Income Access has signed a deal with the gaming software provider, Genting Stanley Alderney, to provide affiliate marketing software for their consumer facing brands, including Circus.
Montreal, QC (PRWEB) January 11, 2009 -- Affiliate marketing software provider Income Access (http://www.incomeaccess.com/) has announced that it will be partnering with Genting Stanley Alderney (http://www.stanleycasinos.com/), which trades as Circus Casino. Through this partnership, the affiliate programmes for Genting Stanley Alderney and its suite of online casino brands will be powered by the Income Access software and enjoy dedicated affiliate support.
This partnership will allow Genting Stanley Alderney affiliates to diversify and bolster their revenue streams. While Genting Stanley is a trusted brand that helps with conversions, their eclectic product offerings will appeal to a variety of affiliates and players.
"Genting Stanley Alderney is offering a superb opportunity for affiliates, and we're delighted to be offering their affiliates in-depth tracking and dedicated support," said Nicky Senyard, CEO of Income Access. "Having access to these resources while promoting such a trusted brand name should really help affiliates bolster their earnings and reach a new level of success."
Genting Stanley Alderney has three key brands; Circus, Maxims and Mint. Circus (http://www.circuscasino.com/) is one of the world's largest poker communities, featuring over 100 casino games, including classics such as Roulette and Blackjack. Circus will also be the first to launch it's affiliate program with the Income Access software.
The same software that powers the Income Access network, (http://incomeaccess.com/affiliate_network.asp), the Income Access software (http://incomeaccess.com/affiliate_software_solutions.asp) is also available for white labelling. Completely brandable and customizable, it provides iGaming operators the ability to extend their brand experience to affiliates. In a constant state of development and updated regularly, it features a variety of in-depth tracking reports and marketing tools that help both operators maximize their online marketing campaigns.
About Genting Stanley Alderney
Genting Stanley Alderney ltd which operates Circus Casino.com is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genting International plc. It places the same high level of importance on social responsibility as Genting Stanley and operates to the same high standards of care as the land based casinos. It is incorporated in Alderney and regulated by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission.
The Genting Group is one of Malaysias leading multi national corporations which has more than 27,000 employees and has a combined market capitalisation of more than US$17Billion.
About Income Access
Emphasizing long-term, proactive relationships, Income Access works closely with affiliates and operators alike to help them succeed in the iGaming space. A leading provider of affiliate marketing solutions, Income Access both operates an affiliate network and offers unmatched affiliate marketing software. To date, Income Access has partnered with over 17,000 affiliates and 60 operators, including a variety of Sportsbook, Casino, Poker, Bingo, Mobile, and Softgames operators.
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Monday, January 12, 2009
Sunday, October 12, 2008
NEC casino plan safe from credit crunch
The credit crunch will not restrict the development of a £90 million casino and leisure complex at the NEC, the company behind the scheme has said.
The announcement comes as many other large scale projects in Birmingham and the surrounding area are put on hold by developers fearful of the current economic climate.
Genting Stanley, which recently moved its UK headquarters to Birmingham, is the largest casino operator in the country with more than 40 outlets.
The business is owned by Malaysia-based Genting International, a publicly traded subsidiary of Genting Berhad that operates resorts and casinos around the world. The company plans to operate the NEC casino and the venue is expected to be a major enticement in helping lure tourists to the exhibition centre site.
The scheme comprises a casino with 150 slot machines and a maximum jackpot of £4,000, a hotel and spa, bars and restaurants.
However, the plan is dependent on Solihull Borough Council granting the company a licence to operate the casino.
The authority’s licensing committee is drawing up the ground rules for the decision-making process and it is likely that a public consultation exercise will be necessary before the licence is approved.
Bids from prospective casino operators have to be submitted by April next year and if there is only one bidder then the licence is likely to be granted by June 2009.
If there are two or more bidders, a final decision could be delayed until this time next year.
Executive deputy chairman of Genting Stanley, Peter Brooks, said that the company would be working with both the NEC and the Solihull authority to make the process as easy as possible.
However, he said that no planning application would be submitted until the licence was granted.
“We will work hard with both the NEC and SMBC to develop the project,” he said. “We want to create something that everyone can be proud of.”
Asked if the poor economic climate had had an impact on the scheme, Mr Brooks said: “The timetable for the project remains but it is a moving target.
“We are expecting to get project financing but we are in the hands of the financial markets. However, we have a robust plan, a strong covenant and we can address the challenges,” he added.
The company said it was wary of the current climate and the impact it could have for attracting customers to the new site, however, he added that by the time the casino was ready to open – probably early 2012 if everything goes to plan – the economy would hopefully have turned.
“If things haven’t calmed down by then, then there will be lot of larger things to worry about,” said Mr Brooks.
The casino development itself is expected to be a unique design and Mr Brooks said there were no comparable buildings anywhere else in the group’s portfolio.
However, he said the development would probably be on a scale of the Star City complex.
The scheme, in conjunction with a £28 million makeover of the NEC Arena, will create more than 1,000 jobs and is crucial to a transformation strategy intended to turn the NEC from primarily a conference centre into a major leisure destination.
Although primarily known internationally for casinos, Genting Stanley’s parent group operates some of the most prestigious hotel complexes in the world.
One of the best known is as the Genting Highlands Resort in Malaysia, which offers a wide array of leisure and entertainment facilities supported by no less than 10,000 hotel rooms.
Genting International is also developing the £2.2 billion “Resorts World at Sentosa” integrated resort in Singapore which will be home to a world-class range of attractions including a Universal Studios theme park.
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The announcement comes as many other large scale projects in Birmingham and the surrounding area are put on hold by developers fearful of the current economic climate.
Genting Stanley, which recently moved its UK headquarters to Birmingham, is the largest casino operator in the country with more than 40 outlets.
The business is owned by Malaysia-based Genting International, a publicly traded subsidiary of Genting Berhad that operates resorts and casinos around the world. The company plans to operate the NEC casino and the venue is expected to be a major enticement in helping lure tourists to the exhibition centre site.
The scheme comprises a casino with 150 slot machines and a maximum jackpot of £4,000, a hotel and spa, bars and restaurants.
However, the plan is dependent on Solihull Borough Council granting the company a licence to operate the casino.
The authority’s licensing committee is drawing up the ground rules for the decision-making process and it is likely that a public consultation exercise will be necessary before the licence is approved.
Bids from prospective casino operators have to be submitted by April next year and if there is only one bidder then the licence is likely to be granted by June 2009.
If there are two or more bidders, a final decision could be delayed until this time next year.
Executive deputy chairman of Genting Stanley, Peter Brooks, said that the company would be working with both the NEC and the Solihull authority to make the process as easy as possible.
However, he said that no planning application would be submitted until the licence was granted.
“We will work hard with both the NEC and SMBC to develop the project,” he said. “We want to create something that everyone can be proud of.”
Asked if the poor economic climate had had an impact on the scheme, Mr Brooks said: “The timetable for the project remains but it is a moving target.
“We are expecting to get project financing but we are in the hands of the financial markets. However, we have a robust plan, a strong covenant and we can address the challenges,” he added.
The company said it was wary of the current climate and the impact it could have for attracting customers to the new site, however, he added that by the time the casino was ready to open – probably early 2012 if everything goes to plan – the economy would hopefully have turned.
“If things haven’t calmed down by then, then there will be lot of larger things to worry about,” said Mr Brooks.
The casino development itself is expected to be a unique design and Mr Brooks said there were no comparable buildings anywhere else in the group’s portfolio.
However, he said the development would probably be on a scale of the Star City complex.
The scheme, in conjunction with a £28 million makeover of the NEC Arena, will create more than 1,000 jobs and is crucial to a transformation strategy intended to turn the NEC from primarily a conference centre into a major leisure destination.
Although primarily known internationally for casinos, Genting Stanley’s parent group operates some of the most prestigious hotel complexes in the world.
One of the best known is as the Genting Highlands Resort in Malaysia, which offers a wide array of leisure and entertainment facilities supported by no less than 10,000 hotel rooms.
Genting International is also developing the £2.2 billion “Resorts World at Sentosa” integrated resort in Singapore which will be home to a world-class range of attractions including a Universal Studios theme park.
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Friday, July 11, 2008
Goldman Sachs Purchases Rank Shares
Investment bankers Goldman Sachs has increased its holding in British land and online gambling group Rank by eleven percent to 16.1 percent, making it the second biggest shareholder after Malaysia’s Guoco Group Limited.
On Tuesday, Hong Kong-based Guoco increased its stake in the firm behind Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca Bingo to 17.08 percent, raising the ante in what could evolve into a bidding war.
Guoco is a subsidiary of investment group Hong Leong (Malaysia) Berhad run by Malaysian billionaire Quek Leng Chan and is looking to build a base in the UK casino market.
It has been gradually raising its stake in Rank since January, when it held around four percent, in direct competition with Malaysia’s Genting Group, who recently increased its stake to 12.67 percent.
There is also the UK’s Richardson family, whose interests include property and haulage, with a stake thought to be around eleven percent.
On Tuesday, Hong Kong-based Guoco increased its stake in the firm behind Grosvenor Casinos and Mecca Bingo to 17.08 percent, raising the ante in what could evolve into a bidding war.
Guoco is a subsidiary of investment group Hong Leong (Malaysia) Berhad run by Malaysian billionaire Quek Leng Chan and is looking to build a base in the UK casino market.
It has been gradually raising its stake in Rank since January, when it held around four percent, in direct competition with Malaysia’s Genting Group, who recently increased its stake to 12.67 percent.
There is also the UK’s Richardson family, whose interests include property and haulage, with a stake thought to be around eleven percent.
Friday, July 4, 2008
LG Electronics sponsors Birmingham NEC
LG Electronics is continuing to ramp up its marketing activity with an eight year sponsorship deal to rename Birmingham’s NEC Arena.
The arena will now become the LG Arena from this autumn and undergo a complete refurbishment as part of a £28 million funding package.
LG marketing director Andrew Warner says: “This partnership mirrors LG’s brand values as a company which its customers at the heart of everything it does… this initiative truly embodies LG’s “Life’s Good” philosophy.
“Consumer alignment to a brand is no longer simply about preference for that brand’s products. It’s about how the brand makes the consumer feel. Our relationship with the NEC Arena brings us closer to the lifestyle sector and all that is associated with it.”
Warner joined LG from the position of global director of brand management at Sony Ericsson in June this year.
As part of the deal LG will be supplying products throughout the LG Arena site.
Birmingham NEC opened 28 years ago. The redevelopment of the NEC Arena is part of a wider strategy for the NEC Group to create an all-encompassing leisure destination.
Plans include the development of a £90 million leisure and entertainment complex, including a large casino delivered in partnership with Genting Stanley.
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The arena will now become the LG Arena from this autumn and undergo a complete refurbishment as part of a £28 million funding package.
LG marketing director Andrew Warner says: “This partnership mirrors LG’s brand values as a company which its customers at the heart of everything it does… this initiative truly embodies LG’s “Life’s Good” philosophy.
“Consumer alignment to a brand is no longer simply about preference for that brand’s products. It’s about how the brand makes the consumer feel. Our relationship with the NEC Arena brings us closer to the lifestyle sector and all that is associated with it.”
Warner joined LG from the position of global director of brand management at Sony Ericsson in June this year.
As part of the deal LG will be supplying products throughout the LG Arena site.
Birmingham NEC opened 28 years ago. The redevelopment of the NEC Arena is part of a wider strategy for the NEC Group to create an all-encompassing leisure destination.
Plans include the development of a £90 million leisure and entertainment complex, including a large casino delivered in partnership with Genting Stanley.
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Thursday, July 3, 2008
云顶国际在英国 推出网上赌场
吉隆坡27日讯）云顶（Genting，3182，主板贸服股）宣布，旗下的云顶国际在英国推出其首个网上赌场品牌－－CircusCasino.com。
云顶国际发布文告指出，CircusCasino.com将由其独资子公司－－云顶史丹利奥尔德尼岛公司（Genting Stanley Alderney Ltd）经营，并提供超过100种的赌场、纸牌及桌面游戏。 网上博彩次季推行 云顶国际于今年3月13日宣布，云顶史丹利奥尔德尼岛公司获得奥尔德尼岛博彩管制委员会的批准，成功取得网上博彩执照，并预计在第二季开始网上博彩业务。
文告指出，全世界的玩家都可以浏览该网站，并观看“玩模拟模式”（Play for Fun）游戏。
然而，目前只有英国、马恩岛（Isle of Man）及海峡群岛（Channel Islands）的玩家，可以存入赌本及下注赢真钱（Play for Real）。
该公司指出，CircusCasino.com的推出，预计不会对本财年的净有形资产及每股盈利带来任何实质影响。
市场认为，云顶的加入是意味着对网上赌博领域充满信心，因为自从美国在2006年9月把网上赌博列为不合法后，该领域仍在挣扎求存。
消息指出，云顶可能利用CircusCasino.com试探军情，因为很多亚洲国家都在检讨网上赌博的条例。
“这对云顶是个好机会，而且倘若该公司在亚洲推出网上赌场，玩家可趁此次先暖身，熟悉玩法。” 在未被云顶收购之前，史丹利休闲曾多次尝试建立网上赌博网站，不过都失败。
这次，该公司选择向伦敦上市公司PlayTech购买扑克、轮盘及赌场的软件。
市场认为，正当网上赌场市场的竞争日益激烈，云顶将占有优势，因为该公司可攫取其传统赌场的会员。
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云顶国际发布文告指出，CircusCasino.com将由其独资子公司－－云顶史丹利奥尔德尼岛公司（Genting Stanley Alderney Ltd）经营，并提供超过100种的赌场、纸牌及桌面游戏。 网上博彩次季推行 云顶国际于今年3月13日宣布，云顶史丹利奥尔德尼岛公司获得奥尔德尼岛博彩管制委员会的批准，成功取得网上博彩执照，并预计在第二季开始网上博彩业务。
文告指出，全世界的玩家都可以浏览该网站，并观看“玩模拟模式”（Play for Fun）游戏。
然而，目前只有英国、马恩岛（Isle of Man）及海峡群岛（Channel Islands）的玩家，可以存入赌本及下注赢真钱（Play for Real）。
该公司指出，CircusCasino.com的推出，预计不会对本财年的净有形资产及每股盈利带来任何实质影响。
市场认为，云顶的加入是意味着对网上赌博领域充满信心，因为自从美国在2006年9月把网上赌博列为不合法后，该领域仍在挣扎求存。
消息指出，云顶可能利用CircusCasino.com试探军情，因为很多亚洲国家都在检讨网上赌博的条例。
“这对云顶是个好机会，而且倘若该公司在亚洲推出网上赌场，玩家可趁此次先暖身，熟悉玩法。” 在未被云顶收购之前，史丹利休闲曾多次尝试建立网上赌博网站，不过都失败。
这次，该公司选择向伦敦上市公司PlayTech购买扑克、轮盘及赌场的软件。
市场认为，正当网上赌场市场的竞争日益激烈，云顶将占有优势，因为该公司可攫取其传统赌场的会员。
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Playtech Signs With Genting
Isle of Man-based online gambling software provider Playtech Limited has signed a licensing agreement with Genting International to supply its poker and casino content for the Malaysian firm’s new CircusCasino.com Internet offering.
Genting, which also owns the Stanley chain of land-based casinos in the UK, launched its first online casino on Monday through its Genting Stanley Alderney subsidiary.
“Genting is one of the best known names in the industry and we are very pleased to have reached this agreement with them,” said Mor Weizer, Chief Executive Officer for Playtech.
“The new casino and poker products were specifically designed to appeal to Genting Stanley’s casino players and to allow Genting to diversify its business by providing an online offering to its players.
“The agreement is another example of Playtech's ability to attract additional high quality licensees to its client base. We look forward to a long and rewarding partnership with Genting Stanley Alderney.”
The agreement also includes the provision of Playtech's casino and poker products to other brands from Genting but no financial details were disclosed.
“We are delighted with the new agreement signed with Playtech,” said Peter Nolan, Managing Director Online for Genting.
“We were looking to find a complete solution for the Genting Stanley Alderney offer. Together, we believe that the products delivered by Playtech will provide an experience that mirrors our land-based offer; security, convenience and fun from the group which is the UK’s number one casino operator.”
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Genting, which also owns the Stanley chain of land-based casinos in the UK, launched its first online casino on Monday through its Genting Stanley Alderney subsidiary.
“Genting is one of the best known names in the industry and we are very pleased to have reached this agreement with them,” said Mor Weizer, Chief Executive Officer for Playtech.
“The new casino and poker products were specifically designed to appeal to Genting Stanley’s casino players and to allow Genting to diversify its business by providing an online offering to its players.
“The agreement is another example of Playtech's ability to attract additional high quality licensees to its client base. We look forward to a long and rewarding partnership with Genting Stanley Alderney.”
The agreement also includes the provision of Playtech's casino and poker products to other brands from Genting but no financial details were disclosed.
“We are delighted with the new agreement signed with Playtech,” said Peter Nolan, Managing Director Online for Genting.
“We were looking to find a complete solution for the Genting Stanley Alderney offer. Together, we believe that the products delivered by Playtech will provide an experience that mirrors our land-based offer; security, convenience and fun from the group which is the UK’s number one casino operator.”
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Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Genting International, The UK’s Biggest Casino Operator, Launches CircusCasino.com, Its First Online Brand
CircusCasino.com, which will be operated by Genting Stanley Alderney Limited, is a logical and important strategic step for Genting International in extending its product range for its UK customer base.
The Genting International group’s operations in the UK includes 44 clubs, such as the prestigious Crockfords club in Mayfair as well as the national Circus, Maxims and Mint brands.
Justin Tan, Managing Director, Genting International, said: “Being the UK’s biggest land-based casino operator, it is important for us to meet all the needs of our customers, including the growing demand to be able to play online from the comfort of their homes. It is a significant opportunity for us to leverage the heritage, expertise and reputation of our Group brands.”
CircusCasino.com will offer a market leading range of over 100 casino, card and table games including favourites such as roulette, blackjack, pontoon, baccarat, craps and slots.
Players will also be able to play various cash poker games and tournaments at the time and table limits of their choice.
Players from around the world will be able to access CircusCasino.com and view the Play for Fun games. From launch only players from the UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands will be able to deposit funds and Play for Real games.
Peter Brooks, Executive Deputy Chairman, Genting Stanley, added: “At Genting Stanley, we have been able to provide our players with a great night out, combining food, entertainment and gaming at any one of our 44 casinos.
Now CircusCasino.com can offer players, in the comfort of their own home, a great night in. “It’s all about choice and our research shows that a growing number of players want this from a brand that they know they can trust.”
CircusCasino.com will allow Genting International to access the growing online market and attract new customers, whilst retaining a greater share of existing customers’ online spend.
The UK online gaming market is estimated to be worth over £1 bn gross win.Peter Nolan, Managing Director, Online said: “We want to reach out to the increasing number of players who want the thrill of a ‘big night out’, or a ‘big night in’. It’s a simple and appealing proposition for customers - security, convenience and fun, from the group which is the UK’s number one casino operator.”
Genting Group is one of Malaysia’s leading multinational corporations, which has more than 27,000 employees and a combined market capitalisation of more than US17 billion.
Genting Stanley Solihull Ltd recently announced a potential £90m investment in a partnership with the NEC (National Exhibition Centre) for the development of a leisure and entertainment complex, including a 2005 Act large casino, on the NEC site in Solihull, Birmingham.
Speaking about the brand, which was officially launched at the group’s elegant Palm Beach casino in Mayfair, Peter Brooks added: “We have a strong customer service ethos and the Group will carry this through to the online brand where the emphasis will be on fun, responsible gaming in your own home.”
Genting Stanley Alderney which operates CircusCasino.com is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genting International.
It places the same high level of importance on social responsibility as Genting Stanley and will operate to the same high standards of care as the land-based casinos.
It is incorporated in Alderney and regulated by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission.
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The Genting International group’s operations in the UK includes 44 clubs, such as the prestigious Crockfords club in Mayfair as well as the national Circus, Maxims and Mint brands.
Justin Tan, Managing Director, Genting International, said: “Being the UK’s biggest land-based casino operator, it is important for us to meet all the needs of our customers, including the growing demand to be able to play online from the comfort of their homes. It is a significant opportunity for us to leverage the heritage, expertise and reputation of our Group brands.”
CircusCasino.com will offer a market leading range of over 100 casino, card and table games including favourites such as roulette, blackjack, pontoon, baccarat, craps and slots.
Players will also be able to play various cash poker games and tournaments at the time and table limits of their choice.
Players from around the world will be able to access CircusCasino.com and view the Play for Fun games. From launch only players from the UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands will be able to deposit funds and Play for Real games.
Peter Brooks, Executive Deputy Chairman, Genting Stanley, added: “At Genting Stanley, we have been able to provide our players with a great night out, combining food, entertainment and gaming at any one of our 44 casinos.
Now CircusCasino.com can offer players, in the comfort of their own home, a great night in. “It’s all about choice and our research shows that a growing number of players want this from a brand that they know they can trust.”
CircusCasino.com will allow Genting International to access the growing online market and attract new customers, whilst retaining a greater share of existing customers’ online spend.
The UK online gaming market is estimated to be worth over £1 bn gross win.Peter Nolan, Managing Director, Online said: “We want to reach out to the increasing number of players who want the thrill of a ‘big night out’, or a ‘big night in’. It’s a simple and appealing proposition for customers - security, convenience and fun, from the group which is the UK’s number one casino operator.”
Genting Group is one of Malaysia’s leading multinational corporations, which has more than 27,000 employees and a combined market capitalisation of more than US17 billion.
Genting Stanley Solihull Ltd recently announced a potential £90m investment in a partnership with the NEC (National Exhibition Centre) for the development of a leisure and entertainment complex, including a 2005 Act large casino, on the NEC site in Solihull, Birmingham.
Speaking about the brand, which was officially launched at the group’s elegant Palm Beach casino in Mayfair, Peter Brooks added: “We have a strong customer service ethos and the Group will carry this through to the online brand where the emphasis will be on fun, responsible gaming in your own home.”
Genting Stanley Alderney which operates CircusCasino.com is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genting International.
It places the same high level of importance on social responsibility as Genting Stanley and will operate to the same high standards of care as the land-based casinos.
It is incorporated in Alderney and regulated by the Alderney Gambling Control Commission.
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Friday, June 27, 2008
Genting launches online casino brand
KUALA LUMPUR: Genting International PLC has launched its first online casino brand, “CircusCasino.com”, in the United Kingdom.
Genting International managing director Justin Tan Wah Joo said “CircusCasino.com” would be operated by its unit Genting Stanley Alderney Ltd (GSAL) and it would offer a range of over 100 casino, card and table games.
“Players from around the world will be able to access “CircusCasino.com” and view the Play for Fun games. However, from launch only players from the UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands will be able to deposit funds and Play for Real games,” he said.
On March 13, Genting International had announced that GSAL had received approval from the Alderney Gambling Control Commission for an online gaming licence.
Tan said the launch of “CircusCasino.com” was not expected to have any material impact on the consolidated net tangible assets and earnings per share of the company for the financial year ending Dec 31.
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Genting International managing director Justin Tan Wah Joo said “CircusCasino.com” would be operated by its unit Genting Stanley Alderney Ltd (GSAL) and it would offer a range of over 100 casino, card and table games.
“Players from around the world will be able to access “CircusCasino.com” and view the Play for Fun games. However, from launch only players from the UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands will be able to deposit funds and Play for Real games,” he said.
On March 13, Genting International had announced that GSAL had received approval from the Alderney Gambling Control Commission for an online gaming licence.
Tan said the launch of “CircusCasino.com” was not expected to have any material impact on the consolidated net tangible assets and earnings per share of the company for the financial year ending Dec 31.
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Malaysia's Genting launches UK online gambling site
KUALA LUMPUR, June 27 (Reuters) - Malaysian gambling group Genting Bhd launched its first online casino brand, CircusCasino.com, in the United Kingdom, the company said on Friday.
Genting said its wholly-owned unit Genting Stanley Alderney Limited will run the site which gives players access to more than 100 casino, card and table games.
"Players from around the world will be able to access CircusCasino.com and view the Play for Fun games," Genting said in a statement.
However, only players from the UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands can deposit funds and actually play the games, it said.
The entrance of Genting, which owns casino chain Stanley Leisure in the United Kingdom, has been seen as a vote of confidence for the online industry still struggling after internet gambling was effectively banned in the U.S. in September 2006.
Before being bought by Genting in 2006, Stanley failed with several costly attempts to build its own internet betting site.
The Kuala Lumpur-based casino operator may use the new site as a testing ground for potential launches in Asia where many countries are in the process of reviewing online gambling rules.
Genting owns Malaysia's sole casino license. It is currently building a $4.4 billion casino resort in neighbouring Singapore.
On the Malaysian bourse, Genting shares fell 3.5 percent to 5.60 ringgit by 0303 GMT in a broader market down 1.1 percent.
(Reporting by Soo Ai Peng; Editing by Lincoln Feast)
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Genting said its wholly-owned unit Genting Stanley Alderney Limited will run the site which gives players access to more than 100 casino, card and table games.
"Players from around the world will be able to access CircusCasino.com and view the Play for Fun games," Genting said in a statement.
However, only players from the UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands can deposit funds and actually play the games, it said.
The entrance of Genting, which owns casino chain Stanley Leisure in the United Kingdom, has been seen as a vote of confidence for the online industry still struggling after internet gambling was effectively banned in the U.S. in September 2006.
Before being bought by Genting in 2006, Stanley failed with several costly attempts to build its own internet betting site.
The Kuala Lumpur-based casino operator may use the new site as a testing ground for potential launches in Asia where many countries are in the process of reviewing online gambling rules.
Genting owns Malaysia's sole casino license. It is currently building a $4.4 billion casino resort in neighbouring Singapore.
On the Malaysian bourse, Genting shares fell 3.5 percent to 5.60 ringgit by 0303 GMT in a broader market down 1.1 percent.
(Reporting by Soo Ai Peng; Editing by Lincoln Feast)
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Thursday, June 5, 2008
Genting has casino plans
A Manx-based casino company has announced plans for an £85 million gambling resort in Birmingham.
Genting International’s UK arm, Genting Stanley hopes to build a mega-casino, spa, shops, and motel at the National Exhibition Centre.
The company says details are still being worked and planning permission still needs to be sought, but decisions on the scheme are expected in the near future.
Before the facility can go ahead, Genting will need a gaming license from Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, as well as permission to operate a large casino within the complex.
Singapore-listed Genting plans $176 mln UK casino
SINGAPORE, June 4 (Reuters) - Gambling group Genting International said it has agreed to jointly develop an entertainment centre in the UK for 90 million pounds ($176 million).
Genting's UK unit Genting Stanley will develop the centre, which will include a large casino, spa and hotel, at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, Genting said in a statement.
The deal is not expected to affect Genting's earnings for the financial year ending Dec 2008, the firm said.
(Reporting by Koh Gui Qing, editing by Neil Chatterjee) ((Guiqing.Koh@thomsonreuters.com; Reuters Messaging; guiqing.koh.reuters.com@reuters.net; +65 6403 5665)) ($1=.5113 Pound)
Genting's UK unit Genting Stanley will develop the centre, which will include a large casino, spa and hotel, at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, Genting said in a statement.
The deal is not expected to affect Genting's earnings for the financial year ending Dec 2008, the firm said.
(Reporting by Koh Gui Qing, editing by Neil Chatterjee) ((Guiqing.Koh@thomsonreuters.com; Reuters Messaging; guiqing.koh.reuters.com@reuters.net; +65 6403 5665)) ($1=.5113 Pound)
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
了解时局·穿针引线 云顶打入伦敦市场
2008/06/01 17:34:44
●南洋商报 谢静雯整理译自《福布斯亚洲》
仍旧单身的梁铭隆，经常穿梭在全球各个据点，包括伦敦、云顶总公司马来西亚、丽星邮轮集团的香港以及新加坡。而英国方面，这个父母常住、加上求学超过10年的国家，也是他认为最棒的地方。
云顶国际董事经理陈和瑜说：“梁铭隆的背景，让他对英国有不同的观点。他也很年轻，所以他非常了解市场的年轻顾客群。” -->-->在2004年夏天，通过他的引领下，为云顶收购伦敦高档赌场Maxims铺路，并成功打入伦敦市场。
“当时该公司正要脱售，所以我与其总执行长会面，在Maxims外，他说：‘我会以账面价值卖给你。’也就是约1千800万美元（5千814万令吉），是个值得的交易，因为在2001年时他们则要求6千万美元（1亿9千380万令吉）的价格，之后该公司一直面临亏损。”
在外证实实力 “我联络我舅舅，他说：‘当然，快与他握手并去收购’，之后，我就被舅舅带入云顶，并帮助拓展业务，并坐上了策略投资主管一位。” 这样的结果绝对不是注定的，就好像许多企业巨头的子女，梁铭隆在大学后也是在外证实自己的实力。
他与姐姐在香港高盛工作，而妹妹则在英国当医生。 从小在云顶高原长大，母亲及父亲在云顶工作近20年，分别负责行政以及赌场营运。
“我们住的地方是五楼的顶层豪华公寓，与办公室是直接连接的。长大后，你会慢慢发现这不是一个其他人都能够从小长大的地方。” 隐瞒身分伦敦高盛打工 出生在富有家庭，也可以是一把“双刃刀”，当拥有机会时，因为你来自大商业家庭，所有人都预测你可以达到目标。
而梁铭隆深深牢记一句话：“你的名誉可能为你打开一扇门，但真正算数的是你在房内做的事情。” 在牛津读完地理课程后，梁铭隆在经过15个面试后，在伦敦高盛工作。
在接下来4年，他专注在合并及科技股项的交易。 他的前任上司，高盛的理查特提到梁铭隆时表示：“他是一个很聪明、勤劳的人，直到他走了，我才知道他真正的身分。” 在2003年，梁铭隆决定回到大马，也是前首相敦马哈迪执政的最后一个月。
前面的路还很长 作为林梧桐唯一一个在云顶工作的孙子，他是否会接任继承人一职，很多业内人士都是如此认为，但他倒不认同：“我还算是年轻，舅舅林国泰也是，前面的路还很长，我只要求能从每天的工作中学习。”
梁铭隆长时间投入在工作中，以完成公司拓展目标。分析员甚至透露，他甚少睡觉，更曾经在早上5点时接获他的信息或电邮回复。 这一切都只有一个原因，就是消除所有人对“云顶到底是什么公司”的疑问。
Source
●南洋商报 谢静雯整理译自《福布斯亚洲》
仍旧单身的梁铭隆，经常穿梭在全球各个据点，包括伦敦、云顶总公司马来西亚、丽星邮轮集团的香港以及新加坡。而英国方面，这个父母常住、加上求学超过10年的国家，也是他认为最棒的地方。
云顶国际董事经理陈和瑜说：“梁铭隆的背景，让他对英国有不同的观点。他也很年轻，所以他非常了解市场的年轻顾客群。” -->-->在2004年夏天，通过他的引领下，为云顶收购伦敦高档赌场Maxims铺路，并成功打入伦敦市场。
“当时该公司正要脱售，所以我与其总执行长会面，在Maxims外，他说：‘我会以账面价值卖给你。’也就是约1千800万美元（5千814万令吉），是个值得的交易，因为在2001年时他们则要求6千万美元（1亿9千380万令吉）的价格，之后该公司一直面临亏损。”
在外证实实力 “我联络我舅舅，他说：‘当然，快与他握手并去收购’，之后，我就被舅舅带入云顶，并帮助拓展业务，并坐上了策略投资主管一位。” 这样的结果绝对不是注定的，就好像许多企业巨头的子女，梁铭隆在大学后也是在外证实自己的实力。
他与姐姐在香港高盛工作，而妹妹则在英国当医生。 从小在云顶高原长大，母亲及父亲在云顶工作近20年，分别负责行政以及赌场营运。
“我们住的地方是五楼的顶层豪华公寓，与办公室是直接连接的。长大后，你会慢慢发现这不是一个其他人都能够从小长大的地方。” 隐瞒身分伦敦高盛打工 出生在富有家庭，也可以是一把“双刃刀”，当拥有机会时，因为你来自大商业家庭，所有人都预测你可以达到目标。
而梁铭隆深深牢记一句话：“你的名誉可能为你打开一扇门，但真正算数的是你在房内做的事情。” 在牛津读完地理课程后，梁铭隆在经过15个面试后，在伦敦高盛工作。
在接下来4年，他专注在合并及科技股项的交易。 他的前任上司，高盛的理查特提到梁铭隆时表示：“他是一个很聪明、勤劳的人，直到他走了，我才知道他真正的身分。” 在2003年，梁铭隆决定回到大马，也是前首相敦马哈迪执政的最后一个月。
前面的路还很长 作为林梧桐唯一一个在云顶工作的孙子，他是否会接任继承人一职，很多业内人士都是如此认为，但他倒不认同：“我还算是年轻，舅舅林国泰也是，前面的路还很长，我只要求能从每天的工作中学习。”
梁铭隆长时间投入在工作中，以完成公司拓展目标。分析员甚至透露，他甚少睡觉，更曾经在早上5点时接获他的信息或电邮回复。 这一切都只有一个原因，就是消除所有人对“云顶到底是什么公司”的疑问。
Source
梁铭隆誓让云顶赌霸全球
2008/06/01 17:34:22
●南洋商报 谢静雯整理译自《福布斯亚洲》
外祖父是创办人，舅舅是顶头上司，来到了第三代，梁铭隆在云顶扮演的，却是物色猎物的角色，为云顶投下重大赌注。
云顶除了拥有赌场业务外，旗下也坐拥能源及种植业务。2004年杪，在云顶收购英国连锁赌场公司史丹利休闲（Stanley Leisure）第一批的7％股权之前，后者所有执行人员脑中闪过的只有一句话：“云顶到底是什么公司？” -->-->“回想起当时，我们与该公司的总执行长及总营运长洽商时，他们问道：‘你们到底是谁？’他们根本没听过云顶这家公司，就算亚洲外有人知道我们，也从来没考虑我们是潜在的商业伙伴。”
梁铭隆接受《福布斯亚洲》专访时这么表示。 自2004年加入云顶后，他发誓将会改变这一切！因此，他致力寻找新的成长机会，除了提高知名度之余，也要改变他人对云顶的想法，并冀望带着云顶冲出海外，让所有人都认识云顶。
成为英国最大赌场业者 而云顶的声誉的确在不断提高当中。自在2006年以13亿美元（约41亿6千万令吉）收购史丹利休闲，成为英国最大的赌场经营者。
在新加坡方面，该公司也赢得了赌场兼度假村的竞标，计划将在2010年投入运作，并预料在2015年时能吸引近1千500万名游客前去。
Source
●南洋商报 谢静雯整理译自《福布斯亚洲》
外祖父是创办人，舅舅是顶头上司，来到了第三代，梁铭隆在云顶扮演的，却是物色猎物的角色，为云顶投下重大赌注。
云顶除了拥有赌场业务外，旗下也坐拥能源及种植业务。2004年杪，在云顶收购英国连锁赌场公司史丹利休闲（Stanley Leisure）第一批的7％股权之前，后者所有执行人员脑中闪过的只有一句话：“云顶到底是什么公司？” -->-->“回想起当时，我们与该公司的总执行长及总营运长洽商时，他们问道：‘你们到底是谁？’他们根本没听过云顶这家公司，就算亚洲外有人知道我们，也从来没考虑我们是潜在的商业伙伴。”
梁铭隆接受《福布斯亚洲》专访时这么表示。 自2004年加入云顶后，他发誓将会改变这一切！因此，他致力寻找新的成长机会，除了提高知名度之余，也要改变他人对云顶的想法，并冀望带着云顶冲出海外，让所有人都认识云顶。
成为英国最大赌场业者 而云顶的声誉的确在不断提高当中。自在2006年以13亿美元（约41亿6千万令吉）收购史丹利休闲，成为英国最大的赌场经营者。
在新加坡方面，该公司也赢得了赌场兼度假村的竞标，计划将在2010年投入运作，并预料在2015年时能吸引近1千500万名游客前去。
Source
Friday, December 7, 2007
CTP St James sells car park at St Paul's Place
Developers CTP St James have sold the 520-space multi-storey car park at St Paul's Place in Sheffield to private investor Hanson Capital for £21.55m.The car park is a crucial part of Sheffield's acclaimed £130m mixed-use Heart of the City project. Construction is well under way and is scheduled to be completed by July 2008.
The car park will be managed by Q Parks. Its basement, which comprises a 22,250 sq ft casino, pre-let to Stanley Casinos, and a 7,500 sq ft retail/leisure unit, is also included in the sale.
Robert Firth, director of CTP St James, commented: "The successful sale of the multi-storey car park is resounding endorsement of the strength of Sheffield's economy and a testament to the success of the whole St Paul's Place development. Sheffield is now challenging Leeds hard for the title of Yorkshire's finest city."
The car park will provide much-needed parking space within the city centre, while the casino is destined to become an integral part Sheffield's thriving leisure scene. Interest is very strong in the remaining 7,500 sq ft retail/leisure unit and we hope to make a positive announcement on that in due course.
"The flagship St Paul's Place project comprises three Grade A office buildings, providing 200,000 sq ft of accommodation with secure car parking; up to 135,000 sq ft of bars/restaurants/retail accommodation; luxury apartments; the 520-space car park; the creation of Millennium Square; and a new four-star Mercure Hotel.
Standard Life bought 1 St Paul's Place, pre-let to law firm DLA Piper, for £22.8 million two years ago and 2 St Paul's Place in Sheffield, a 70,000 sq ft state-of-the-art office block, to Standard Life for £26.6 million earlier this year.
GVA Grimley and Knight Frank in Leeds acted for CTP St James, while Charles Matthews acted for Hanson Capital. The Leeds office of HboS, meanwhile, advised CTP St James on the sale,
Mark Rawstron, Investment Partner of GVA Grimley, commented: "Despite the current credit crunch and lack of investor confidence, there are still sensible deals to be done between reputable parties with proven track records".
Developers CTP St James have sold the 520-space multi-storey car park at St Paul's Place in Sheffield to private investor Hanson Capital for £21.55m.The car park is a crucial part of Sheffield's acclaimed £130m mixed-use Heart of the City project. Construction is well under way and is scheduled to be completed by July 2008.
The car park will be managed by Q Parks. Its basement, which comprises a 22,250 sq ft casino, pre-let to Stanley Casinos, and a 7,500 sq ft retail/leisure unit, is also included in the sale.
Robert Firth, director of CTP St James, commented: "The successful sale of the multi-storey car park is resounding endorsement of the strength of Sheffield's economy and a testament to the success of the whole St Paul's Place development. Sheffield is now challenging Leeds hard for the title of Yorkshire's finest city."
The car park will provide much-needed parking space within the city centre, while the casino is destined to become an integral part Sheffield's thriving leisure scene. Interest is very strong in the remaining 7,500 sq ft retail/leisure unit and we hope to make a positive announcement on that in due course.
"The flagship St Paul's Place project comprises three Grade A office buildings, providing 200,000 sq ft of accommodation with secure car parking; up to 135,000 sq ft of bars/restaurants/retail accommodation; luxury apartments; the 520-space car park; the creation of Millennium Square; and a new four-star Mercure Hotel.
Standard Life bought 1 St Paul's Place, pre-let to law firm DLA Piper, for £22.8 million two years ago and 2 St Paul's Place in Sheffield, a 70,000 sq ft state-of-the-art office block, to Standard Life for £26.6 million earlier this year.
GVA Grimley and Knight Frank in Leeds acted for CTP St James, while Charles Matthews acted for Hanson Capital. The Leeds office of HboS, meanwhile, advised CTP St James on the sale,
Mark Rawstron, Investment Partner of GVA Grimley, commented: "Despite the current credit crunch and lack of investor confidence, there are still sensible deals to be done between reputable parties with proven track records".
Saturday, December 1, 2007
Circus Casino LiverpoolLocated in the heart of the city at Queen Square, newest and most contemporary casino opens it's doors this December.
The Circus Casino has been designed to ensure it's the perfect place for a one-stop night out. With Brasserie dining, the best in gaming, £4000 slots machines, live music every week and open until 6am every day, it's the latest destination for a complete evening out in Liverpool.
Poker competitions will be held in our cardroom every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (excluding Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Years Eve) starting on Monday 10th December with a £250 Freezeout competiton with £2000 added to the pot.
The @Latte coffee shop will also open in December at the Queen Square site, bringing fresh coffee and pastries throughout the day.
Monday, November 19, 2007
Stanley Leisure - Circus Casino Liverpool
The new Circus Casino Liverpool, opens in Queens Square on December 1st 2007
Circus Liverpool Queen Square is set to be the new and leading night spot in Liverpool from this winter. It’s been created to be the best one-stop destination for a great night out – whatever day of the week – whether it’s after work or at the weekend - whether it’s with work mates or friends - whether you’re on your own or within a group. Become a member for FREE now!
This Casino will offer the complete package:
Circus Liverpool Queen Square is set to be the new and leading night spot in Liverpool from this winter. It’s been created to be the best one-stop destination for a great night out – whatever day of the week – whether it’s after work or at the weekend - whether it’s with work mates or friends - whether you’re on your own or within a group. Become a member for FREE now!
It’s right on schedule to open for the start of ‘Christmas party time’ in December and will undoubtedly be the most contemporary casino to be seen in, as the festive season commences.
The reason why The Circus Casino, is set to be the city’s hottest destination is that it’s been designed with fun and entertainment in mind - providing exciting entertainment for people wanting to try something different.
This Casino will offer the complete package:
- Regular live entertainment at the weekends
- ‘110 Brasserie’ - Taking the highly acclaimed concept from our Manchester, Edinburgh and Nottingham casinos we will be launching the newest 110 brasserie in Liverpool - with a contemporary and exciting a theatre-style kitchen where guests can watch the chefs as they prepare the food
- @Latte Coffee Lounge – offering the best in coffees and tasty treats throughout the day and night
- The very best in live gaming such as roulette and blackjack and the best in slots with £4000 jackpots
- A place that loves an excuse for a celebration – birthdays, anniversaries and Christmas. From couples to party hosting up to 200 people
- The greatest opening hours for a good and long night out
- Free and immediate membership
Circus Casino, 1 & 3 Queen Square, Liverpool
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Stanley Leisure - Circus Casino Liverpool
Stanley Leisure - Circus Casino Liverpool (Genting International)
Liverpool's coolest casino will open in December 2007 and will bring a totally new casino experience to the city. As well as offering the latest electronic and live gaming the Circus will also offer a dedicated Poker room which will host regular competitions.
In addition to gaming the Circus will feature live entertainment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening, and the 110 Brasserie and Bar will offer the most contemporary dining experience in the city.
The @Latte coffee shop will also open in December at the Queen Square site, bringing fresh coffee and pastries throughout the day.
Please visit this page in coming weeks for details of the grand opening.
Liverpool's coolest casino will open in December 2007 and will bring a totally new casino experience to the city. As well as offering the latest electronic and live gaming the Circus will also offer a dedicated Poker room which will host regular competitions.
In addition to gaming the Circus will feature live entertainment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening, and the 110 Brasserie and Bar will offer the most contemporary dining experience in the city.
The @Latte coffee shop will also open in December at the Queen Square site, bringing fresh coffee and pastries throughout the day.
Please visit this page in coming weeks for details of the grand opening.
Friday, November 2, 2007
Apartments Plan For City Centre Cinema Site
Apartments Plan For City Centre Cinema Site
Sep 6 2007 by Sion Barry, Western Mail
PART of a city-centre leisure complex could make way for a 260-unit apartment project in Cardiff if a property developer’s plans materialise.
As part of the ambitious project, Cardiff-based property development company Hawtin plans to also create a 30,000 sq ft casino at the Millennium Plaza entertainment complex next the Millennium Stadium.
Hawtin, which is listed on London’s Alternative Investment Market, said the scheme’s current cinema complex, operated by Vue, would make way for the apartment project and potentially a casino as well.
The chief executive of Hawtin, Richard Hayward, said, “We are looking at building 260 units where the current cinema complex is, with an option for some car parking on the site as well.
“The apartments, over eight floors, would be in the £150,000 price range, creating a vibrant community in area of the city centre which has been somewhat neglected, with the focus currently on the St David’s 2 scheme.We are in a position to submit a planning application within three months.”
Mr Hayward, who also runs his own highly successful privately owned property development and investment company – Richard Hayward Properties – confirmed that Stanley Leisure was interested in operating the proposed casino at Millennium Plaza, with talks also taking place with a local operator.
Millennium Plaza already has planning consent for a casino and approval from the Gaming Control Board, but a licensing application was recently rejected by Cardiff magistrates.
Newport-born Mr Hayward, said, “The rejection was based on the argument of no need, which we found surprising as Cardiff had been bidding for a supercasino.
“We are hopeful of a successful appeal as Swansea, with its regional casino [Aspers] has stolen a march on Cardiff in this area.”
Since taking over as chief executive of Hawtin last year, Mr Hayward that the business was now in position to make the required jump to becoming a sizeable UK-wide property company.
He added, “It has been a battle royal and there was initially resistance, but we have gone from being a £10m [based on value of assets] company to a £70m one.
“However, we no longer want to be doing a plethora of £1m deals. The challenge now is for Hawtin is to do deals in excess of £100m, which is very exciting.
“In the Welsh marketplace we are a significant business, but when you look at the assets of some London-based property companies then we are insignificant. However, we are ambitious and looking to the future with real confidence.”
His privately owned company has this year concluded sales and acquisitions in the property sector to the value of £250m.
Hawtin acquired Millennium Plaza last year in a £1m-plus deal.
Sep 6 2007 by Sion Barry, Western Mail
PART of a city-centre leisure complex could make way for a 260-unit apartment project in Cardiff if a property developer’s plans materialise.
As part of the ambitious project, Cardiff-based property development company Hawtin plans to also create a 30,000 sq ft casino at the Millennium Plaza entertainment complex next the Millennium Stadium.
Hawtin, which is listed on London’s Alternative Investment Market, said the scheme’s current cinema complex, operated by Vue, would make way for the apartment project and potentially a casino as well.
The chief executive of Hawtin, Richard Hayward, said, “We are looking at building 260 units where the current cinema complex is, with an option for some car parking on the site as well.
“The apartments, over eight floors, would be in the £150,000 price range, creating a vibrant community in area of the city centre which has been somewhat neglected, with the focus currently on the St David’s 2 scheme.We are in a position to submit a planning application within three months.”
Mr Hayward, who also runs his own highly successful privately owned property development and investment company – Richard Hayward Properties – confirmed that Stanley Leisure was interested in operating the proposed casino at Millennium Plaza, with talks also taking place with a local operator.
Millennium Plaza already has planning consent for a casino and approval from the Gaming Control Board, but a licensing application was recently rejected by Cardiff magistrates.
Newport-born Mr Hayward, said, “The rejection was based on the argument of no need, which we found surprising as Cardiff had been bidding for a supercasino.
“We are hopeful of a successful appeal as Swansea, with its regional casino [Aspers] has stolen a march on Cardiff in this area.”
Since taking over as chief executive of Hawtin last year, Mr Hayward that the business was now in position to make the required jump to becoming a sizeable UK-wide property company.
He added, “It has been a battle royal and there was initially resistance, but we have gone from being a £10m [based on value of assets] company to a £70m one.
“However, we no longer want to be doing a plethora of £1m deals. The challenge now is for Hawtin is to do deals in excess of £100m, which is very exciting.
“In the Welsh marketplace we are a significant business, but when you look at the assets of some London-based property companies then we are insignificant. However, we are ambitious and looking to the future with real confidence.”
His privately owned company has this year concluded sales and acquisitions in the property sector to the value of £250m.
Hawtin acquired Millennium Plaza last year in a £1m-plus deal.
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