at the end of 2004, it was shut out from running a show for four years. The 'non-compete' clause ran out with the 2008 event.BACTA officials were keeping quiet on rumours that it was investigating the possibilities of running its own show

ATEI 2008 Draws Mixed Response

2008-01-25T23:16:00.000Z

ATEI is now into its second year of the upstairs/downstairs divide and the past week has shown clear evidence that organiser Clarion Gaming still hasn't got the set up quite right.Grumbles about low visitor numbers, clients not being able to find stands and a feeling that the show was becoming more focused on casino equipment with amusement as an afterthought, could be heard from every corner of

9 Tips to Improve Online Poker Play Before Cards Are Even Dealt!

2007-12-23T23:17:00.000Z

Rules to the game of poker can be found easily by searching on Google. If that is what you are after then this article is not for you. This article is for those who are looking for some secrets to improve their online poker play. If what you want is something fresh, something exciting and something that will give you an edge over other players this is the article for you. To be specific this

Pay Per Play - Ready For Launch!

2007-12-12T13:19:00.000Z

Get paid on 100% of your website traffic, no clicks necessary! How is this possible? <<>>

Brand New Publication Coming Soon

2007-11-16T20:15:00.000Z

My business partner and I will be launching a local magazine appropriate to our area which will support and look at entertainment, including amusement centres.This site will carry news and updates for anyone who'd like to be involved.More details to follow nearer the launch date which is January 2008.

MachineGuard Expands

2007-08-20T19:10:00.000+01:00

MachineGuard, The Crime Prevention Federation for the Gaming and Leisure Industry is delighted to announce the appointment of Heather Ette as Networking and Membership Services Manager for MachineGuard-UK and its subsidiary organization, BusinessGuard. Heather said “The MachineGuard team has been working hard to develop a raft of new, soon-to-be-launched initiatives, designed to add value to

Pay Per Click Paradise: The RIGHT Way To Earn a Small Fortune On The Internet!

2007-05-14T23:03:00.000+01:00

IntroductionThe Internet has now become an important medium for product and service advertisements. Almost every company that can afford print, radio and TV advertisements have also ventured into placing ads on the Internet.But with millions of websites out there being visited by millions of computer users, how can you make sure that your ad can be seen by your target customers and that your

Convicted Criminals With Your Details

2007-04-14T18:52:00.000+01:00

You may or may not know this, but the DVLA is selling your personal details to companies and other organisations without your permission.All they need is to be registered with the DVLA - input your vehicle registration. Hey presto your name and address are given to the company.Recently the Daily Mail and other newspapers have written about such companies and how it is believed that the DVLA is in

UK casino plans scuppered further, Earls Court sale may be imminent, Games Warehouse Update + More News!

2007-04-08T20:25:00.000+01:00

UK casino plans scuppered furtherUK: The UK Government's plans to develop a regional casino have been further hit by existing operators who have lodged a legal complaint based on what they see as unfair treatment.The British Casino Association was granted permission by the High Court to challenge regulations that treat the 140 existing casinos "significantly less favourably" than the 17 proposed

Games Warehouse Move, Time Crisis 4 - 3rd Production Run + More News

2007-03-04T19:24:00.000Z

Harrah’s FY profits boostedUS: Harrah’s Entertainment, the world’s largest casino company by revenue, has booked a 35.4 per cent increase in pre-tax earnings for fiscal 2006, due to the successful integration of customer-loyalty programmes and a strong fourth quarter.The Las Vegas-based company, which is currently in the process of being purchased by a consortium including Texas Pacific Group and

China Crack Down, Jowell Facing Possible Revolt + More News

2007-02-27T17:53:00.000Z

China cracks down on web gamingCHINA: A coalition of government departments in China has launched a crackdown on internet gambling.Beijing, Shanghai, Guangdong and Zhejiang will be the areas most heavily policed, in a bid to 'purify the cyber environment.' Local government departments will be asked to strictly monitor online gaming operators.China's police busted a total of 347,000 gambling cases

Phishing Scam On Gambling Site,UK Supercasino Terms + More News

2007-02-23T12:30:00.000Z

Ladbrokes FY profit up 86.5%UK: Ladbrokes has reported a near doubling of profits for 2006, as the UK bookmaker continues to expand its geographic presence and bolster its online operations.The firm saw revenue jump 6.8 per cent year-on-year to £970m, while gross win topped £1bn, compared to £918m in 2006.Net earnings totalled £617.2m for the 12 months ended December 31, 2006, an 86.5 per cent

Barcrest Makes Move,Ice Growth,ATEI Views Continue + More News

2007-02-23T12:11:00.000Z

Barcrest sales boss makes Inspired moveUK: Barcrest Group has announced that Barry Knowles will be leaving the company to become gaming director at Inspired Gaming Group.As a result, Nik Novak has been appointed Barcrest’s director of UK sales. Knowles will continue to work for Barcrest Group over the next few weeks, handing over to Novak and his team. He will join his new colleagues at Inspired

Huge slip-up for CFA + More News

2007-02-23T11:59:00.000Z

Huge slip-up for CFAEGYPT: A disaster unfolded this week for exhibitors at the Cairo Fun and Amusement Exhibition, which was held at Nasser City, Cairo.The show was due to open on Tuesday and run for four days. At noon on Tuesday, however, the huge exhibition hall was still being cleaned and visitors and exhibitors had been locked out, according to Frank Ballouz, international vice president for

Chips are down for Blackpool, Mazooma sales boss disappointed with London show

2007-02-02T22:12:00.000Z

EAS ‘08 'dates clash'EUROPE: A significant date-clash in trade shows is set for January 2008.The European Amusement Show, which is run annually at different locations around Europe and is strongly influenced by the IAAPA organisation, will be held in Nice in 2008 from January 22-24 - exactly the same dates as the London ATEI.The dates were announced by IAAPA during this year's show, held from

Manchester Gets Casino!

2007-01-31T22:12:00.000Z

Manchester wins UK casino raceUK: The Casino Advisory Panel has chosen Manchester to receive the first regional casino licence in the UK, beating near neighbours and favourites Blackpool and the Millennium Dome in Greenwich, London.The Panel has also recommended that the areas in which the eight large casinos should be licensed are Great Yarmouth; Kingston-upon-Hull; Leeds; Middlesbrough; Milton

Manchester Wins Super-Casino Race (BBC News)

2007-01-30T13:21:00.000Z

Manchester has been chosen as the surprise location of Britain's first Las Vegas-style super-casino. The decision is a blow for Blackpool and London's former Millennium Dome which were the bookmakers' favourites. The licence will allow Manchester to build a venue for up to 1,250 unlimited-jackpot gaming machines. Licences for smaller casinos were granted to Great Yarmouth, Hull, Leeds,

Camelot Confident, ATEI Mixed Reception + More News!

2007-01-29T22:26:00.000Z

SBG boosts Inspired resultsUK: The Inspired Gaming Group, operator of the largest server-based gaming network in the UK, has reported positive annual financial results - its first since becoming AIM listed.Group turnover for the 53 weeks ending September 30, 2006 were £171.1m, up 5.2 per cent from the same period a year earlier. A strong increase in its SBG business saw machine management

Free Updates From Gamesoft, Astra Gain ISO 9001 + More

2007-01-25T20:19:00.000Z

Gamesoft announces free updates dealUK: Gamesoft of the UK has announced this week that anyone buying a Power Games machine between now and September 2007 will receive free game updates.More specifically, the firm has announced that it will provide operators who purchase a Power Games machine from ATEI onwards a free update for its Firecracker and Monkey Business Classic games changing them from

Lowe Quits Role at Merit / Green Light for Euro Gaming + More News!

2007-01-10T20:17:00.000Z

Lloyd denies Danoptra troublesUK: Britain's second largest machine operating company, Danoptra, is renegotiating its banking facilities, triggering speculation in the national press at the weekend that it is in some trouble. However, according to the company's new managing director, Derek Lloyd, this is far from the truth.The leisure conglomerate has reportedly applied to its three banks - RBS,

Corrie Fans Paid Out + More News

2007-01-07T22:11:00.000Z

Gambling Commission now receiving licence applicationsUK: The British Gambling Commission is now receiving applications for operating licences and personal licences."Anyone who wishes to provide facilities for gambling, or to manufacture supply, install, repair or adapt a gaming machine or gambling software from September 1, 2007, is required to hold a licence authorising the specific activity to

Quicksilver offer, Stanley loses Chief Exec + More News!

2007-01-02T16:50:00.000Z

Consortium ups Quicksilver offerUK: The Australian consortium bidding for the 200-location chain of the Talarius-owned Quicksilver adult gaming centres in the UK, has increased its takeover offer.European Gaming, a newly-formed subsidiary of Tattersall's, the Australian gaming group, and bank Macquarie, has pushed up its bid from 270p to 280p per share. The increased cash offer represents a 36.2

New MachineGuard Scheme, Jukebox Facelift + More News

2006-12-23T17:59:00.000Z

Russian bill passes final Duma readingRUSSIA: The bill that would seek to close most casinos and slot-machine halls in Russia and exile gambling to four relatively uninhabited zones has passed a third and final reading in the Moscow State Duma.To become law, the bill now only needs the approval of the Federation Council and of President Vladimir Putin - who submitted the draft back in October.The

Astra Holiday Times

2006-12-20T21:06:00.000Z

Once again the holiday period is approaching and so Astra Games / Novo Casino UK would like to take this opportunity to inform you of the Technical Support / Spares department opening hours. For your convenience, below is a complete list of our opening hours during the Christmas and New Year period. • Friday 22nd December - 10am – 2.00pm • Wednesday 27th December - 10am – 2.00pm • Thursday

News (now world-wide)

2006-12-15T22:34:00.000Z

JPM set to take ATEI by stormUK: JPM International is planning a line-up of more than 40 different products for ATEI 2007 in London, including the brand new Prestige cabinet which houses dual-screen video and a new machine for the UK club market.Designed specifically for UK clubs, Around the World is built on a world travel theme. It includes a pre-gamble base game and a hi/lo stake feature game

Thomas Holiday

2006-12-15T14:32:00.000Z

HOLIDAY CLOSURE - 22.12.06 thru 01.01.07 Our factory and offices will be closed for holidays:From close of business on Thursday 21.12.06 until start of business on Tuesday 02.01.07However, on every day except Monday 25.12.06:Our 24 / 7 Messaging Service will be available on:+44.(0)700.2.THOMAS (84 66 27)Our Service Hotline will be open from 09.00 to 21.00 on:+44.(0)700.4.HOTLINE (468 54 63)or:

Update On Barcrest cabinets - Critical

2006-12-09T12:24:00.000Z

There is a way in which tampering can be performed on Barcrest cabinets via the JCM note acceptor.In order to combat this Barcrest have developed a security kit to protect the note acceptor and its wiring. This kit is available from Barcrest Group After Sales as KS58650. These kits will be fitted to all JCM Rio machines leaving Barcrest Group from w/c 11th Dec 2006. For details of the

Ladbrokes link - Astra Changes + More News

2006-11-27T20:33:00.000Z

Ladbrokes linked to possible 888 bidShares in online gaming group 888 Holdings have received a boost following news that UK bookmaker Ladbrokes may make a bid for the company.Shares were up 8.6 per cent at 120p this morning, valuing the group at more than £400m.Ladbrokes confirmed on Sunday that the company was in the early stages of reviewing a possible transaction involving 888.888 listed in

Note Acceptor Fraud

2006-11-21T17:01:00.000Z

Those with Astra S16 machines will need the new kit issue from Astra, either directly from them or via your distributor.Credits can be gained from the note entry by a new trick.The kit stops this happening.

Thomas Change Machine Update

2006-11-09T15:14:00.000Z

1.New Bank of England £20 Banknote (model: 1000, 1006, all 3000 & 4000 series plus 5001)The Bank of England announced today (30.10.06) that it will be releasing a completely new design of £20 banknote in “Spring 2007”We have had samples of this new banknote for several months and have been working with the suppliers of the banknote readers we use in our products to include it in the banknote

AWP stakes and prizes change imminent?

2006-09-18T11:25:00.000+01:00

AWP stakes and prizes change imminent?AN announcement from the DCMS about a review of stakes and prizes for AWP machines was expected either today or early next week, we understand. Rumour was rife this week, varying between an award of 30p/£35 and 50p/£35. Both were viewed by the industry with considerable dismay, the former because it was only a marginal increase from the current 30p/£25 and

Destroy all your S16's? + More News

2006-09-08T18:07:00.000+01:00

Stakes fail to lift AWPsTHE industry this week feared the worst - an uplift in stakes and prizes to 30p and £35, which almost everyone regards as of little or no help at all to the suffering AWP industry. Haemorrhaging their pub AWP customers to the greater payouts of Section 16 in arcades or the hard gambling of video roulette posing as fixed odds betting machines in bookies' shops, the industry

New Automated Business System

2006-08-31T20:03:00.000+01:00

Automate your business advertising.You'll need to give your name and email address to access the main site but it's worth it as you'll see. Watch the short video for full details.Take a look now!

Suzo to get Starpoint?, Gala gains + More

2006-08-29T19:23:00.000+01:00

Suzo to get Starpoint?Rumours beginning to circulate the UK market suggest that Suzo's US owners are in the course of acquiring Starpoint, the major distributor of parts. Pfingsten Associates, which owns Suzo International, has gradually built an empire within the coin machine spare parts business, buying also Happ Controls, the major US supplier, and a succession of smaller companies around

Chinese raids, US business closes + More

2006-08-15T16:08:00.000+01:00

Merit confirms Chinese raidsOFFICIAL confirmation has now come through from American manufacturer Merit of the news broken in this column on Friday, that raids had taken place on five companies on the Chinese mainland, with copied games and documents seized. Merit's China-based attorneys assisted officers of the Chinese Administration for Industry and Commerce and local police in raiding four

Thomas Working Hours

2006-08-15T14:22:00.000+01:00

HOLIDAY CLOSURE - 26.08.06 thru 28.08.06 Our factory and offices will be closed for holidays:From close of business on Friday 25.08.06 until start of business on Tuesday 29.08.06However, on every day:Our 24 / 7 Messaging Service will be available on:+44.(0)700.2.THOMAS (84 66 27)or:01509 267611Our Service Hotline will be open from 09.00 to 21.00 on:+44.(0)700.4.HOTLINE (468 54 63)or:0845.130.44

Astra Megaslot upturn + More News!

2006-08-11T17:01:00.000+01:00

Last rites for the AWP?By David SnookIf the views of one sector within the current UK AWP manufacturing/operating industry were to be accepted, then there is an unquestioned conspiracy against the street market, whether in pubs or arcades. That group cites a succession of individual circumstances and setbacks for the industry which, if viewed in aggregate, might suggest a plot to dismember

Namco Bowling, Sega Spares + More

2006-08-05T15:49:00.000+01:00

Talarius gets sales boostTALARIUS' 185 adult gaming centres have performed well in the first half of the year - the 28 weeks to July 15, 2006, growing like-for-like sales by 15 per cent. Its Quicksilver chain of AGCs grew from 164 to 185 during the period, with 19 locations added by the acquisition of Leisurama Entertainments Ltd in March and two new greenfield sites in June. Sales at

World Cup Affects Takings, Suzo Sega deal ended + More

2006-08-01T15:13:00.000+01:00

World Cup scuppers AWP takingsAWPs didn't like the World Cup, according to one major operator. Machine takes were notably down during the soccer tournament as people preferred to watch the matches at home instead of in their local pubs. At the same time, the hot weather has also affected machine income badly. In the cases of locations with gardens, the players tended to stay outside and if there

Adult Gaming, Hard Rock to Close + More

2006-07-28T17:01:00.000+01:00

Talarius opens second Quick-BetBRITAIN'S biggest adult gaming centre company, Talarius, has opened its second Quick-Bet shop, in Peterborough. Talarius, with 185 AGCs and 10,000 machines, has a policy of widening its operating base and more Quick-Bets (terminal based betting shops) are planned. The company runs 9,000 AWP machines and around 1,000 Section 16 games, at an average of four per

Crazy Frog, Dome ahead + More

2006-07-28T11:51:00.000+01:00

JPM gets Extreme with new releaseJPM International has launched a new reel-based AWP, Extreme, housed in the Linear cabinet and designed for the central and eastern European market. Extreme introduces a radical element to the top game award card structure, with players offered dramatically enhanced prizes for increases in stake, with the top stake delivering jackpot level awards for all three of

Stakes and Prizes charge + More news!

2006-07-22T17:03:00.000+01:00

Leisure Link will continue in UKInspired Gaming Group plc has asked us to make it clear that Leisure Link, as the UK operating division of the Inspired Gaming Group, is the leading machine operator of both server based gaming and analogue gaming machines in the UK and will continue to operate as such in the UK under the Leisure Link brand.Coinslot golf day axedThe cancellation of the Coinslot

New from JPM, Leisure Link wound up + More

2006-07-18T20:14:00.000+01:00

Leisure Link formally wound upBRITAIN'S largest operating company, Leisure Link, was finally laid to rest at a creditors' meeting on Monday, July 17. The company has been replaced by the publicly-quoted Inspired Gaming Group. It controls nearly 100,000 pieces of equipment in the UK.The creditors' meeting agreed by a majority a voluntary arrangement which would give shareholders 1p in the pound

Hope for stakes and prizes review + More News

2006-07-14T19:47:00.000+01:00

Gambling Commission opens doorsTHE Gambling Commission opened its doors yesterday to a specially invited guest list of over 120 at its new Birmingham headquarters. The Commission has the entire top floor of the Victoria Square Building in the centre of the city and is one of the first government departments to move out of London. Before it, the Gaming Board it occupied Berkshire House in Holborn.