From Austria to the World

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report 08
From Austria to the World
6 A Sought-After Partner
14 Beat‘em all
34 A Global Player
66 A Hot Tip(p)
58 A Stroke of
Luck
62 Virtual Reality
64 A WINWIN Situation
Contents
4
Editorial
6
The Group
A Sought-After Partner
12
14
30
34
Board of Directors
Short Biographies of the
Executive Management Team
Casinos in Austria
Beat‘em all
The 12 Austrian Casinos
Food & Beverage
Panem et circenses
Casinos Austria International
A Global Player
78 In the Spotlight
Facts & Figures
58
Austrian Lotteries
A Stroke of Luck
74
62
win2day.at
Virtual Reality
76
Employees
A Winning Team
64
WINWIN
A WINWIN Situation
78
Events
In the Spotlight
66
tipp3
A Hot Tip(p)
84
Supervisory Board
Supervisory Board Report
68
Responsible Gaming
85
70
Security
Security in Mind
Financial Statements 2008
Company and Consolidated
Financial Statements
92
Sponsoring
Big Spender
Imprint
11
The Casinos Austria Group at a Glance
16
Guest Ranking 2008
Casino Guests
Gross Gaming Revenues 2004–2008
17
Gaming Mix in Austria
Gross Gaming Revenues 2008
Major Jackpot Payouts 2008
61
Austrian Lotteries in Figures
Total Sales 2008 by Product
77
Employees by Company
86
Financial Statements 2008 – Casinos Austria AG
88
Income Statement for 2008 – Casinos Austria AG
90
Consolidated Income Statement for 2008
91
Consolidated Balance Sheet 2008
30 Panem et circenses
report ’08 | Editorial
Editorial | report ’08
Editorial
Dear Reader,
Welcome to report ‘08, the Annual Report for Ca-
International Holding on five continents and on
sinos Austria AG and its subsidiaries. report ‘08
board 11 cruise liners.
provides an overview of our key facts and figures
for 2008 and also offers an insight into the exciting
In-depth reports on key topics like security, responsi-
world of gaming, the broad portfolio of products
ble gaming, our staff, our ongoing support for impor-
and services offered by the Casinos Austria Group
tant social issues and, of course, a comprehensive
and other key issues like CSR, responsible gaming,
set of financial statements complete the spectrum.
sponsoring and security.
report ’08 also takes you on a trip to relatively unThe Poker boom that began in 2006 maintained
known territory: to the Russian Republic of Bash-
its upward momentum in 2008. This enthralling
kortostan, where Austrian Lotteries are currently
game, where a little bit of luck and a clever bluff
developing the Republic’s new national lottery.
at the right moment can decide the winner, continues to enjoy tremendous popularity in casinos
Last but by no means least, we would also like to
around the world. This trend was clearly reflect-
extend a very special word of thanks to our staff
ed at Casinos Austria not only in the many tour-
for their dedication and hard work and, of course,
naments hosted by our casinos, but also in the
to our guests and customers for their continued
launch of a dedicated Pokerroom on our online
loyalty and support.
gaming platform win2day.at in February 2008.
The only all-Austrian site of its kind, Pokerroom
We hope you enjoy reading report ’08.
has already built up a loyal fan base. But our casinos offer far more than just Poker. report ‘08
The Casinos Austria Board of Directors.
also takes a look behind the scenes at our 12
casinos in Austria, before whisking you off on a
Karl Stoss
Paul Herzfeld
tour of the 63 casinos operated by Casinos Austria
Dietmar Hoscher
Josef Leutgeb
(l. to r.): Paul Herzfeld (Deputy Director General), Karl Stoss (Director General), Dietmar Hoscher (Director), Josef Leutgeb (Director)
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report ’08 | The Group
The Group | report ’08
A Sought-After Partner
GROUP COMPANIES
At the end of 2007, the Casinos Austria Group implemented a new corporate structure. In 2008, this transformation
MEDIAL Beteiligungs GmbH
had already borne its first fruits: expansion into new countries and new product segments.
UNIQA
Vienna Insurance Group
Austrian Mint
Raiffeisen Group
Bankhaus Schelhammer & Schattera
R
Bankhaus Schelhammer & Schattera
ussian hasn’t really been one of the lan-
erators with international experience and an
guages most commonly spoken by staff
impeccable reputation.
at Casinos Austria throughout the company’s
33.3%
Private Shareholders
5.3%
35.4%
26%
40-year history. The Casinos Austria Group has,
Their search quickly led them to Vienna. Or,
of course, been doing business outside Austria
more precisely, to Casinos Austria when it came
since the 1970s and, in addition to its 12 do-
to the question of who should operate the new
mestic casinos, currently operates 63 casinos in
casinos. But also to Austrian Lotteries, who are
18 countries on five continents and on board 11
now already well on track with their first proj-
cruise liners. We have operations in Western and
ect: the market entry in the Republic of Bash-
and respect for the special socio-political responsibility that
Southeastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa,
kortostan.
goes hand-in-hand with gaming guarantee the trust of guests,
North and South America, Asia and Australia.
But not in Russia.
68%
50%
50%
100%
56%
MISSION STATEMENT
Casinos Austria AG and its subsidiaries offer highest quality
gaming and entertainment. Reliability, extensive experience
customers, investors and, above all, the licensing authorities.
Our shared visions and capacity for innovation promote the
With a population of four million, the Russian
ongoing development of the Group and safeguard the jobs of
Republic of Bashkortostan was previously only
our employees. We encourage and value active participation
But this was about to change: in 2008 the volume
really known to a select few in Austria. But the
of communication received from representatives
Republic has much to offer: rich oil reserves, a
of the Russian Federation increased dramatical-
flourishing petrochemical industry, a good over-
ly. On an almost weekly basis, our main office in
all economic situation and plenty of potential.
Vienna was contacted by politicians, analysts or
At the beginning of 2008, the Bashkortostan Fi-
journalists offering or seeking cooperation oppor-
nance Minister himself contacted the manage-
tunities. What had prompted this political interest
ment team at Austrian Lotteries. A few months
was a resolution that had come into effect at the
later, an agreement had already been reached.
start of 2007. Under the terms of this resolution
The launch of the “Lucky Hearts” scratch-off
to totally restructure the Russian gaming market,
lottery at the end of 2008 was a clear initial
all existing casinos – including an estimated 2,000
sign. The first draw of Bashkortostan’s new
in Moscow alone – will have to close by mid-2009.
national lottery is expected to take place mid-
In their place, the Russian government plans to
2009. The new lottery will follow the estab-
establish four new Las Vegas-style gaming zones.
lished formula used for the Austrian Lotto “6 aus
Located outside the main urban areas in the Altai,
45”, adapted to suit the size of the population.
and constructive input.
Krasnodar and Primorye territories and the Kalin100%
ingrad region, these new gaming centers should of-
With this project, Casinos Austria and Austrian
fer everything the heart desires.
Lotteries have successfully taken a very important step: linking their extensive know-how in the
100%
Organizational Chart (CASAG & Holdings)
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Needless to say, the provincial governments in
lottery business with their international experi-
the selected zones were not going to entrust
ence in the casino sector. They have also taken
an undertaking of this magnitude to just any
their first step into the new Russian market. In
casino operator. To ensure everything would be
times of worldwide economic crisis, looking for
done by the book and revenues would be cor-
potential in new markets becomes all the more
rectly taxed – a key argument for the respective
important. There can be no doubting that the
Finance Ministers – their political representa-
Russian economy is currently being severely
tives began looking for appropriate casino op-
shaken, perhaps even more severely than West- X
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BUSINESS UNITS
CASINOS AUSTRIA
LOTTERIES
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Karl Stoss
Bettina Glatz-Kremsner
Friedrich Stickler
Paul Herzfeld
Josef Leutgeb
Heads of Division:
Andreas Cieslar, Dieter Salzgeber,
Christian Schütz, Karl Vybiral
Heads of Division:
Peter Ulovec,
Wolfgang Leitner
Heads of Division:
Erwin Binder, Richard Hainzl,
Stefan Harra
BETTING AND SPORTS SKILL GAMES
VLT / SLOTS
Dietmar Hoscher
Heads of Division/Directors:
Erwin Binder,
Philip Newald
Board of Directors
Head of Division:
Peter Ulovec
LEGAL AFFAIRS
tion to market developments more difficult. But
– as it is also sure to do one day – it will also offer
it also serves as both guarantee and proof of the
the greatest opportunities for growth – opportuni-
particular level of care exercised by all compa-
ties that should not be ignored.
nies in their individual areas of business. Every
casino guest and every online user has to regis-
The results for the 2008 business year clear-
ter according to the rules and must be at least
ly show that the Casinos Austria Group is well
18 years of age. If necessary, casino guests must
equipped to stand its ground in difficult times.
disclose whether they have sufficient means to
Despite strong competition in the gaming mar-
support their gaming activities. When it comes to
ONLINE GAMING, NEW MEDIA &
OTHER SKILL GAMES
ket, the introduction of new no-smoking regu-
responsible gaming practices, Casinos Austria and
lations in a number of European countries and
Austrian Lotteries are well known for setting new,
Dietmar Hoscher
Friedrich Stickler
noticeable restraint among guests as a result
exemplary standards.
Heads of Division/Managing Directors:
Wolfgang Sperl,
Robert Vierziger
Heads of Division:
Martin Jekl,
Wolfgang Leitner
increases in a number of key indicators. 22.4
Another strength that results from this special po-
million guests worldwide, an increase of 12.6
sition is the Casinos Austria Group’s clear commit-
percent year-on-year and 3.803 billion euro in
ment to social responsibility. In 2008, the compa-
revenues, a rise of nine percent, are the kind
nies in the Group contributed a total of over 70
of results that speak for themselves. The up-
million euro (including Austrian Lotteries’ contri-
ward trend in guest numbers can be credited to
butions to the sponsoring of sports) to numerous
the 63 Casinos Austria International operations
humanitarian and cultural projects, as well as to
posting a 14.3 percent rise in guest numbers in
popular sports in Austria. In many cases, these
2008. The clear growth in revenues can be at-
projects and causes could not have been furthered
tributed to a large extent to the strong perfor-
without this support.
CORPORATE FUNCTIONS
CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT
ern European economies. But when the crisis ends
HUMAN RESOURCES
Karl Stoss
Head of Division:
Stephan Walder
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
FINANCE
Josef Leutgeb
Head of Division:
Wolfgang Sperl
CORPORATE PROCUREMENT
Dietmar Hoscher
Josef Leutgeb
Head of Division:
Peter Erlacher
Head of Division:
Erich Schuster
Head of Division:
Alexander Kiss
INTERNAL AUDIT
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
GROUP CONTROLLING
Board of Directors
Karl Stoss
Josef Leutgeb
Head of Division:
Erhard Peinthor
Head of Division:
Martin Himmelbauer
Head of Division:
Alexander Frisch
of the crisis, the Group reported significant
mance Austrian Lotteries achieved with its Lotto,
Joker, Toto, Bingo, EuroMillions, ToiToiToi, Zahlen-
The Casinos Austria Group now employs some
lotto, Rubbellos, Brieflos and Klassenlotterie prod-
13,532 staff worldwide, including 2,332 in Austria
ucts. Boosted by the first-ever five-time rollover
alone. Indeed, employee numbers in Austria even
for Lotto “6 aus 45” and a number of EuroMil-
show a slight increase year-on-year, not something
lions prizewinners in Austria in the double-digit
to be taken for granted in the current economic cli-
millions, Austrian Lotteries reported an increase
mate, and when one large company after another is
in sales of 15 percent to 2.378 billion euro in
introducing short-time working hours or announcing
2008. Positive developments were also reported
major redundancy programs. The fact that many of
by the other companies in the Group: WINWIN
our staff have been with Casinos Austria for well over
increased its number of outlets to 11 and will
10 years – and some of them even for more than 35
complete the dozen in the course of 2009. tipp3
years – offers a clear indication that the chemistry
raised its profile as sponsor of the Austrian Foot-
must be right.
ball Bundesliga and scored a clear win during
EURO ’08 with its professional sports betting ser-
But it is not only the economic crisis that has
vices. win2day.at exceeded the 400,000 registered
made the operating environment more difficult.
users mark, while the 12 Austrian casinos defied
Competition in the gaming industry is also on
the difficult operating conditions, reporting a 1.1
the increase, particularly from the many opera-
percent increase in revenues to 280 million euro.
tors crowding the legally contested areas of the
market. A forthcoming Amendment to the Aus-
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PUBLIC & EUROPEAN AFFAIRS, CSR
SERVICES
RESPONSIBLE GAMING,
ADVERTISING, SPONSORING
Dietmar Hoscher
Friedrich Stickler
Head of Division:
Markus Eder
Heads of Division:
Nathan Bomze, Oskar Berzsenyi,
Reinhard Summerer
Head of Division:
Herbert Beck
Gaming in the Austrian domestic market is sub-
trian Gaming Act is set to reregulate and unify
ject to the explicit approval of the Federal Ministry
the market across the whole country. Clear stat-
of Finance and the nine federal states (Bundes-
utory requirements regarding entry controls and
länder) of the Federal Republic. Every new game
regulations that will be applicable not just to op-
and every change to gaming rules and terms and
erations run by Casinos Austria should ensure
conditions – no matter how small – must be sub-
that all operations comply with regulatory poli-
mitted to the Ministry for approval before it is
cies and that appropriate measures are in place
implemented. Naturally, this makes a quick reac-
to protect minors and players.

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Legal Framework
Only the State has the right to operate games of
through the repeated confirmation by the Com-
chance in Austria. The State has issued licenses
missioner for the Internal Market and Services,
to operate such games of chance to two compa-
Charlie McCreevy, that he sees no grounds to
nies: Casinos Austria AG is authorized to operate
fundamentally challenge national monopolies.
casino games, while Austrian Lotteries holds the
license to operate lottery games. As holders of
The Austrian Gaming Act, as amended, excludes
these licenses, both companies are subject to
gaming machines with maximum bets of 50
strict conditions, state control and high taxes.
cents and winnings of up to 20 euro. It remains
at the discretion of the individual federal states
The legitimacy of national gaming monopolies
whether they allow such gaming machines or
like the one found in Austria has been recently
not. Lower Austria, Styria, Carinthia and Vienna
upheld by the European Union: both through the
permit such gaming machines, the remaining
rulings of the European Court of Justice and
federal states do not.
CASINOS AUSTRIA GROUP AT A GLANCE
Revenues (win, registered tips, entrance) in millions EUR
2007
2008
CASAG
CAI
ÖLG
Entertainment
Group
277
1,096
1,036
1,080
3,489
280
1,094
1,123
1,305
3,802
+1.1%
-0.2%
+8.5%
+20.8%
+9.0%
Taxes paid in Austria in millions EUR
CASAG
ÖLG
Group
2007
132
349
481
2008
134
383
517
Casino Guests in millions
2007
2008
Employees
CASAG
CAI
Group
2.44 (+0%)
17.5 (+5.4%)
19.94
2.36 (-3%)
20.0 (+14.3%)
22.36
*
CASAG **
CAI
ÖLG
Entertainment
Group
2007
1,721
11,500
462
124
13,807
2008
1,752
11,200
442
138
13,532
Number of Slot Machines
CASAG
CAI
Group
2007
1,814
11,200
13,014
2008
1,846
11,600
13,446
CASAG
CAI
Group
2007
238
1,000
1,238
2008
236
1,000
1,236
Number of Gaming Tables
CAI = Casinos Austria International = 63 casinos in 18 countries on 5 continents or on 11 cruise liners
CASAG = Casinos Austria AG = 12 casinos in Austria
ÖLG = Österreichische Lotterien GmbH = Austrian Lotteries
Annual average full-time equivalents
incl. CAGAST, CAST, CCB and CALL
*
**
The Casinos Austria and Austrian Lotteries headquarters in Vienna
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report ’08 | Board of Directors
Board of Directors | report ’08
Board of Directors
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Karl Stoss, Director General
Dietmar Hoscher, Director
born 26 November 1956 in Dornbirn
born 5 June 1962 in Vienna
Karl Stoss studied Business Administration at the
Board of Generali Holding Vienna AG as a Director
After graduating with a Masters Degree in Econom-
wetten GmbH (tipp3), where he assumed the po-
University of Innsbruck, where he also worked as
on 1 October 2004 and took over the role of Chair-
ics from the University of Vienna, Dietmar Hoscher
sition of Chairman of the Board in June 2008. On
a lecturer at the Institute of Industry and Trade
man of the Board at the start of 2005. On the
managed a research project into progressive con-
1 January 2007, he was appointed Director of
while completing his PhD. In 1984, he joined
recommendation of his predecessor, Leo Wallner,
sumption tax at the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for
Casinos Austria AG. He is Vice President of the Aus-
Vorarlberger Landesversicherung, before moving
Karl Stoss was appointed to the Board of Casinos
Economic Policy Analysis before joining the Öster-
trian Bookmakers’ Association and the Vienna Busi-
to MZSG Management Zentrum St. Gallen in Swit-
Austria AG with effect from 1 January 2007, where
reichische Nationalbank (Austrian Central Bank) as
ness Circle, a former Member of Parliament and as
zerland two years later as Consultant and Partner.
he succeeded Leo Wallner as Director General in
an Economic Advisor in 1987. Two years later, he was
Honorary President and Chairman of the Board of
In 1996, he relocated to Vienna, working as a Con-
May of the same year. In his free time, the father
appointed Economic Policy Advisor to the Austrian
Trustees of SK Rapid Wien, naturally also a big fan
sultant for Österreichische Postsparkasse for one
of three is a keen mountaineer who has completed
Parliament, serving in this capacity from 1995 under
of the legendary Vienna-based football club. Dietmar
year before assuming the role of Deputy Director
several climbing tours in the Himalayas with Peter
Ministers of Finance Staribacher, Klima and Edlinger.
Hoscher is an accomplished author and independent
General. He was appointed a Director of Raiffeisen
Habeler, the Austrian extreme mountaineer famed
In 1998, he joined Casinos Austria, initially as Head
music journalist who writes for various Austrian and
Zentralbank Österreich AG in 2001, joined the
for his ascent of Mount Everest.
of Division and Executive Manager. On 4 April 2000,
German journals and is a supporter of music festivals
he was appointed Director of Österreichische Sport-
like the Vienna Blues Spring.
Paul Herzfeld, Deputy Director General
Josef Leutgeb, Director
born 17 August 1955 in Vienna
born 27 March 1961 in Eggenburg
Paul Herzfeld joined Casinos Austria while study-
and Authorized Signatory of Casinos Austria AG, a
After completing his Masters Degree in Business
Casinos Austria International Ltd. in Australia. On
ing for his Masters Degree in Commercial Studies
role which saw him responsible for coordination of
Administration at Vienna University of Economics
1 January 2005, he was also appointed Director
at Vienna University of Economics and Business Ad-
the various activities of the Casinos Austria Group
and Business Administration in 1987, Josef
of Casinos Austria AG by the Supervisory Board.
ministration from 1973 to 1979. In the years that
on behalf of the Board and for management of the
Leutgeb began his professional career as an Audi-
Responsible for managing the Group’s financial af-
followed, he held a variety of positions ranging from
Group’s European business activities. In 1997, he
tor and Consultant with the international auditing
fairs, he has played a leading role in driving a num-
Door Inspector and Front Desk Cashier to Chip Ca-
was appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and
firm BDO Auxilia in Vienna. In this capacity, he
ber of key processes, including the turnaround of
shier at Casinos Wien, Baden, Bad Gastein and fi-
Director of Casinos Austria International Holding
worked with several leading Austrian companies,
its business in Australia and the restructuring of
nally Kitzbühel, where he was appointed Head of Ad-
GmbH, where he has since played a defining role
including Casinos Austria AG. Impressed by his
several other international holdings. A keen traveler,
ministration in 1989. In 1990, he returned to Vienna
in the Group’s successful international expansion.
expertise, Casinos Austria Director General Leo
he does not mind the extensive travel that comes
to head up the new Organization/Information/IT
Paul Herzfeld has been a Director of Casinos Austria
Wallner recruited Josef Leutgeb in 1993 to set up
with his role, and also likes traveling with his family
department established to develop and implement
AG since 2001 and is also a Member of the Board
a new company-wide Controlling division. In 1997,
in his free time. Josef Leutgeb is also an enthusias-
a company-wide reporting and information system.
of the European Casino Association. His hobbies in-
he was appointed to the Board of Casinos Austria
tic sportsman, who enjoys a number of different
Three years later, he was appointed Secretary General
clude travel and golf.
International Holding GmbH as Chief Financial Offi-
sports – though always in moderation as he is
cer (CFO) and also took up the role of Director of
quick to point out.
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report ’08 | Casinos in Austria
Casinos in Austria | report ’08
Beat’em all
2008 was a challenging year for the 12 Austrian casinos. But it also offered them a chance
to demonstrate their strengths over other gaming operators. An opportunity that Casinos
Austria put to impressive use.
T
he number surprised even the optimists among
casinos all across the country, once again proved
us. In November 2008, 1,503 contestants
a major trump card. But it didn’t stop there: Poker
grabbed the chance to take part in “Beat’em all” –
enthusiasts also had the chance to qualify through
Europe’s largest live Poker tournament. This major
a series of satellite tournaments on win2day.at,
event began simultaneously in ten casinos across
our very own online gaming platform. It goes with-
Austria, from Bregenz in the west to Baden in the
out saying that we will be repeating the tourna-
east, with the electrifying final held almost exactly in
ment in 2009.
the middle of the country in Casino Linz.
“Beat’em all” was not just the name of this remarkOf course, it was not just the money – a total prize
able live Poker tournament, it also proved to be the
pool of 142,785 euro was at stake – that attract-
Casinos Austria motto in the battle for supremacy
ed such a large number of Poker fans. They also
in the gaming industry. Casinos Austria might be
came to experience the thrilling atmosphere of a
the only Austrian company with a clear mandate
live tournament in a casino and with the knowledge
and license from the Federal Ministry of Finance to
that if they won, they would achieve instant fame in
operate casino games in Austria, but competition
the Poker world as the – direct or indirect – winner
in the casino sector remains fierce nonetheless.
among 1,503 contestants.
Some 50 casinos just across the country’s borders
have been increasingly courting Austrian custom-
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The winning combination of that very special Ca-
ers of late, and there is also a great deal of activity
sinos Austria’s flair and the possibility to buy-in at
in the domestic market. Add to this a major eco- X
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nomic crisis looming on the horizon, and it quickly
as those recently awarded in Vienna, Salzburg or
becomes clear why companies really have to play
Kleinwalsertal) and the direct benefit for the tour-
on their strengths to stay in the running.
ism and leisure industries (who view a casino as
a valuable asset) to supply agreements with local
To do so, Casinos Austria hosts far more than just
food producers (for whom our casino restaurants
superb tournaments like “Beat’em all” or the tra-
and F&B services are important and reliable part-
ditional Casinos Austria Poker Tour: we also try to
ners and customers). In cooperation with the Öster-
GAMING MIX IN AUSTRIA
6
French Roulette
American Roulette
71
Blackjack/Blackjack Imperial
57
Glücksrad (Wheel of Fortune)
2
5
Punto Banco/Baccara
provide our guests with a unique range of entertain-
reichischen Hoteliervereinigung (Austrian Hoteliers
Poker
ment options not available anywhere else. These in-
Association) and the key Austrian tourism journal
Red Dog
clude specials like our popular Ladies Nights, our
Tourist Austria International (T.A.I.), Casinos Aus-
Seven Eleven
extensive choice of dining opportunities or our un-
tria also recently launched a new “Konjunkturmotor
Tropical Poker
rivalled event facilities for unforgettable functions,
Tourismus” (Tourism as Economic Driver) initiative.
Easy Poker
58
1
1
15
2
18
Easy Hold‘em
parties and congresses. Not forgetting, of course,
the superb gaming on offer: as of 31 December
Networked services, i.e. linking gaming opera-
2008, Casinos Austria’s 12 domestic casinos were
tions directly to a central server, are not just a key
home to more than 236 gaming tables – with a
element in Casinos Austria's security policy, they
choice of games ranging from French and Ameri-
also open up extended gaming possibilities, such
can Roulette, Blackjack and Poker to Punto Banco
as the progressive Mega Austria Jackpot, which
– and all managed by our excellent team of compa-
provides added excitement to slot machine gam-
ny-trained, international standard croupiers.
ing. One lucky winner hit this jackpot in Casino
Total Live Gaming Tables
236
Slot Machines
1,846
Wien at the start of 2009, taking home a prize of
With so much entertainment on offer, Casinos Aus-
1.02 million euro!
GROSS GAMING REVENUES 2008
tria once again confirmed its position as clear mar-
GUEST RANKING 2008
Casino
ket leader, welcoming 2.36 million guests in the re-
Each in their own special way, the 12 Austrian ca-
Gross gaming revenues for the 12 Austrian casinos (in EUR)
porting year. Although this figure was down three
sinos are extraordinary places. Many of them are
Wien
43,656,209
percent year-on-year, it still offers a clear indication
located in luxurious palace buildings, and they
Bregenz
32,404,212
of who holds the winning hand in Austria.
boast a broad range of different interior designs.
Innsbruck
25,169,042
Casinos Austria invests a great deal of energy, time
Velden
18,190,274
National Guests
International Guests
Total
Wien
205,849
158,314
364,163
Baden
286,854
35,346
322,200
Maintaining this situation is not only in our own in-
and money to maintain this status. Our operations
Linz
18,069,878
Bregenz
110,495
197,994
308,489
terests, but also in the interests of our individual
in Baden, Linz and Innsbruck were totally renovat-
Baden
17,118,859
Velden
189,494
62,323
251,817
host regions. Over the last 40 years, our casinos
ed and relaunched in 2007, and the idyllic Casino
Graz
10,952,308
Innsbruck
135,649
99,162
234,811
have firmly established themselves as major tour-
Kleinwalsertal was given a whole new look at the
Salzburg
11,483,143
Linz
196,135
28,490
224,625
ist attractions and bring significant added value
end of 2008 and beginning of 2009. Further rede-
Seefeld
11,428,428
Salzburg
108,826
80,427
189,253
to their host states. This comes in many shapes
velopment projects are also already in the pipeline
Kitzbühel
5,834,955
Graz
163,970
19,777
183,547
and forms: from redevelopment contracts (such
for the coming year.
Kleinwalsertal
1,965,499
Seefeld
38,368
100,464
138,832
Kitzbühel
30,699
31,101
61,800
Kleinwalsertal
5,152
54,145
59,297
Bad Gastein
9,435
14,741
24,176
1,480,926
882,084
2,363,010
Total
CASINO GUESTS
63%
2005
201.0
-2.0%
882,084
37%
2006
181.7
-9.6%
1,012,196
43%
2007
193.5
+6.5%
391,395
17%
2008
196.9
+1.75%
1,480,926
First-time Guests
Mega Austria Jackpot (in EUR)
-5.9%
National Guests
196,869,610
MAJOR JACKPOT PAYOUTS 2008
205.0
2,363,010
Female Guests
Total
(in millions EUR, in % compared to previous year)
2004
Total Guests
International Guests
Percentage of Total
596,803
Bad Gastein
GROSS GAMING REVENUES 2004-2008
2008

1,192,255
23.01.2008
Casino Kitzbühel
765,951
21.03.2008
Casino Wien
949,874
15.08.2008
Casino Velden
Total
2,908,080
At the turn of the year, Casino Kleinwalsertal was given a whole new look
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IT’S THE WONDERFUL MIX OF
STYLES THAT MAKES GRAND
CASINO BADEN SO UNIQUE.
Edmund Gollubits, Casino Director
GRAND CASINO BADEN
It’s a balmy evening, and the scent of flowers
Las Vegas might have a lot to offer, but there’s one
hangs in the air. Cocktail in hand, you stand on the
thing the casino capital in the desert sure doesn’t
terrace of Grand Casino Baden contemplating the
have and that’s snow-capped mountains. Winter
light sparkling in the dancing fountain. Then you
sports paradise Bad Gastein, on the other hand, is
step into the casino, hear people chatting and
positively surrounded by them and offers visitors a
laughing as you quickly become caught up in the
very special place to while away the hours after a day
OFFERING PERFECT
SERVICE IS TOP PRIORITY
FOR OUR SMALL TEAM.
Michael Leczek, Casino Director
magic of the game. “Rien ne va plus. Would you like
on the slopes. At an altitude of 1,000 meters above
another card? Flush wins.” Time to take a break,
sea level, Casino Bad Gastein in the glamorous
relax on one of the sumptuous modern sofas and
Grand Hotel de l’Europe welcomes guests from liter-
cast your eyes around the room. Red leather, exqui-
ally all over the world. No matter whether skiers or
site rugs, the shiny Do&Co Bar – the charm of the
hikers, international visitors never fail to succumb to
historic building harmonizes with the contempo-
the appeal of the mountains and the charm of the
rary interior, creating a very special and exciting
Belle Époque villas in this picturesque spa town.
CASINO BAD GASTEIN
“In 2008, we welcomed guests from over 80 different
5640 Bad Gastein
atmosphere all of its own.
2500 Baden
Kaiser-Franz-Ring 1
Kaiser-Franz-Josef-Str. 14
“It’s the wonderful mix of styles that makes Grand
countries to Casino Bad Gastein. Our international
Tel.: +43 /2252/ 444 96
Casino Baden so unique,” explains Casino Director
clientele is quite typical for the sport crazy Gastein
Fax: +43 /2252/ 444 96-222
Edmund Gollubits, reflecting on a very exciting year:
region,” explains Casino Director Michael Leczek.
Fax: +43 /6434/ 24 65-222
E-mail: [email protected]
“We were delighted to welcome so many internation-
“Offering perfect service is top priority for our small
al guests during the annual European Poker Champi-
team. That way we can make sure our guests enjoy
onship in the fall and be able to impress them with
an unforgettable casino experience – a perfect combi-
our thoroughly professional tournament and event
nation of personal service and the unique atmo-
services. A further highlight in 2008 was definitely
sphere created by our historic setting.” A seasonal
Employees: 158
the glamorous Undine Gala, which was attended by
operation, Casino Bad Gastein is very much in tune
Revenues (in EUR): 17,118,859
numerous national and international celebrities and
with holidaying guests, operating from Christmas to
stars of stage and screen.”
mid-March and from July to mid-September.
Im Kurpark
www.baden.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 322,200
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Grand Hôtel de l’Europe
Tel.: +43 /6434/ 24 65
www.badgastein.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 24,176
Employees: 18
Revenues (in EUR): 596,803
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BREGENZ HAS NOW GONE
DOWN IN FILM HISTORY AS A
JAMES BOND TOWN.
Josef Semler, Casino Director
For many years now, Bregenz and Casinos Aus-
Casino Graz, located in the city’s celebrated
tria have been inextricably linked by the Arts. The
Congress Center, blends in perfectly with the
symbiosis of art and gaming is reflected not only
Styrian capital’s historic townscape. After all,
in the company’s sponsorship of the Bregenz
the old city center in Graz is a UNESCO World
Festival, but also throughout Casino Bregenz it-
Heritage Site, a status that carries its own ob-
self. When you stroll into the casino from the Fes-
ligations. Any renovations and changes made to
tival House next door with the music still ringing
the casino and the Congress Center itself are
in your ears, you simply can’t help but admire
never loud and garish, but always discrete and
the impressive fountain created by Styrian sculp-
fully in keeping with the style of the building.
tor Hans Muhr as you approach the stairway to
The arched stained glass windows designed by
the live gaming area.
Austrian artist Hans Staudacher, for example,
WE’VE BEEN ONE OF THE
MOST POPULAR VENUES IN STYRIA
FOR NEARLY 25 YEARS.
Andreas Sauseng, Casino Director
form a delightful contrast to the building’s lateClassicist façade.
CASINO GRAZ
EURO 2008 Football Championship, the German TV
“2008 again saw Casino Graz as one of the lead-
8010 Graz
channel ZDF broadcast its EM’08 Studio program
ing locations for social events in the Styrian capi-
Tel.: +43 /5574/ 45 127
direct from the Bregenz Festival’s floating stage.
tal. With our special atmosphere, countless cul-
Fax: +43 /5574/ 45 127-12222
Then there were the scenes for the 2008 James
tural and entertainment events, our unique Piano
Fax: +43 /316/ 83 25 78-222
Bond movie “Quantum of Solace“ that were filmed
Bar with live music and top quality restaurant,
just next to Casino Bregenz, generating publicity for
we’ve been one of the most popular venues in
Bregenz all over the world,” explains Casino Director
Styria for nearly 25 years,” says Casino Director
Josef Semler. “Bregenz has now gone down in film
Andreas Sauseng, describing his casino’s special
history as a James Bond town. Both these events
appeal. “We were particularly pleased with the
Employees: 158
and the resultant increase in the level of awareness
positive feedback on our tournaments, especially
of the town have also had a positive impact on guest
the Casinos Austria Poker Tour and our ever-pop-
numbers and revenues at Casino Bregenz.”
ular Preisschnappsen card competition.”
CASINO BREGENZ
6900 Bregenz
Am Symphonikerplatz 3
www.bregenz.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 308,489
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“Two exceptional events proved to be particular
highlights in 2008. Throughout the entire UEFA
Landhausgasse 10
Grazer Congress
Tel.: +43 /316/ 83 25 78
www.graz.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 183,547
Employees: 118
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OUR NEW TERRACE IS A REAL GEM,
AND THE CASINEUM PROVIDES THE
IDEAL SETTING FOR THE MANY EVENTS
HELD AT THE CASINO.
Kurt Steger, Casino Director
CASINO INNSBRUCK
6020 Innsbruck
Salurner Str. 15
Hotel Hilton
The “youngest” of the 12 Austrian casinos of-
Casino Kitzbühel is situated in one of the most
fers far more than just exciting gaming enter-
attractive buildings in town, the Hotel Goldener
tainment. Casino Innsbruck first opened in 1992
Greif, a historic family-owned building built in
and in the meantime has become a hot tip on
1274. The cosmopolitan Alpine town hits the me-
the Tyrolean comedy scene, with a calendar of
dia spotlight each year when it hosts the Hahnen-
cultural events that reads like a “Who’s Who” of
kamm Alpine Ski Race – just one of the many at-
Austrian comedians and satirists. The contem-
tractions that have made Kitzbühel a destination
porary interior of the casino combines exqui-
of choice for celebrities and VIPs from all over the
site green stone, glass and brass elements with
world. The town’s popular casino is the perfect
clever lighting effects, including a fully electronic
place to get away from it all for a few hours and
LED system both on the gaming tables and the
enjoy a fun evening of entertainment away from
Roulette wheels to effortlessly change the mood.
the flashlights.
The monumental wall painting by the renowned
Tyrolean artist Max Weiler in the main gaming
“Both table gaming and slot machine revenues
area adds a further vibrant splash of color.
at Casino Kitzbühel in 2008 were by far the highest ever achieved in the casino’s 75-year history,”
TABLE AND SLOT REVENUES
IN 2008 WERE THE HIGHEST IN
CASINO KITZBÜHEL’S 75-YEAR HISTORY.
Hannes Huter, Casino Director
CASINO KITZBÜHEL
6370 Kitzbühel
Hinterstadt 24
Tel.: +43 /512/ 58 70 40-0
“In the spring, we successfully completed the in-
says Casino Director Hannes Huber delightedly.
Fax: +43 /512/ 58 70 40-222
novative redesign of our popular Casineum event
“The enormous efforts we have put into establish-
Fax: +43 /5356/ 654 66
room, giving it a totally new look and equipping
ing Casino Kitzbühel as a year-round operation are
it with the very latest in technology. These chang-
proving very successful. Absolute highlights in the
es have gone down very well with our guests, who
2008 event calendar were the ‘Racers Night’ par-
have clearly taken to our event philosophy,” re-
ty organized for the Hahnenkamm Alpine Ski Race
ports a delighted Casino Director Kurt Steger.
and the gala evenings held during the Triathlon
Employees: 141
“We’re also particularly proud of our new terrace,
World Cup and the Tour of Germany. Given the suc-
which is real gem. And we have modernized our
cess of these and other events, the casino will be a
Jackpot Casino too!”
talking point for many years to come.”
www.innsbruck.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 234,811
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Tel.: +43 /5356/ 623 00
www.kitzbuehel.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 61,800
Employees: 50
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AFTER 35 YEARS, THE CASINO
HAS BEEN GIVEN A MUCH-NEEDED
FACELIFT. IT NOW SHINES IN
NEW SPLENDOR.
Gerhard Steurer, Casino Director
CASINO KLEINWALSERTAL
Casino Kleinwalsertal in Riezlern is definitely
When you enter Casino Linz in the four-star Hotel
worth a visit. If only for the fact that Kleinwalser-
Schillerpark, you find yourself surrounded by a
tal can only be reached by car via Germany! But
wonderful combination of color, light and architec-
it’s not just the route and its setting that makes
ture. Completely renovated in November 2007, the
Casino Kleinwalsertal so unique. On the outside,
casino is now clearly drawing on the full benefits
a modern glass façade sets it apart from the typ-
of its fantastic facilities. The long, curved bar, the
ical house fronts in this romantic Alpine village.
light pillars that bathe the gaming area in constant-
And on the inside, the casino boasts a whole new
ly changing light and the mosaic-like window frieze
look following its renovation in 2008. The crack-
by Austrian artist Hans Staudacher all combine per-
ling open fire in the gaming area is the sole re-
fectly to create a contemporary, stylish whole. The
minder of its rustic interior prior to the redesign:
200 square meter Casineum event room offers plen-
an extravagant wall of brown leather now sweeps
ty of space for large events.
whole casino, where soft lounge chairs invite you
“One of our goals for 2008 was to introduce our
D-87567 Riezlern
to linger and relax.
guests to our newly redesigned casino, and we are
Tel. (Austria): +43 /5517/ 50 23-240
Josef Kneifl, Casino Director
CASINO LINZ
from a pure white entrance area through the
A-6991 Riezlern
Walserstraße 31
CASINO LINZ IS NOT JUST A
GAMING VENUE, IT’S A PLACE
WHERE PEOPLE MEET.
immensely proud of the extremely positive feed-
4020 Linz
Rainerstraße 2-4
Hotel Schillerpark
Tel. (Germany): +49 /8329/ 50 23
“2008 was a real year of change for Casino Klein-
back we have had from all our guests,” says Casino
Fax: +43 /5517/ 50 23-16222
walsertal. The renovation work began in June, and
Director Josef Kneifl. “The great atmosphere per-
Fax: +43 /732/ 65 44 87-17222
after 35 years it was high time for a facelift. First on
fectly supports our efforts to position Casino Linz
the cards were our multipurpose event facilities. By
not just as a gaming venue, but also as a place
December, the whole casino was shining in its new
where people meet up to enjoy exciting entertain-
splendor, and we celebrated our reopening with a
ment, great events and upmarket cuisine. Among
fantastic party,” explains Casino Director Gerhard
the many events we hosted in 2008, two definite
Employees: 46
Steurer proudly. “With our new look and our great
highlights were the final of the ‘Beat’em all’ Poker
team, I am very positive about the coming year – de-
Tournament – Europe’s largest live Poker competi-
spite the turbulent times ahead.”
tion – and the European Blackjack Championship.”
www.kleinwalsertal.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 59,297
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Tel.: +43 /732/ 65 44 87
www.linz.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 224,625
Employees: 127
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THE TERRACE IS USED AS AN UPSCALE
LOUNGE IN THE SUMMER MONTHS,
CREATING SPACE FOR OUR FIRST-EVER
OUTDOOR BLACKJACK TABLE.
Kurt Pipal, Casino Director
What better place to dream of fantastic winnings
The casino in Seefeld has become almost an em-
than in a beautiful palace! Set in the magnificent
blem of the Tyrolean Alpine town, with its tower-
Schloss Klessheim, Casino Salzburg boasts a tru-
like Münzturm building literally dominating the
ly majestic ambience. Grand staircases, sparkling
skyline. Affectionately described as the “Aus-
chandeliers and intricate stucco ceilings – you
tria's coziest casino”, Casino Seefeld captivates
don’t have to be royalty to feel special in such a
all aficionados of traditional rustic style. Region-
wonderful setting. In 2008, Casino Salzburg be-
al baroque and handcrafted rural antiques and
gan an extensive redesign program to maintain its
artifacts complement the interior wood paneling
fitting position on the cutting edge of modern ca-
to complete the Alpine look. And as host of the
sino gaming.
annual Baccara World Championships, Casino
THE NEW DESIGN OF THE CASINO BAR
CREATES YET ANOTHER FEEL GOOD
FACTOR IN AUSTRIA’S COZIEST CASINO.
Ernst Hubmann, Casino Director
Seefeld becomes the center of attraction for a
“We began by redesigning the ground floor area,
CASINO SALZBURG
large international fan community each year.
CASINO SEEFELD
and from the middle of the year we had the complete north wing ready for use as a multipurpose
“When we ask our guests to describe Casino
event area for receptions, gaming related activities
Seefeld, they repeatedly emphasize our unique
like Poker tournaments and all manner of other
ambience, extensive gaming mix, great choice of
Tel.: +43 /662/ 85 44 55-0
functions and events,” reports Casino Director Kurt
entertainment and excellent customer service,”
Fax: +43 /662/ 85 44 55-222
Pipal. “New furniture and heating were installed on
says Casino Director Ernst Hubmann, referring
Fax: +43 /5212/ 23 40-222
the terrace, enabling us to use it as an upscale
to the casino’s all-round entertainment concept.
lounge in the summer months and creating space for
A range of different initiatives in all these areas
our first-ever outdoor Blackjack table.” In November,
also characterized our policy in 2008. “We in-
work then began on the new, contemporary look for
creased our popular Poker and tournament ac-
the reception area. The renovations will continue into
tivities, hosted around 2,500 guests at our big-
Employees: 120
2009, with the extensive new lighting concept imple-
prize club events and created yet another feel
mented at the end of February adding further sparkle
good factor with our newly designed casino bar,”
to this glittering casino.
explains Hubmann.
5071 Wals-Siezenheim
Schloss Klessheim
www.salzburg.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 189,253
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6100 Seefeld
Bahnhofstraße 124
Hotel Karwendelhof
Tel.: +43 /5212/ 23 40
www.seefeld.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 138,832
Employees: 103
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A MIX OF SEEING AND BEING SEEN,
HIGH-LEVEL CONVENTIONS, EXQUISITE
CUISINE AND AN IMPRESSIVE
GAMING AREA.
Othmar Resch, Casino Director
CASINO VELDEN
9220 Velden
Only a privileged few are fortunate enough to have a
The oldest building in Vienna’s Kärntner Straße,
house on the shores of Lake Wörthersee with breath-
Palais Esterházy, is now a mecca for top-class
taking views over Austria’s most beautiful lake. Casino
gaming in the Austrian capital. With its cen-
Velden is one of those lucky few and happily shares its
tral location close to both the State Opera and
good fortune with all its guests. True connoisseurs like
the landmark St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Casino
to arrive in style by boat, docking at the casino’s pri-
Wien indulges its guests with cutting edge gam-
vate landing pier. The most popular spot in the casino
ing on three lavish floors – from slot machines
is, of course, the terrace, where not only do guests
to its very own first-class Poker Lounge. It was
enjoy the fantastic view over the lake, they also have
the increased demand for Poker that prompt-
the chance to try their luck at the open-air gaming
ed Casino Director Reinhard Deiring to convert
tables. The Casineum provides the casino with its very
the second-floor bistro into a dedicated Poker
own function center offering a perfect setting for any
Lounge in 2008. With the conversion completed
event, while the glass façade ensures that the main
in a record-breaking three weeks, the new Poker
attraction – the lake – always remains center stage.
Lounge is styled in contemporary gray and purple flannel, dark wood and leather, features a
INTERNATIONAL GAMING AND UNIQUE
SERVICE COMBINED WITH THE SHEER
ELEGANCE OF A VIENNESE PALACE.
Reinhard Deiring, Casino Director
CASINO WIEN
1010 Vienna
Kärntner Straße 41
“Casino Velden enjoys a unique location overlooking
sparkling bar of glass, mirrors and flat screens,
Tel.: +43 /4274/ 20 64
the Wörthersee bay and exudes a very special flair
and offers guests a choice of five Poker tables.
Fax: +43 /4274/ 20 64-222
with its mix of seeing and being seen, high-level con-
This conversion, together with the restyling of
Fax: +43 /1/ 512 48 36-21222
ventions, exquisite cuisine and impressive gaming
the impressive Fuchs Room and a complete
area,” says Casino Director Othmar Resch, praising
facelift to the gaming area in the Jackpot Casino
Casino Velden’s many attractions. Just some of the
have all added to the casino’s attraction.
Am Corso 17
www.velden.casinos.at
FACTS
events regularly hosted at the casino include the traditional Fête Blanche celebrations, when over 10,000
“International gaming and unique service com-
Employees: 132
party-goers dressed all in white flock to the town, or
bined with the sheer elegance of a Viennese pal-
the CEE Forum attended by leading representatives
ace are the best possible ingredients for suc-
from the worlds of politics and industry.
cess,” says Reinhard Deiring confidently.
Guests: 251,817
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Palais Esterházy
Tel.: +43 /1/ 512 48 36
www.wien.casinos.at
FACTS
Guests: 364,163
Employees: 213
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report ’08 | Food & Beverage
Food & Beverage | report ’08
Panem et circenses
Fine dining is one of the many highlights of a great night out at the casino. Casinos Austria’s restaurants and bistros offer a broad range of mouthwatering culinary delights in some of the most
attractive and elegant settings in Austria.
M
arcel Vanic stands in his shiny stain-
and establish our casinos as leading tourist at-
less steel kitchen, watching his team of
tractions and pillars of society in their host re-
chefs with a look of absolute concentration on
gions. The restaurants and bars in most of our ca-
his face. Ten servings of olive-crusted sea bass
sinos are run by partner companies, while teams
on a bed of saffron linguine with braised toma-
of professional event organizers are on hand to
to and fennel are about to be dispatched to the
provide support at major events, when thousands
restaurant, and every last move must be timed
of visitors can represent a huge challenge for the
to perfection. One last adjustment on the plate,
local infrastructure.
a final sprinkling of fennel fronds. Then a procession of waiters sweeps through the electric
Casino Innsbruck, for example, works hand-in-
doors, and within seconds the plates are gone.
hand with the Hilton Hotel just next door. In Linz,
Silently, the chefs turn, their attention already
the Tourist Office provides the necessary infra-
focused on the next order.
structure, while in Graz it’s the adjacent Congress
House. The situation in Baden is rather unique
A typical snapshot of life behind the scenes in
– the casino’s proximity to Vienna can mean a
the restaurant at Casino Velden. As if its loca-
huge difference between weekdays and weekends.
tion on the shores of beautiful Lake Wörthersee
There are often three times as many guests –
in one of Casino Austria’s most impressive build-
we’re referring to the restaurant here – on a Satur-
ings were not enough, the trend-setting restaurant
day as there would be on a typical weekday. Since
has also set itself the highest culinary goals. TV
Grand Casino Baden is also a regular conference
chef Marcel Vanic is the casino’s Food & Beverage
venue, not to mention a highly popular location
(F&B) Manager, directing not only the award-win-
for ball nights in the carnival season, there is re-
ning restaurant (praised by the Gault Millau Guide
ally only one partner who can handle such strong
for its “distinctive style and elegance”), but also
fluctuations in demand, confirms F&B Manager
four bars, two terraces and a bistro. And there’s
Oliver Kitz: “We’ve been working successfully with
more: when the Casineum, the casino’s multipur-
Do&Co for many years.”
pose conference and event center, hosts a really
large event, Vanic and his team are naturally also
In 2004, Casinos Austria founded a subsidiary
on hand to conjure up culinary delights for up to
company – Casinos Austria Gastronomiebetriebs
1,000 guests. And when the reputation of such a
GmbH (CAGAST) – to operate the restaurants in
well-established team whets the appetite of cus-
a number of casinos. CAGAST currently runs the
tomers far beyond the casino walls, the opportu-
Lake Wörthersee F&B emporium, the bar at Casino
nity cannot be ignored – so the F&B department
Seefeld, as well as the gourmet restaurants at the
at Casino Velden now also handles catering in the
casinos in Kleinwalsertal, Kitzbühel and Bregenz.
VIP area at Klagenfurt football stadium.
Over in Kitzbühel, master chef Walter Hiedl is
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Special events and culinary highlights have al-
renowned for his love of adding a contemporary
ways played a starring role at Casinos Austria. It’s
twist to traditional Austrian cuisine. Although the
part of our corporate branding strategy to market
tastes of the town’s clientele – a mix of more con-
a visit to the casino as an all-round experience
servative local residents and international visitors X
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report ’08 | Food & Beverage
Food & Beverage | report ’08
Our Dinner & Casino package, for example, costs
With Austrian cuisine, Austrian hospitality and
57 euro and includes a four-course meal and wel-
Austrian wines all so closely linked to the fine
come chips to the value of 25 euro, valid at both the
dining on offer in our casinos, Casinos Austria
tables and the slot machines. This package is also a
has a long history of promoting these important
very popular gift – a four-course meal in a glamor-
aspects of our national culture. We sponsor the
ous casino setting is a wonderful experience in itself
annual Goldene Traube (“Golden Grape”) award,
– whether Lady Luck proves to be on your side or not.
which recognizes particularly exceptional wines
from the Burgenland region. The Österreichische
If you don’t have the time or appetite for four
Wein Salon (“Austrian Wine Salon”) also tours all
courses, there are also a range of “lighter” op-
12 Austrian casinos each year, with a series of
tions to choose from – such as the Surf & Turf
events offering guests the opportunity to taste
Package (steak, shrimp and welcome chips to the
and compare the several dozen prize-winning
value of 25 euro) for just 40 euro or Bistro & Ca-
wines selected by the Salon’s independent jury
sino (a choice of dishes from the Bistro menu and
of experts from literally thousands of entries
welcome chips to the value of 25 euro) for only 29
from all wine-growing areas in Austria.
euro. The Dinner & Roulette Package probably has
– can be hard to play to, this particular culinary
cally – like exotic fruits, spices and coffee – the
approach has proved extremely popular. Austri-
casino restaurants are careful to choose Fairtrade
an specialties naturally also feature strongly on
products wherever possible.
the menu at the other casino restaurants, even
if they are complemented by the occasional tur-
the greatest fun factor and is particularly recom-
The most prestigious of the Casinos Austria gour-
mended for small groups: after they have finished
met awards is undoubtedly the Goldene Roulette
their four-course dinner, a portable Roulette table
Kugel (“Golden Roulette Ball”). This quite simply
is wheeled in, and the guests are given the chance
recognizes the best of the best and is presented
to play for the price of their meal. The number the
each year in cooperation with the leading restau-
ball lands on is the price the guest pays, in oth-
rant guide Gault Millau. Former prize-winners in-
er words between 0 und 36 euro. Winning in this
clude many of Austria’s most famous restaurants,
kind of fun atmosphere tends to bring on a fit of
including Steirereck and Korso in Vienna, Obauer
generosity: whenever someone lands on zero, they
in Werfen and the Arlberg Hospiz in St. Christoph,
almost always choose to celebrate by ordering a
with the 2008 award going to Lisl Wagner-Bacher
round of drinks.
of Landhaus Bacher in Mautern.
DINNER & CASINO NIGHT
DINNER & CASINO
If you want to spoil someone special with an exciting
For only 57 euro, why not enjoy our:
night out at the casino, an excellent meal and an ex-
`
Exclusive four-course Dinner & Casino menu
quisite overnight stay, our Dinner & Casino Night pa-
`
Welcome chips to the value of 25 euro
ckage is the perfect gift:
`
A glass of sparkling wine
`
4 Paroli chips (place your Paroli chips on the right
An important part of our concept is ensuring that
bot or Italian-influenced creation, as Oliver Kitz
we offer a high standard of cuisine without trying
explains: “The Austrian touch is an important part
to overshoot the mark. In our experience, casino
of our F&B concept. We cater to many interna-
guests tend to be the kind of people who enjoy
tional guests, and they would be really disappoint-
good food and appreciate quality. But dining is
ed if all we offered them was standard, interna-
just one element of the casino experience – the
tional fare and none of the world-famous Viennese
card tables, the Roulette wheel and the slots are
dishes.” This is why CAGAST restaurants – and all
all equally part of the fun.

` The exclusive four-course Dinner & Casino menu
number in three successive spins of the Roulette
` Welcome chips to the value of 25 euro
wheel to win 7,777 euro in gold)
` A glass of sparkling wine at the casino bar
` One night’s hotel accommodation with buffet
Not available on 24 and 31 December.
breakfast for only 129 euro per person sharing a
double room (supplement for single occupancy
on request)
the other casino F&B operations – primarily use
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locally sourced Austrian products. They also work
That probably explains why our dining packages
closely with the Bund Österreichischer Gastlichkeit
are some of our most popular products, offering
(“Austrian Hospitality Association”), an organiza-
guests the chance to combine an elegant meal with
tion set up to promote traditional cooking skills
a few hours excitement at the gaming tables at
and styles in the restaurant industry. And when it
unbeatable prices. In 2008, over 180,000 guests
comes to ingredients that cannot be sourced lo-
purchased packages from this range.
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report ’08 | Casinos Austria International
Casinos Austria International | report ’08
A Global Player
T
he Casinos Austria Group is renowned throughout the world for its di-
International Developments 2008
verse range of top-class casinos. Its international subsidiary, Casinos
For Casinos Austria International and for the casino industry in general, 2008
Austria International, was founded in 1977 and is now a leading player in the
was a challenging year, characterized by contradictions and regulatory is-
global casino industry. With its unique portfolio of casino consulting, devel-
sues, in particular the introduction of smoking bans and announcement of
opment, management and investment services, Casinos Austria Internation-
future increases in gaming taxes in a number of countries. But for Casinos
al has successfully realized more casino projects in more jurisdictions than
Austria International, it was also a year of new beginnings.
any other casino operator worldwide. Service, quality, integrity, responsibility
and innovation are the driving forces behind the company's success and are
We added a further country to our casino map in July with the opening of Gran
reflected in all its business activities.
Casino Los Angeles in Chile and consolidated our entry into the Chilean market
at the end of August with the award of the concession for a second casino, this
Casinos Austria International – Facts and Figures 2008
time for the city of Ovalle in the Coquimbo region. Our local subsidiary in Argen-
At the end of 2008, Casinos Austria International operated a total of 63 ca-
tina, Entretenimientos y Juegos de Azar (ENJASA), the only company licensed to
sinos in 18 countries and on board 11 cruise liners, including new casinos in
operate games of chance (casinos, lotteries and slot machines) in the northern
Chile and Argentina. Together, these 63 casinos welcomed 20 million guests
province of Salta, continued its development program, launching live gaming at
and employed 11,200 people in 2008. They offered gaming entertainment at
two of its popular slot venues. The new fully-fledged casinos were renamed
a total of 1,000 gaming tables and 11,600 slot machines, generating aggre-
Casino Oran and Casino Tartagal to reflect their new status.
gate revenues (win, registered tips, entrance) of 1.1 billion euro. Particularly
strong growth was reported by operations in Argentina, Australia, Belgium,
Following the successful opening of Queens Casino and Casino Silverstar in
Egypt and Switzerland.
December 2007, our partner in South Africa, JSE-listed gaming and entertainment company Gold Reef Resorts, marked the opening of all facilities
Organizational Changes and New Horizons
at Casino Silverstar – which boasts the largest water feature in the Southern
Over the past 30+ years, Casinos Austria International has successfully
Hemisphere - with an extraordinary launch function in April.
achieved its goal of becoming a leading player in the international casino
industry. But these are dynamic times for the international gaming industry.
In Europe, Grand Casino Beograd in the Serbian capital celebrated its comple-
New products are constantly appearing on the market, innovation cycles are
tion with a spectacular Gala Weekend in February, an event that will be talked
becoming shorter and the regulatory environment is increasingly complex.
about in the European casino industry for many years to come. Spielbanken Nie-
To address these developments, the Casinos Austria Group underwent a ma-
dersachsen, our subsidiary in Germany, consolidated its activities in Osnabrück,
jor restructuring process in 2008 – bringing the individual companies in the
merging the two existing casinos in the city into a new ultra-modern themed
Group closer together and creating the first gaming group in a position to
venue. The “new” Hollywood Casino Osnabrück opened in April 2008.
offer its clients a complete range of gaming solutions and products from a
single source.
Naturally, the global economic crisis also had its impact on the casino and gaming industries. This led to two of our smaller casinos in the Czech Republic
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As part of this restructuring process and to support the integration of new
– Casino Ceske Budejovice and Casino 777 Teplice – being closed in October.
gaming products into our portfolio, the Board of Casinos Austria Interna-
Similarly, the casinos on board two luxury cruise yachts, the SeaDream I and
tional was extended with effect from 15 July 2008. CEO Paul Herzfeld and
SeaDream II, no longer proved economically viable, and we withdrew from these
CFO Josef Leutgeb were joined on the Board by Karl Stoss as Chairman and
operations in December. Several of our casinos also felt the impact of the in-
Dietmar Hoscher as Director.
troduction of smoking bans or increases in gaming taxes in their jurisdictions.
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At the end of 2008, Casinos Austria International operated 63 casinos in 18 countries and on board 11 cruise liners
Outlook 2009
All in all, Casinos Austria International can look back on a positive busi-
range of Casinos Austria Group products and services – from casinos
ness year in 2008, with its casinos around the world continuing to dem-
and lotteries to sports betting, online gaming, video lotteries and slot
onstrate their strength and class. This was again recognized by the in-
parlors – in the international marketplace.
dustry, and we were voted “Best European Casino Operator” for the
second year in succession at the Empire Events Gaming Awards in Lon-
Casinos Austria International will naturally also continue to draw on its ex-
don in January 2009.
tensive experience to improve the product and entertainment opportunities
on offer at its existing operations around the globe. Our well-established
We remain optimistic for the future and see strong potential in our ex-
knowledge and best practice exchange programs, annual casino confer-
isting casino operations and new strategic growth opportunities estab-
ence and international market research activities all contribute greatly
lished through our new product portfolio and our ongoing casino devel-
to assisting our casinos and local partners to grow successfully in their
opment projects. We were awarded an operating license for the United
local markets.

Kingdom in October 2008 and will be opening our new casino in Ovalle,
Chile in early 2011. New casinos are currently under development in
Prague, Czech Republic, and in Hanover, Germany, while construction
work continues on the permanent location for Grand Casino Brussels in
the city’s former Anspach Center. At the end of 2008, we announced our
intention to sell our stake in Grand Casino Beograd to Club Hotel Loutraki – where Casinos Austria International is already a shareholder – and
intensify our business relationship with our Greek partners through their
possible investment in Grand Casino Brussels.
We are also evaluating further projects and investment opportunities in
other parts of the world. We follow global developments closely and are
constantly on the lookout for expansion opportunities. Our new product
portfolio is a core element in our expansion strategy, and we intend to
use our international market know-how to develop and market the entire
The Casinos Austria International Board of Directors with the “Best European Casino Operator”
award: (l. to r.) Josef Leutgeb, Paul Herzfeld, Karl Stoss, Dietmar Hoscher
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Europe
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Belgium
Casinos Austria International opened its casino in the Belgian capital in December 2005,
celebrating the event with a spectacular Gala Opening in January 2006. Following legislative
changes in 1999 and the creation of the Belgian Gaming Commission, the region of Brussels
had requested the right to have a casino in its territory to complement the eight existing casinos in the Flanders and Wallonia regions. An international tender was launched, and in June
2004 Brussels City Council voted to award the concession to Casinos Austria International.
The result was the elegant yet contemporary Grand Casino Brussels – the ninth and final casino concession in Belgium. Currently located in the beautifully restored Salle de la Madeleine,
construction work was ongoing throughout 2008 at the permanent location for Grand Casino
Brussels in the city’s former Anspach Center.
Czech Republic
Casinos Austria International has been active in the Czech Republic since 1989. Our six casinos in the country – Casino Grand in Brno, Casino Palais Savarin in Prague, Casino Savoy in
Folmava, City Casino in Pilsen, Pupp Casino Club in Karlovy Vary and Casino 777 Brno – are
managed by two subsidiaries: Czech Casinos a.s. and Casinos 777, which will be merged in
2009 to streamline operations. Both companies are represented in the European Casino As-
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sociation, and Czech Casinos has held the presidency of the Czech Casino Association since
2002. As part of a restructuring process in 2008, we closed two casinos (Casino Ceske Budejovice and Casino 777) in the Czech Republic and began construction work at a new site in
Prague. Our casino in the capital will relocate to its new, modern venue in the course of 2009.
Casino Grand (2)
www.czechcasinos.cz
Casino Grand is located in the Grand Hotel in Brno, the principal city of the province of
Moravia, a region famous for its quality white wines. Brno is home to the largest exhibition center in Central Europe, attracting thousands of visitors each year. Casino Grand
is one of the leading casinos in Brno, offering a wide range of facilities, including table
gaming, slot machines, TouchBet Roulette, extended opening hours and a foreign currency exchange service.
Casino Palais Savarin (1)
www.czechcasinos.cz
Currently located in Prague’s famous Palais Savarin, Casinos Austria International’s flag-
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ship casino in the Czech capital will move to a prime new location in a pedestrian zone
nearer the city center in mid-2009. The luxurious new Chevalier’s Casino will be situated on
the ground floor of a refurbished former bank and will set itself apart from other casinos
in the city’s competitive gaming market with its unique hybrid casino lounge bar concept,
contemporary design and cutting edge gaming mix.
Grand Casino Brussels, Belgium
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www.gcb.be
Set in the heart of the capital of Europe, Grand Casino Brussels opened in December
Casino Savoy (3)
2005. With its contemporary amber and red interiors, the casino offers an exciting
First opened in 2001, Casino Savoy is located near the Czech-German border town of Folmava
blend of elegant and relaxed gaming and entertainment. Each of its three floors has
in the beautiful Sumava and Böhmerwald national park area and attracts visitors from as far
its own very unique ambiance: from the ground floor gaming areas with over 20 tables
afield as Munich and Regensburg. Casino Savoy is one of our largest operations in the Czech
and 200 slot machines to the VIP club, newly refurbished and rebranded 360° steak
Republic, offering a choice of table games, slot machines and TouchBet Roulette, as well as a
restaurant and Cotton Club multipurpose function room on the upper levels.
hotel and a separate Spielstub'n bar with additional slots and Multi-Roulette terminals.
www.czechcasinos.cz
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Casino Munkebjerg Vejle (5)
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www.casinomunkebjerg.dk
Set in the Munkebjerg Forest in Central Jutland, with superb views of the stunning Vejle
April. Construction work also continued throughout the year on SNG’s largest project to
date: the development of its new casino in the state capital due to open in early 2010.
Fjord, Casino Munkebjerg Vejle shares its facilities with one of Denmark's finest hotels.
As part of the Hotel Munkebjerg complex, the casino is linked to the 27-hole Munkebjerg
Aquamarin Casino Seevetal (8)
Golf Club and offers a range of themed packages like “Golf and Gourmet”, “Dinner and
Lower Saxony's first themed casino makes quite a splash on the outskirts of Hamburg,
Casino” and “Weekend Breaks”, which perfectly complement its state-of-the-art gaming
taking its unique, underwater theme to new depths. Guests at Aquamarin Casino See-
mix and dining facilities.
vetal try their luck alongside an 8,000 liter aquarium of tropical fish at a choice of over
www.casino-seevetal.de
150 slot machines, at Multi-Roulette or in Germany's first intranet casino, CyberGame.
Casino Odense (6)
www.casinoodense.dk
A popular tourist destination with a strong cultural heritage, Odense is the birthplace of
The casino is located in Hotel and Restaurant Krohwinkel, where a range of culinary
delights awaits.
Hans Christian Andersen. Casino Odense is set in the luxurious Radisson SAS H. C. Andersen
Hotel, whose Hans Christian restaurant is praised by gourmets around the world for its
Casino Bad Zwischenahn (7)
fine cuisine. The casino was extensively refurbished in 2008 with the support of local ar-
Luck has been in season in Bad Zwischenahn since 1976, when a beautiful half-timbered
chitects and artists and successfully combines traditional and modern interior elements
building in the lakeside spa town became home to its casino. Casino Bad Zwischenahn
with clever lighting features.
offers an extensive choice of gaming tables and the latest slot machines and regularly
www.casino-bad-zwischenahn.de
hosts the German Poker Championship. Extraordinary flair and an array of culinary delights are also close at hand in the hotel's gourmet Fischer- and Jägerstuben or award-
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Casino 777 Brno (1)
Germany
winning Apicius restaurants.
The acquisition of Spielbanken Niedersachsen GmbH (SNG) in 2005 provided Casinos
Hollywood Casino Osnabrück (9)
Austria International with a major foothold in the German casino market. SNG is the
Marilyn Monroe, Elvis and Charlie Chaplin all found their way to Casino Osnabrück in
www.spielbank-osnabrueck.de
www.casino777.cz
third largest casino operator in Germany and the only company licensed to operate
April 2008. With its "Hollywood" theme, the new Casino Osnabrück offers an impressive
Brno is the second largest city in the Czech Republic. A convenient location close to
casinos in the state of Lower Saxony. In addition to the launch of a corporate reorgani-
selection of gaming machines as well as live gaming at a choice of American Roulette,
Prague and neighboring Austria and Slovakia makes Brno an active commercial cen-
zation process, two major construction projects dominated events at SNG in 2008. In
Blackjack and Poker tables. Major sporting events are broadcast live on 14 high tech
ter, with its impressive medieval architecture attracting visitors all year round. The
Osnabrück, the casino at the railway station site was extensively redeveloped and the
screens, and the casino complements its top-class gaming mix with a wide variety of
main town square dates back to the 13th century and is now also home to Casino
city’s two casinos merged into a stunning new Hollywood-themed casino that opened in
events to ensure every guest enjoys a winning night out.
777 Brno, offering guests relaxed gaming in a warm and friendly ambience, as well
as a bar service and a satellite TV lounge.
City Casino (2)
www.czechcasinos.cz
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Pilsen is situated on the main route between Bavaria and Prague and is an important
business, industrial and cultural center intrinsically linked with the acclaimed Pilsen
Urquel beer. City Casino was opened in 1991 and moved to a prime location on Pilsen's
main square in 1998. The lively casino has rejuvenated the city's casino business with its
contemporary design, delicate pastel shades, spacious table gaming area and excellent
bar and lounge facilities.
Pupp Casino Club (3)
www.czechcasinos.cz
Pupp Casino Club is located in the Grand Hotel Pupp in Karlovy Vary, a town dating back
to 1358 and one of Europe's best known spas. Karlovy Vary was once a popular destination for the European aristocracy and regularly visited by Czar Peter the Great. The cultured atmosphere of the casino, with its broad gaming mix, classic-style interior design
and historic ambience makes it a popular meeting point for local guests and the many
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tourist visitors to the town.
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Denmark
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Casinos Austria International opened its first casino in Denmark in 1990 and currently operates three of the country’s six casinos: Casino Copenhagen, Casino Munkebjerg Vejle and
Casino Odense. All Danish casinos are represented both on the Danish Casino Association –
which is chaired by Casino Copenhagen – as well as on the European Casino Association. The
implementation of the nationwide smoking ban that came into effect in all public buildings
and private businesses in Denmark in August 2007 continued to impact the gaming industry throughout 2008, and most of the country’s casinos initiated restructuring measures to
respond to the changing trading conditions. Table gaming was less affected by the ban, with
Poker products in general and Poker tournaments in particular continuing to prove extremely
popular with guests.
Casino Copenhagen (4)
www.casinocopenhagen.dk
The only casino in the Danish capital is situated in the luxurious Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel, which enjoys an enviable location overlooking the old city ramparts. Casino
Copenhagen complements its attractive gaming mix of 23 tables and 150 slot machines
with a range of exclusive packages offered in cooperation with the hotel's four world-class
restaurants. Opened in 1990, the elegant casino has been a venue for several movies,
including Bille August's "Smilla's Sense of Snow".
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Spielbank Bad Bentheim (1)
www.spielbank-bad-bentheim.de
Nestled at the foot of historic Bad Bentheim's imposing medieval castle lies another winning
attraction. Opened in 1976, Spielbank Bad Bentheim offers exciting gaming entertainment
with over 100 of the latest Multi-Roulette terminals and slot machines and is always a popular
destination with visitors to this romantic spa town near the Dutch-German border. The casino’s
gaming operations were updated and extensive renovations to its facilities completed in 2008.
Spielbank Bad Harzburg (3)
www.spielbank-bad-harzburg.de
With its enviable location in the Harz National Park, the historic spa town of Bad Harzburg is
a popular tourist destination. Its stylish, elegant casino is located in the spa park and offers
Roulette and Blackjack tables and a selection of the latest video and slot machines. Spiel-
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bank Bad Harzburg shares its premises with the spa hotel Michels Kurhotel Vier Jahreszeiten,
where guests can enjoy fine dining in the gourmet restaurant after a drink at the bar.
Spielbank Bad Pyrmont (2)
www.spielbank-bad-pyrmont.de
The neo-classic architecture of the concert hall sets the tone for the casino in the popular spa town of Bad Pyrmont, where traditional and modern elements interplay harmoniously under one roof. First opened in 1975, Spielbank Bad Pyrmont was completely
renovated in 2004 and now focuses solely on slot machine gaming, offering a choice of
over 100 slot machines and Multi-Roulette terminals, including the Niedersachsen Jackpot that links all casinos in Lower Saxony.
Spielbank Borkum (4)
www.spielbank-borkum.de
Everyone is a winner on the North Sea island of Borkum. This popular holiday destination offers something for all its visitors, and a vacation on Borkum is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience. But no stay would be truly complete without a visit to the island's casino.
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Spielbank Borkum first opened in 1978 and offers guests gaming fun and excitement at an
extensive selection of the latest slot machines and Multi-Roulette terminals.
Spielbank Hannover (6)
www.spielbank-hannover.de
Spielbank Hannover, the casino in the heart of Lower Saxony’s capital, has welcomed over six
million visitors since it opened in 1975 and offers a choice of Roulette, Blackjack and Poker tables as well as an impressive selection of slot machines and Multi-Roulette terminals. Throughout 2008, work also continued on the development of the new casino in Hanover, which will
combine state-of-the-art gaming with extensive entertainment, dining and conference facilities.
Spielbank Norderney (5)
www.spielbank-norderney.de
Miles of beaches, unspoilt sand dunes and fresh sea air: just some of the spectacular outdoor
treats to be found on the North Sea vacation island of Norderney. But holidaymakers also
find themselves treated to some equally delightful indoor fun at the island's casino. With a
choice of modern slot machines and Multi-Roulette terminals, Spielbank Norderney offers so
many different ways to win, including the chance to hit the regional Niedersachsen Jackpot.
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Spielbank Wolfsburg (7)
www.spielbank-wolfsburg.de
Wolfsburg is not only home to Volkswagen, it is also becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination, and visitors are spoilt for choice by the many attractions it has to offer. A visit
to the casino complements a tour of the famous Autostadt car city or a seat in the stadium
cheering on local soccer heroes VfL Wolfsburg. Spielbank Wolfsburg offers exciting entertainment at an extensive selection of the latest slot machines and Multi-Roulette terminals.
Greece
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Casinos Austria International has been active in the Greek gaming market since the
Club Hotel Casino Loutraki, Greece
1980s and currently holds a stake in the country’s leading casino, Club Hotel Casino
Club Hotel Casino Loutraki opened in 1995 and is integrated in a resort complex that in-
Loutraki. Located in a stunning resort complex overlooking the Corinthian Gulf in the
cludes a luxurious designer hotel with 255 rooms, 20 suites and a sophisticated, multi-
coastal spa town of Loutraki some 70 km south of the capital, Athens, Club Hotel Casino
purpose conference center. The resort’s impressive, newly renovated 5,000 square meter
Loutraki is not only the top casino in Greece, it is also one of the largest, best-known
gaming hall offers 80 gaming tables and 1,000 cutting-edge slot machines and welcomed
and most successful casinos in Europe. Procedures for the extension of the geographical
almost 1.17 million guests in 2008. The casino’s extensive support for culture and tourism
exclusivity of Greek casinos are expected to commence in 2009.
confirms its strong reputation as a responsible corporate citizen.
www.casinoloutraki.com
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Hungary
Casinos Austria International has long played a pioneering role in the Hungarian casino industry and launched our first casino in Budapest in 1981 – the first casino to
open behind the Iron Curtain and be run by an international operator. Over the past
25+ years, we have gone on to launch a total of 15 casinos across the country and
continue to operate three of them to this very day: Casino Györ, Casino Kecskemét
and Casino Sopron. All of these casinos are members of the Hungarian Casino Association (HCA), which is also represented on the European Casino Association. Com-
Casino Sopron (2)
www.casinos.hu
Casino Sopron is situated prominently in Sopron's cultural center. The beautifully
designed casino prides itself on its high customer service standards and offers one
of the most competitive slot mixes in the region. Roulette is the game of choice for
most guests in the spacious table gaming area, and state-of-the-art betting terminals are linked directly to one of the Roulette tables. The casino also offers nightly
buffets, weekly draws and regular themed party nights.
petition in Hungary’s gaming sector remained strong in 2008, with lottery products
and slot halls competing with casinos for a share of the action, Poker continuing
to grow in popularity and a continued rise in the number of so-called Poker clubs
across the country.
Romania
Casinos Austria International has played an active role in the competitive Romanian casino
market for over 17 years and was awarded the first casino license to be issued in the coun-
Casino Györ (1)
www.casinos.hu
Györ is situated in western Hungary near the borders with Austria and Slovakia,
close to both Vienna and Bratislava. A bustling border shopping destination with
a celebrated town center, Györ is a melting pot of Hungarian, Austrian and Slovak
culture and business. The elegant Casino Györ opened in 1993 in a historic building
in the main pedestrian zone and features an extensive selection of table games and
slot machines, many of which were updated in 2008.
Casino Kecskemét (3)
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www.casinos.hu
try after the fall of the Iron Curtain. Our highly popular casino in the capital, Bucharest, was
launched to great acclaim in 1991 as the first casino to open in the new Romania. Inspired
by its location in the heart of the city, this stylish, modern casino, with the warm and welcoming appeal of a players’ club, has firmly established its position at the center of Bucharest night life. Casino Bucharest remains the destination of choice for those seeking a
great night out and the finest gaming experience in Bucharest, and is dedicated to offering
the ultimate entertainment experience to both casual visitors and gaming enthusiasts alike.
Casino Bucharest (4)
www.casinobucharest.ro
Grand Casino Beograd, Serbia
www.casino-beograd.com
Only a short drive from the capital, Budapest, in the heart of Hungary's puszta plain
Located in the heart of the city in the five-star InterContinental Hotel, Casino Bucharest
Grand Casino Beograd is a multi-faceted luxury complex offering the largest selection of
region, Kecskemét is famous for its culinary specialties, spas, viniculture, equestri-
is distinguished by its contemporary elegance, sophisticated ambience and excellence
casino games and entertainment in South Eastern Europe. In addition to cutting edge gam-
anism and hunting. Casino Kecskemét is situated in the town’s main hotel, offers
in guest services. Guests enjoy an enticing selection of popular casino games and the
ing, the venue offers gourmet dining in its top-class Diva, Ginger and Chameleon restau-
special room rates and dinner for out of town visitors and hosts regular party nights.
latest slot machines, all with flexible limits and the most generous game rules in town.
rants, function facilities, two bars, retail outlets and a separate VIP gaming area. With 25
In keeping with market trends, a new form of Poker – Texas Hold’Em Bonus Poker –
The elegant bar and lounge areas are perfect for relaxing over a drink whilst taking in the
tables and 230 slot machines, Grand Casino Beograd presents the very best in casino
was introduced in Casino Kecskemét in 2008.
exhilarating energy of the casino.
gaming and entertainment in a contemporary, yet glamorous setting.
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Serbia
Switzerland
Grand Casino Beograd was the first casino to open in Serbia since the introduction of a
Casinos Austria International has been active in the Swiss casino market for almost a
new Gaming Act in 2004 paved the way for the opening of up to 10 casinos across the
decade. Our equity participations in Switzerland are managed by our local holding com-
country. A subsequent Government Resolution allowed for the award of one concession
pany, Casinos Austria (Swiss) AG, which also acts as know-how provider for our Swiss
for Belgrade in 2005 and a further four licenses outside the capital by the end of 2008.
cooperation partners and the Swiss Casino Association. Our first casinos in the country
In December 2005, the Belgrade concession was awarded to Casinos Austria Interna-
– Grand Casino Bern, Grand Casino Luzern, Grand Casino St. Gallen, Casino St. Moritz,
tional and its partners, Club Hotel Loutraki of Greece and the State Lottery of Serbia.
Casino Schaffhausen and Casino Zürichsee – opened in 2002. In 2007, Casinos Austria
Grand Casino Beograd was subsequently completed in record time and began operations
(Swiss) AG also successfully acquired a stake in Casinò Lugano, bringing its number of
in June 2007. The complex was continuously expanded throughout 2007 and celebrated
casinos in Switzerland to seven, the largest portfolio of any operator in terms of number
its success with a spectacular Gala Weekend in February 2008. Grand Casino Beograd is
of operations. Recent developments in the Swiss gaming market included the introduc-
the official representative of the Serbian casino industry in the European Casino Associa-
tion of smoking bans in some cantons and the announcement of planned changes to the
tion. In December 2008, Casinos Austria International announced its intention to sell its
casino licensing and tax system.
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stake in Grand Casino Beograd to Club Hotel Loutraki.
Grand Casino Bern (2)
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www.grandcasino-bern.ch
Embedded in the Kursaal Bern complex in the heart of the Swiss capital, Grand Casino
Bern offers panoramic vistas extending from the historic old town (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to the snow-capped Alps. The casino boasts 15 gaming tables and 266 cashless slot machines with 66 different games. The complex also features the four-star Hotel
Allegro, acclaimed Meridiano and Yù restaurants with 17 and 13 Gault Millau points respectively, and extensive congress and banqueting facilities.
Grand Casino St. Gallen (1)
www.grandcasinostgallen.ch
Located close to the border with Austria, St. Gallen is the largest city in eastern Switzerland. Its elegant casino is ideally situated adjacent to the city's exhibition grounds and
the Radisson SAS Hotel St. Gallen and offers a choice of 15 live gaming tables and over
160 of the latest gaming machines, including the Swiss Jackpot, Europe’s largest wide-
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area progressive jackpot. Grand Casino St. Gallen also offers an American-style lounge
bar and extensive parking facilities.
Casinò Lugano (3)
www.casinolugano.ch
Set against an Alpine backdrop on the shores of Lake Lugano, Casinò Lugano is more
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than just a sophisticated gaming venue. Located in a refurbished former theater, its open
architecture has been designed to reflect modern gaming culture, yet still fit in perfectly
with its host city. With 30 tables and over 350 gaming machines, Casinò Lugano features
the largest gaming mix in Switzerland, a top-class panorama restaurant, five bars and
extensive banqueting facilities.
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Casino St. Moritz (6)
www.casinostmoritz.ch
casino standards with the traditions of its historic setting and landmark building. With its
Opened in December 2002 on the “top of the world” in the renowned Alpine resort’s
Las Vegas-style interior design, Casino Schaffhausen features a selection of 8 gaming tables,
Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains, Casino St. Moritz combines classic elegance with
over 120 slot machines, as well as fine dining and banqueting facilities for up to 180 guests.
warm Italian flair, featuring 6 gaming tables and a selection of 75 slot machines. Guests
can relax over a drink in the stylish Ivory Ball Lounge Bar or enjoy one of the casino's
Casino Zürichsee (5)
many special events or regular promotions. A seasonal operation, Casino St. Moritz is
Casino Zürichsee is located in the 4-star Seedamm Plaza Hotel on the southern shores
closed in May and November.
of Lake Zurich and has been themed to depict the many famous landmarks in the city of
www.casinozuerichsee.ch
Zurich, including the historic late-baroque Opera House or the famous "Bahnhofstrasse".
Casino Schaffhausen (4)
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www.casinoschaffhausen.ch
Casino Zürichsee offers a warm and relaxed atmosphere and features 12 gaming tables
Located in the center of the medieval town of Schaffhausen in the north of Switzerland,
and a choice of 150 state-of-the-art slot machines. Casino guests also have access to the
Casino Schaffhausen opened in 2002 and blends a unique combination of state-of-the-art
hotel's extensive parking lot.
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Africa – Middle East
Egypt
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Casinos Austria International has a long history of success in the buoyant and competitive Egyptian casino gaming market, opening our first casino in the country almost
twenty years ago in 1990. Together with our local partners, Casinos Austria International
operated two top-class casinos in Egypt in 2008: Casino Semiramis in the capital, Cairo,
and Casino Royale in the holiday destination of Sharm El Sheikh. Both these casinos are
located in five-star hotels in accordance with the country’s strict gaming laws.
Casino Royale (1)
www.casinosaustria.com
Casino Royale enjoys a prime site in the five-star Maritim Jolie Ville Resort in the heart of
Naama Bay, Sharm El Sheikh on the southernmost tip of the Sinai Peninsula. With its beautiful surroundings and elegant colonnade, the casino has become a focal point in the city and is
its premier gaming venue. Refurbished in early 2009, the interior is classic in design, offering
guests a choice of popular table games and slot machines in a relaxed club-like atmosphere.
Casino Semiramis (2)
Situated in the heart of the Egyptian capital in the five-star Semiramis Inter-Continental Hotel,
Casino Semiramis enjoys spectacular views of the River Nile. The casino has been a leader
in the Egyptian casino industry since it opened in 1990 and continued this trend-setting role
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in 2008. Known for its hospitality and excellent service, the casino features a comprehensive
gaming mix with 13 live gaming tables and a wide selection of the latest slot machines.
Palestinian Autonomy
Casinos Austria International and its partners began operations in the Palestinian Autonomy in September 1998. While operational, the Oasis Hotel Casino Resort in Jericho was
one of the company’s most successful operations worldwide, opening 24 hours a day and
featuring 124 tables and 278 slots. However, in July 2000, shortly after completion of the
resort’s five-star hotel, increasing political unrest in the region and the closure of the area
around Jericho to Israeli citizens and tourist visitors forced the casino to cease operations.
Oasis Hotel Casino Resort (3)
4
Although the Oasis Hotel Casino again remained closed throughout 2008, Casinos Austria
International closely monitors developments in the region, and the casino itself is kept
fully equipped, maintained and ready to reopen as soon as the political situation allows.
The hotel itself has always remained open and recently underwent refurbishment to its
pool areas and guest rooms.
South Africa
Casinos Austria International has been active in the South African casino market since the
1990s and holds a 22 percent economic interest in its local partner, Gold Reef Resorts
Limited. Listed on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange, Gold Reef Resorts is a gaming
Grand Casino Luzern, Switzerland
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www.grandcasinoluzern.ch
and entertainment company that operates world-class resorts and entertainment complexes
With its magnificent setting on the shores of Lake Lucerne, Grand Casino Luzern of-
throughout South Africa and currently has interests in seven resorts: Gold Reef City, Garden
fers unparalleled, highest quality entertainment and dining. At the heart lie its Grand
Route Casino, Golden Horse Casino, Goldfields Casino, Mykonos Casino, Queens Casino
Jeu and Jackpot casinos, with 13 gaming tables, 245 slot machines and 16 TouchBet
and Silverstar Casino. Each resort offers a diverse choice of entertainment, the highest lev-
Roulette machines. Mediterranean cuisine is the order of the day in the acclaimed
els of customer service and world-class facilities: from casino gaming, fine dining and hotels,
Olivo restaurant with 14 Gault Millau points, while the extensive variety of events in
to cultural and outdoor activities. Gold Reef Resorts is committed to offering its shareholders
the Casineum ensure its place as a firm fixture in Lucerne’s nightlife.
consistent growth and contributing to the country as a responsible corporate citizen.
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Garden Route Casino (4, see page 49)
2
www.gardenroutecasino.co.za
Garden Route Casino opened in 2002 in one of the most beautiful locations in South
Africa: the town of Mossel Bay on the Garden Route overlooks the Indian Ocean and
boasts 24 km of unspoilt beaches. The thrilling facilities on offer at the casino include
376 slot machines, 16 gaming tables, a Salon Privé, buffet restaurant and sports bar, as
well as the award-winning Pinnacle Point golf course, 71 four-star golf lodges, 24 villas
and the 43-room Garden Route Hotel and Spa.
Golden Horse Casino (2)
www.goldenhorsecasino.co.za
Golden Horse Casino in Kwazulu-Natal is much more than just a casino. Set in the Pietermaritzburg hillside, the only casino in Africa linked to a racecourse promises a unique gam-
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ing experience. The casino shares its premises with the Scottsville Racecourse and boasts a
96-room hotel, restaurants, conference facilities and the world’s largest statue of a horse: the
14-meter Pegasus. Its casino floor offers 450 slot machines, 16 tables and the exclusive Rosewood's Room for high rollers.
Goldfields Casino (1)
www.goldfieldscasino.co.za
Goldfields Casino and Entertainment Centre opened in December 2003 and is located in Goldfields Plaza on Stateway, the main street in the city of Welkom. The contemporary design of
this premier destination combines an eclectic mix of style elements, with a clever use of colors
and textures creating warm, inviting spaces. The casino boasts 250 slot machines, 9 gaming
tables and a Salon Privé, as well as extensive banqueting, dining and bar facilities.
Mykonos Casino (3)
www.casinomykonos.com
Mykonos Casino in Langebaan some 120 km north of Cape Town opened in December 2000
and brings great gaming entertainment to a resort already renowned as a water sports mecca.
Set in a Greek-styled self-catering and conference resort, the casino boasts an impressive selection of 278 slot machines and 9 table games. The resort’s extensive facilities cater to both
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5
young and old with its games room, choice of restaurants and bars, crèche service and health
and beauty spa.
Queens Casino (4)
www.queenscasino.co.za
Queens Casino opened its doors to the public in December 2007 in Queenstown in
the Eastern Cape Province. Designed with a focal railway theme, the casino features
a beautifully restored steam locomotive once used to transport the then Princess
Elizabeth during a visit to South Africa. In addition to a choice of 180 slot machines
and 6 gaming tables, the new casino also offers a hotel, buffet restaurant, sports bar,
games facility and crèche.
Gold Reef City Casino, South Africa
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www.goldreefcity.co.za
Silverstar Casino (5)
www.silverstarcasino.co.za
Gold Reef City Casino near Johannesburg is a flagship operation in the Casinos Austria
Opened in December 2007, Silverstar Casino is Gauteng’s first non-themed casino with
International network. Set in a magnificent complex offering a winning combination of
its unique, contemporary style and neo-African influences designed to reflect the natural
theme park, Apartheid museum and casino gaming, Gold Reef City Casino opened in
aesthetics of the area. The casino boasts 756 slot machines, 26 gaming tables and a
May 2000 and has a look and feel best described as “Pure Jozi, Pure Gold”. Open 24/7,
luxury hotel, whose 38 suites have superb views of the Fountain Spectacular, the biggest
the casino features 1,600 slot machines, 50 tables, a Salon Privé for high rollers and
water feature in the Southern Hemisphere. It also offers a choice of restaurants, bars and
“Barneys” – one of the largest smoking casinos in Southern Africa.
conference facilities for up to 500 delegates.
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The Americas
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2
Argentina
Casinos Austria International’s first casino in Argentina opened in 1987 in the Andean
winter sports resort of Valle de Las Leñas. In 2000, we entered a cooperation with Entretenimientos y Juegos de Azar (ENJASA), the only company licensed to operate casinos, lotteries and slot parlors in the province of Salta, and reinforced this long and
successful partnership with the acquisition of a majority shareholding in December
2006. In an eventful year, 2008 saw the introduction of table gaming at Casino Oran
and Casino Tartagal in the interior of the province and the launch of the new Reno slot
hall in the capital, expanding ENJASA’s portfolio to 5 casinos and 15 slot halls. Lottery
developments throughout the year included the introduction of new lottery games and
the implementation of 500 online point of sale units.
Boulevard Casino (1)
www.enjasa.com
Opened in 2004, Boulevard Casino is located in Salta's popular Alta NOA center, the region’s
main retail mall. The lively casino offers visitors a chance to take a break from their shopping and try their luck at its Blackjack and American Roulette tables or extensive selection
of electronic gaming machines. Boulevard Casino was refurbished in 2008, offers a full bar
service and can be accessed either directly from Avenida Virrey Toledo or through the mall.
Casino Golden Dreams (2)
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4
www.enjasa.com
The popular Casino Golden Dreams first opened in January 2002 and is located in the downtown pedestrian zone in the provincial capital, Salta City. It offers guests top-class gaming in
an expansive gaming area with a selection of more than 350 state-of-the-art electronic gaming and slot machines and live gaming tables for American Roulette, Blackjack, Punto Banco
and Caribbean Poker. Casino Golden Dreams also has its own exclusive guest parking facility.
Casino Oran (4)
www.enjasa.com
Located in San Ramon de la Nueva Oran (known locally simply as "Oran") in the interior of the
province about 270 km from the capital, Salta, the lively Casino Oran first opened in December 2000 as a slots-only venue. The modern casino expanded its gaming mix in June 2008 to
offer live gaming from Wednesday to Sunday at its American Roulette and Blackjack tables. A
popular destination for locals and visitors alike, the casino also offers a complete bar service.
Casino Salta (5)
www.enjasa.com
Opened in August 2005, Casino Salta is located on the ground floor of Salta City's Shera-
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ton Salta Hotel only a few blocks from the downtown area in an exceptional location that
offers panoramic views of the city, the Lerma Valley and the Andes. The casino offers a
choice of American Roulette, Blackjack, Caribbean Poker and Craps tables, as well as a
large selection of state-of-the-art slot machines. It also features a VIP Lounge, bar and
piano area and valet parking.
Great Blue Heron Charity Casino, Canada
Casino Tartagal (3)
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www.greatblueheroncasino.com
www.enjasa.com
Located on reserve land near the town of Port Perry, the Great Blue Heron Charity
Located in Tartagal in the north-west of the province of Salta, Casino Tartagal first opened in
Casino is one of Ontario’s finest casino properties. Aboriginal themes are depicted
December 2002 as a slots-only venue. This lively casino moved to a new location on the city's
throughout the building and on the uniforms worn by staff. Open 24/7, the casino
main square in September 2008 and expanded its gaming mix to offer American Roulette,
boasts an extensive gaming mix with 60 tables and 545 TITO-enabled, latest gene-
Blackjack and Poker tables from Wednesday to Sunday. With its proximity to the borders with
ration spinning reel and video slot machines. It also features the Waters Edge buffet
Bolivia and Paraguay, the casino is popular with both local guests and international visitors.
restaurant and Lucky Stone and Heron Bar serving snacks and light meals.
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velopment and advancement opportunities for the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Na-
2
tion. The casino has since evolved into a significant economic driver and one of the largest
employers in the region, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to strengthening and enhancing its image as a model corporate citizen. The Great Blue Heron takes its role as a community partner very seriously and has been widely praised for the active support provided by the
casino and its charitable foundation to many groups and organizations.
Chile
Casinos Austria International was awarded the concession to develop and operate our firstever casino in Chile in July 2006. This latest development takes us further south on the map
than ever before – to Los Angeles, the capital of Chile’s Bío-Bío Region. Completed in record
time, the opening of the new Gran Casino Los Angeles was a highlight for Casinos Austria
Casino Las Leñas (1)
Set at an altitude of 2,300 meters above sea level, Casino Las Leñas is the highest casino in
the world and was the first private casino in Argentina. The casino is located in the five-star
Hotel Piscis and offers a choice of live gaming tables and slot machines as well as a VIP gaming room and a lively casino bar. A seasonal operation, the casino is only open in the southern hemisphere's winter season, welcoming guests each year from mid-June to mid-October.
International in 2008. Our expansion strategy in Chile was reinforced in August 2008, when
the gaming board awarded us the concession for a second operation in the country – the new
casino and tourism center in the city of Ovalle in the Coquimbo Region. Casino Gran Ovalle
will open in 2011 and combine gaming, tourism and culture in one luxury complex, with a
modern casino, a 4-star hotel, restaurants, bars, a conference center, museums, an open-air
theater and retail outlets promoting local products and crafts.
Gran Casino Los Angeles (2)
www.grancasinolosangeles.cl
Opened in July 2008, CAI’s newest casino in the central Chilean city of Los Angeles re-
Canada
inforces the city’s position as the gateway to the south of the country. Set in the heart
Casinos Austria International has been managing the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino – a
of the city, Gran Casino Los Angeles boasts a spacious design with striking woodwork
gaming complex 100 km northeast of Toronto, Ontario – for over a decade. Operated on be-
features, a bar, a restaurant and an unrivalled gaming experience at 12 tables, 200 slot
half of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming
machines and a 40-seat Bingo room. The complex will also feature a top-class hotel with
Corporation, the venue first opened in 1997 with a simple vision of providing economic de-
90 rooms, spa facilities and a conference center, opening in 2009.
Australia - Asia
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Australia
Casinos Austria International has a long and successful history of operations in the Australian market and currently operates two casinos in the country: Casino Canberra in the
nation’s capital and The Reef Hotel Casino in Cairns, North Queensland. Both casinos
are members of the Australian Casino Association (ACA) and play an active role within
the organization. Casinos Austria International also holds direct and indirect interests
of approximately 42 percent in the Reef Casino Trust, the holding company that owns
The Reef Hotel Casino complex in Cairns. The Australian casino industry is competitive,
with a total of 13 casinos operating across the country, one in each state capital, as well
as a number in other regional locations. Casino gaming is regulated at state level and is
subject to stringent standards and gaming rules, as well as high levels of security.
Casino Canberra (3)
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www.casinocanberra.com.au
The Reef Hotel Casino, Australia
www.reefcasino.com.au
Casino Canberra is located on the eastern side of Canberra’s CBD in beautiful Glebe Park
Situated in Cairns, the capital of Queensland, The Reef Hotel Casino opened in 1996 and
adjacent to the National Convention Centre. The world-class gaming and entertainment
is one of Australia's finest boutique casinos. The lavishly appointed casino offers an excit-
on offer at the casino includes an extensive selection of popular casino games, three wel-
ing range of table games and over 500 state-of-the-art gaming machines. It also features
coming bars and the renowned The Grill Brasserie restaurant overlooking the park. The
VIP facilities for premium players, two main bars and designated outdoor smoking areas.
heart and the soul of the city, Casino Canberra is known for its good corporate citizen-
The complex boasts a five-star hotel with 128 luxury suites, 4 restaurants, a nightclub
ship and support for the community.
and a variety of bars and retail outlets.
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India
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Regent Seven Seas Mariner
Casinos Austria International has been active in the Indian casino market since 1999 when
the western state of Goa amended its Gambling Act to allow the provision of table and slot
machine gaming on board offshore vessels in the inland waters off the state. At the time,
Casinos Austria International and its local partners were granted the only such license to
be awarded, securing their status as the first casino operator on the Indian sub-continent.
Due in part to the pioneering work carried out by Casino Goa, acceptance of casino gaming
as a form of entertainment has grown enormously in India over the past few years. Recent
gaming policy changes in Goa have led to the issue of further offshore licenses, and four additional offshore casinos began operating on the Mandovi River in late 2008, with two more
vessels expected to join the market in 2009.
Casino Goa (1)
www.casinogoa.biz
Located on the M.V. Caravela, a twin-engine catamaran named after the first Portuguese
armada to sail to Goa in the 16th century, Casino Goa opened in February 2001 and was
India’s first live gaming offshore casino. The vessel is specially designed to sail the inland waters off Goa and features a wide choice of gaming tables and slot machines in a
unique, club-style atmosphere, complemented by live entertainment on the sundeck, in
the casino and in the lavish restaurant.
Cruising Casinos
Shipboard Operations
In 2008, Casinos Austria International operated casinos on board the sister all-suite, all-
With over 25 years of experience in the cruising casino sector, Casinos Austria International’s
balcony Seven Seas Navigator. Regent Seven Seas Cruises offers exclusive, unparal-
turnkey solutions range from designing and equipping customized onboard casinos, recruiting staff and managing the casino to developing the operation to ensure maximum returns
for the cruise line. We launched our first shipboard casino in 1981 and have since opened
casinos on board some of the world’s most prestigious ocean-going vessels. Management
of our cruising casinos in 2008 was shared between two subsidiaries: Casinos Austria Maritime Corp. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Shipboard Casino Services in Piraeus, Greece. Together, they operated casinos on board vessels in the following fleets: Discovery Cruise Line,
Indian Ocean Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, SeaDream Yacht Club, Silversea Cruises
and Windstar Cruises. The office in Greece was closed in February 2009, when management
of its vessels was transferred to Casinos Austria Maritime.
balcony, 700-guest Seven Seas Voyager and Seven Seas Mariner and all-suite, 90 percent
leled, all-inclusive cruise vacations and consistently ranks as one of the world’s most
prestigious cruise lines. The company was voted “Best Large Ship Cruise Line” by
Condé Nast Traveler in 2008.
SeaDream Yacht Club
www.seadreamyachtclub.com
The SeaDream Yacht Club’s twin, ultra-luxury mega-yachts, SeaDream I and SeaDream
II, each cater to only 116 passengers, offering the ultimate in elegant yachting, first-class
service and absolute privacy. The SeaDream Yacht Club has received numerous awards
and accolades and was recognized with a “World’s Best” in the prestigious Condé Nast
Traveler’s January 2007 Gold List. Casinos Austria International closed the casinos on
board the SeaDream I and SeaDream II at the end of 2008.
Discovery Cruise Line
Wind Surf
Silver Shadow
www.discoverycruiseline.com
Casinos Austria Maritime has operated the casino on the 1,400-passenger Discovery Sun
Silversea Cruises
since 1995. Discovery Sun makes daily trips from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to Freeport,
In 2008, Casinos Austria International operated casinos on three vessels in the Silversea
Grand Bahama, and has been voted “Best Day Cruise” to the Bahamas by the readers of
Cruises ultra-luxury, all-inclusive fleet: the 382-guest Millennium Class Silver Shadow, the
Porthole Cruise Magazine for eight consecutive years. The casino was remodeled in 2008 to
382-guest all-ocean-view-suite Millennium Class Silver Whisper and the 296-guest capacity
incorporate a 10-seat electronic Texas Hold’Em table to complement its existing 8 gaming
Silver Wind. Silversea Cruises reflects generations of maritime and travel experience and
tables and 117 slot machines.
pledges to build and operate the highest quality ships in the ultra-luxury segment. The com-
www.silversea.com
pany is consistently lauded by leading consumer and trade publications and was honored
Indian Ocean Cruises
www.indianoceancruises.net
with Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best Award” in 2008 for the seventh time.
Skillfully refurbished in 2006, the four-star, 250-passenger Ocean Odyssey offers the distinctive, intimate atmosphere of a sea-going yacht, backed by the excellent service of an experi-
Windstar Cruises
enced and highly professional crew. Indian Ocean Cruises is the first cruise line to offer cruis-
The casinos on board the three vessels in Seattle-based Windstar Cruises unique fleet of
es to the untouched tropical Lakshadweep Islands in the Arabian Sea, India’s smallest Union
exclusive five-star sailing yachts all opened in 2007: the 148-guest multi-sail-yachts Wind
Territory. Casinos Austria closed the casino on board the Ocean Odyssey at the end of 2008.
Star and Wind Spirit and the 308-guest Wind Surf. A market leader in luxury small ship
www.windstarcruises.com
cruising, Windstar Cruises offers cruise vacationers the chance to see the world in con-
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
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www.rssc.com
temporary luxury from the romantic, intimate setting of an elegant yet informal yacht.
Casinos Austria International has a long history of cooperation with Regent Seven
Windstar Cruises has an impressive list of awards and was listed on Condé Nast Traveler’s
Seas Cruises and extended its concession agreements with the cruise line in 2007.
Annual Gold List of “Best Cruise Lines” in 2008.
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report ’08 | Austrian Lotteries
A Stroke of Luck
Lady Luck was definitely watching over Austrian Lotteries and its customers in 2008. Defying
the odds in a not particularly favorable economic climate, the company succeeded in increasing its total sales for the year by 15 percent to 2.378 billion euro. Luck was also on the side
of the players, with total winnings hitting an unprecedented 1.7 billion euro.
here are some sales factors you can influence,
T
Toto and Torwette Football Pools
such as the timing of special promotions or
Three special quarter-million rounds to mark the
the introduction of bonus or additional cash prizes.
UEFA EURO 2008 along with a six-times and an eight-
And there are some events that cannot be influenced:
times Extra Toto rollover jackpot boosted the Toto foot-
they simply lie in the nature of the game and are
ball pool (incl. Extra Toto) in 2008 and resulted in a
purely a matter of chance – like rollover jackpots,
2.8 percent increase in sales year-on-year to 11.66
where the prospect of even higher winnings or dream
million euro. The Torwette football pool (incl. Extra Tor-
of total financial independence and freedom produce
wette) posted sales of 1.08 million euro.
a significant increase in the number of lottery tickets
purchased.
Bingo
Bingo remained equally attractive to its fans in 2008
At Austrian Lotteries, there were more such chance
as it had been in the previous year. Sales for the year
events in 2008 than ever before. Its flagship na-
amounted to 11.29 million euro, an increase of 1.02
tional Lotto “6 aus 45” (literally “6 from 45”) and
percent compared to 2007.
EuroMillions lotteries produced a particularly high
number of single and rollover jackpots, including
EuroMillions
the first-ever five-times rollover jackpot in the 22-
Ticket sales for the EuroMillions lottery profited great-
year history of Lotto “6 aus 45”. A six-times roll-
ly from four major jackpot winners in Austria in 2008.
over Europot for EuroMillions resulted in total prize
Favorable jackpot constellations – longer runs with
money of over 100 million euro.
larger Europots than in the previous year – also had
a positive effect: EuroMillions sales increased by 17.6
There were also a number of impressive wins in
percent to 170.88 million euro.
the double-digit millions in Austria: one player from
Carinthia won 55.6 million euro, another from Vorarl-
ToiToiToi Numbers Lottery
berg almost 29 million euro and yet another from
The ToiToiToi numbers lottery, drawn daily from Mon-
Lower Austria more than 28 million euro. 31 other
day to Saturday, posted sales of 17.04 million euro
lucky players also successfully matched six numbers
– a slight decrease of 0.6 percent compared to 2007.
to become lottery millionaires.
Zahlenlotto 1-90 Numbers Lottery
Lotto "6 aus 45" Lottery
With three draws each week (on Tuesdays, Thursdays
The company’s flagship lottery product recorded
and Saturdays), sales for the Zahlenlotto 1-90 num-
555.34 million euro in sales in 2008, a 7.4 percent
bers lottery decreased by 3.2 percent in 2008 to 4.51
rise compared to the previous year. The increase can
million euro.
be attributed both to the large number of jackpots
(three additional jackpots and the first-ever five-time
Joker
rollover jackpot in the lottery’s history more than
Following on the heels of Lotto “6 aus 45” and
compensated for three fewer triple rollover jackpots
EuroMillions, sales for the Joker tote game showed
than in 2007) and to the change in price of a Lotto
a very positive trend and were further boosted by a
ticket to one euro.
price adjustment introduced in June 2008. These de- X
(l. to. r. ): Karl Stoss (Chairman), Bettina Glatz-Kremsner (Director), Friedrich Stickler (Deputy Director General)
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report ’08 | Austrian Lotteries
Austrian Lotteries | report ’08
velopments resulted in sales of 162.21 million euro
minals outlets, both operated as joint ventures with
– a rise of 13.9 percent year-on-year.
Casinos Austria, also made an important contribution
68%
to the positive results at Austrian Lotteries in 2008.
Rubbellos Scratch-Off Tickets
Sales at win2day.at were up by 17 percent year-
The new themes for 2008 – “Super Schatztruhe”,
on-year, while WINWIN posted an increase in sales of
“Golden Goals”, “Gold” and “Poker” – helped boost
36.2 percent for the reporting year.
sales of the Rubbellos instant scratch-off ticket lottery
by 2.6 percent to 127.38 million euro.
50%
Sports Sponsoring
50%
Austrian Lotteries is unquestionably one of the
Brieﬂos Break-open Tickets
most important sponsors of sports in Austria, and
The introduction of the new Mega Brieflos series
the company places equal emphasis on supporting
(larger format, ticket price of two euro and three
top-level professional sports, youth development
main prizes of 250,000 euro each) on 17 November
and amateur sports.
brought a breath of fresh air and increased interest
in this break-open ticket lottery. Furthermore, prize
In addition to its specific sponsorship of individual
payout levels for the original Brieflos product were in-
organizations and events, Austrian Lotteries contrib-
creased. These developments resulted in a 7.2 per-
utes three percent of its gross sales each year to
cent increase in sales to 25.85 million euro.
the sponsoring of sports, with the majority of these
100%
100%
56%
funds going to amateur sporting endeavors. In 2008,
Klassenlotterie Austrian Class Lottery
this amounted to a total contribution to Austrian
Sales for the Österreichische Klassenlotterie (Austrian
sports of 62.02 million euro. These funds are man-
Class Lottery) reached 36.17 million euro in the
aged and distributed by the Austrian Federal Sports
reporting year, a decrease of 3.8 percent year-on-year.
Organization. Based on sales figures for 2008, Austrian Lotteries expects its contributions to sports for
The online gaming platform win2day.at with its newly
the current year to exceed the 70 million euro mark
opened Pokerroom and the WINWIN video lottery ter-
for the first time in the company’s history.

AUSTRIAN LOTTERIES IN FIGURES
Sales
Total taxes
TOTAL SALES 2008 BY PRODUCT
2,378.04
millions EUR
383.49
millions EUR
(thereof) game-related duties
161.27
millions EUR
(thereof) concession fee
216.75
millions EUR
Sports sponsoring
62.02
millions EUR
Profit on ordinary activities
39.06
millions EUR
Net income after taxes
33.65
millions EUR
Balance sheet profit
33.66
millions EUR
Employees*
Lotto "6 aus 45"
Toto and Torwette*)
Bingo
EuroMillions
*)
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Lotto and football pools
retail partners
3,889
Scratch-off ticket retail partners
6,783
Break-open ticket retail partners
6,790
as at 31.12.2008
23.35%
12,741,247.40
0.54%
11,295,641.30
0.47%
170,881,731.50
7.19%
0.72%
0.19%
Joker
162,212,294.50
6.82%
Rubbellos
127,375,639.80
5.36%
Brieflos
25,848,123.60
1.09%
Klassenlotterie
36,171,782.00
1.52%
945,648,184.36
39.77%
win2day.at
win2day.at - Poker
WINWIN
Total
*)
555,342,870.50
4,510,330.35
Zahlenlotto
Sales network
Percentage of Total
17,041,865.75
ToiToiToi
472
in EUR
5,049,682.83
0.21%
303,925,312.08
12.78%
2,378,044,705.97
100.00%
incl. Extra Toto and Extra Torwette
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report ’08 | win2day.at
Virtual Reality
Casino games, themed games, Poker room and virtual Lotto and Toto sales outlet – win2day.at
offers all this and more, with strictest security and the protection of minors and players
guaranteed.
A
Casinos Austria and Austrian Lotteries
when it comes to online Poker sites, and the new
joint venture, the internet gaming platform
Poker room not only had to comply with all the
win2day.at offers something for every taste: from
familiar win2day.at responsible gaming features
classic casino games, specially designed themed
– like strict registration procedures and the com-
games, Lotto and Toto through to Poker. With the
pulsory setting of deposit and playing time lim-
launch of its Pokerroom on 7 February 2008 win-
its – it also had to guarantee that players are pro-
2day.at achieved yet another first – the first all-
tected from others trying to fix matches or cheat.
Austrian online Poker room that not only match-
Security and integrity are central to all activities
es its international counterparts in every way,
at win2day.at and to any new games added to its
but actually outplays them.
portfolio. Protection against criminal activities is a
WIN2DAY.AT
core aspect here, since it is the anonymity offered
Gamesroom
Codeknacker
Keno
Pferderennen
Spin & Win
Eldorado
Penalty
Portobello
Western Saloon
Lottery Games
by some online gaming platforms that can attract
be hard to tell one from the other. And many of
people with dishonest intentions and encourage
them are sadly lacking in one particular aspect:
money laundering and cheating. Thanks to the in-
entertainment value. The Pokerroom at win2day.at
built tried and tested cutting edge security soft-
is different, and when it comes to entertainment
ware and the permanent monitoring of the site by
Lotto
Toto
ToiToiToi
Brieflos
value, it is quite literally ahead of the pack. All its
fully-trained experts, this simply cannot happen at
Joker
Extra Toto
Zahlenlotto
Klassenlotterie
Hold’em tables are named after Austrian towns,
win2day.at. The fact that all players have to regis-
EuroMillions
Bingo
Rubbellos
mountains or rivers, and the names of many of
ter with the site by name and the personal details
its tournaments are Austrian through and through
provided are verified before anyone is allowed to
– just two of the many features that set it apart.
play also adds a further layer of security. Anony-
So players can set off on a virtual Poker tour from
mous con artists have no chance at win2day.at.
Casino Games
Roulette:
Video Poker:
Chicken Slot
Schatzinsel
American Roulette
Draw Poker
Cleopatra‘s Gold
Schatzkammer
French Roulette
Jacks or Better
Dolphin Star
Wild Fruits
Cards:
Joker and Kings
Goldmine
Magic Money
Black Jack
Lucky Joker
Jungle Jane
Dice:
Tropical Stud Poker
Double Draw Faces
Lucky Monsters
Escalero
Easy Hold‘em Poker
Slots:
Pirates Bay
European Seven Eleven
Red Dog
African King
Robbie Rich
Würfelpoker
Omaha
Seven Card Stud
Pokerroom
Texas Hold‘em
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With Poker rooms a dime a dozen nowadays, it can
Five Card Draw
“Kitzbühel” over the summit of the “Hochkönig”
and along the banks of the “Mur” to “Graz”. The
All these factors offer clear confirmation of the
chat is kept in German, so that Poker fans can also
high standards of security in place at win2day.
enjoy a bit of Austrian humor along the way.
at, and it is these standards that ensure the site
continues to grow in popularity. In 2008, win2day.
As with all other win2day.at games, security and
at reported sales of 945.55 million euro (2007:
responsibility naturally played a key role in every
808 million euro) and a Poker rake of five million
stage of the Poker room’s development. Respon-
euro. As of 31 December 2008, the site had a total
sible gaming aspects are particularly important
of 400,000 registered users.

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report ’08 | WINWIN
A WINWIN Situation
Despite difficult operating conditions in 2008, WINWIN added two further chapters to the VLT
outlet success story that began back in 2004.
V
ideo Lottery Terminals – or VLTs for short
know-how and industry expertise of both companies
– might be optically similar to classic slot
– Casinos Austria with its 75 casinos on five conti-
machines, but behind this façade lies a great deal
nents and over 40 years experience in casino gam-
more. The difference between VLTs and convention-
ing and Austrian Lotteries with its wealth of experi-
al gaming machines lies in the technology and gam-
ence in online gaming. Austrian Lotteries also holds
ing mechanism: a complex computer network fully
the appropriate electronic lotteries license required
equipped with the latest and best security standards
to operate VLTs under Section 12a of the Austrian
guarantees reliable gaming entertainment of the
Gaming Act.
highest level.
True to their motto, WINWIN outlets really do have
With two new outlets opened last year in Landeck, Ty-
it all: the trendy 500 to 650 square meter venues
rol and Vöcklabruck, Upper Austria, Glücks- und Un-
are all home not just to at least 50 gaming termi-
terhaltungsspiel Betriebsgesellschaft m.b.H. (“Enter-
nals, they also serve a wide selection of good food
tainment GmbH”) – better known by the brand name
and drinks. The target group is fun-loving, enter-
WINWIN – operated a total of 11 outlets across Aus-
tainment-minded people, who enjoy rounding off a
tria as of 31 December 2008. Each of these outlets
pleasant evening in a great setting with a few rounds
offers between 50 and 150 such VLTs, all permanent-
on the gaming machines. And WINWIN is also proof
ly linked to the Austrian Lotteries central computer
that good gaming entertainment doesn’t have to be
center. While conventional slot machines determine
expensive: its VLTs can be played from as little as
the outcome of a wager independently using a ran-
one cent, with maximum possible winnings of up to
dom number generator, this is decided for WINWIN
26,050 euro. Further WINWIN outlets are currently
machines by the random number generator on a cen-
also in the pipeline.
tral computer – based on set odds and payout limits
approved by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Finance.
In the 2008 business year, WINWIN posted sales of
As a joint subsidiary of Casinos Austria and Austrian
303.92 million euro, an increase of over 35 percent
Lotteries, WINWIN perfectly combines the extensive
compared to the previous year.

THE 11 WINWIN OUTLETS
Tyrol:
Salzburg:
Upper Austria:
Lower Austria:
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Am Marienbrunnen 346, 6290 Mayrhofen:
50 VLTs, tipp3 Betting Lounge
Bozenerplatz 2, 9900 Lienz:
Malserstraße 25, 6500 Landeck:
Seegasse 5, 5700 Zell am See:
Unterer Stadtplatz 3, 4780 Schärding:
Grünmarkt 17, 4400 Steyr:
Kaiser-Josef-Platz 8, 4600 Wels:
Stadtplatz 21, 4840 Vöcklabruck:
Wienergasse 3, 2460 Bruck/Leitha:
Racinoplatz 1, 2483 Ebreichsdorf:
150 VLTs
Hamerlingstraße 5, 3910 Zwettl:
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report ’08 | tipp3
A Hot Tip(p)
tipp3 (Österreichische Sportwetten GmbH) has been a top scorer in the highly competitive
betting sports betting sector for the last nine years – and caused great excitement among
fans in 2008 as new lead sponsor of the Austrian Football Bundesliga.
I
n the words of the stars of the tipp3 advertising
cannot make it to their local tipp3 sales outlet dur-
campaign – Austrian sports reporters Adi Nieder-
ing opening hours or cannot get to a PC with internet
korn and Edi Finger Jr. – things looked “guat”, yes
access can now place their bets quickly and easily
“even very guat” in 2008. Good for tipp3 and for the
by text message. Service and fun were also two of
Austrian Football Bundesliga.
the key factors behind the introduction of the tipp3
QuickTipp. All the customer has to do is pick the level
TIPP3
tipp3 was definitely match-ready for the kick-off of
of risk – the system at the sales outlet does the rest
UEFA EURO 2008 – the football event of the year
and suggests the appropriate bet.
– and its careful preparations more than proved
their worth, with the company recording a double-
Also a firm favorite with the 65,000 registered on-
digit percentage increase in betting sales during
line customers of www.tipp3.at is the fan.tv option
the championship period. In total, Österreichische
with its up-to-date selection of video clips of current
65,000 registered online users
Sportwetten GmbH (“Austrian Sports Betting Ltd.”)
championship events.
3,700 sales outlets in Austria
posted annual sales for 2008 of around 50 million
50 million euro in sales
10 tipp3 Betting Lounges in WINWIN outlets
Betting arena on the Goleador site
Betting by text message
euro. In doing so, the Casinos Austria and Austrian
On the subject of championships: the general en-
Lotteries joint venture with the Austrian media orga-
thusiasm for football following UEFA EURO 2008
nizations Bundesländerverlage and Mediaprint, suc-
and the continued rise in interest in sports betting
cessfully outperformed average results for the sector.
prompted tipp3 to intensify its cooperation activities
with the Austrian Football Bundesliga. tipp3 became
tipp3-fan.tv
To remain ahead of the game, tipp3 continually in-
a lead sponsor of the Bundesliga at the start of the
Main sponsor of the "tipp3-Bundesliga
troduces new products and services. As an added
2008/2009 season, with Austria’s top football clubs
powered by T-Mobile"
convenience to customers, betting by text message
kicking off in the new “tipp3-Bundesliga powered by
was introduced at the start of 2008. Customers who
T-Mobile” since 1 July 2008.

(l. to r.): Joachim Burger (T-Mobile), Bundesliga Chairman Georg Pangl and tipp3 Chairman Dietmar Hoscher
seal their partnership
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report ’08 | Responsible Gaming
Responsible Gaming | report ’08
Responsible Gaming
The proof of a great night out at the casino is waking up the next morning with the smile still on your face. Casinos Austria ensures that
everyone can rest assured – and no one needs to hide under the bedspread.
A
guest who has enjoyed a great evening’s
to protect players from any negative effects of
Like all other forms of addiction, this is a social
entertainment at the casino should still
gambling. Casinos Austria’s fully-trained staff and
problem and has to be given wide media attention.
be smiling about it the next day. The memories
cutting edge security technology and facilities en-
To ensure this becomes the case, Casinos Austria
of those happy hours should linger on for many
sure permanent monitoring of gaming activities.
launched a “Responsible Gaming Breakfast” ini-
a day to come: the exquisite meal, the glass of
Naturally, all this is done with absolute discre-
tiative to provide first-hand information to leading
sparkling wine, the charm and expertise of the
tion so no one ever has the feeling they are being
media representatives. The strong interest in this
helpful casino staff and – above all – the fun and
watched. But as soon as any money is changed,
initiative confirmed the clear information deficit on
excitement of watching the Roulette ball spin
this information is recorded. If the frequency of
the subject of gambling addiction and the strong
around the wheel, trying to read the expressions
these transactions, the amounts involved or even a
demand for Casinos Austria’s know-how and ex-
on the faces of the other players around the Pok-
combination of the two indicate there might be a
pertise in this field. This applies both to the facts
er table or waiting for the symbols on the slot
cause for concern, a qualified member of staff will
and figures produced by the company itself as well
machines to finally come to a halt.
initially broach the matter with the guest and work
as to latest research results. Once a year, Casinos
with them to find a solution. Whether this ultimate-
Austria and Austrian Lotteries also organize a “Re-
Yet for Casinos Austria, perfect customer service
ly results in a ban, the setting of betting limits or a
sponsible Gaming Academy”, whose seminars and
extends far beyond the actual visit to the casino.
restriction in the number of permitted casino vis-
workshops provide a forum for the presentation of
Our exemplary player protection measures ensure
its, together we find a way. The company’s Respon-
the latest insights and research and in-depth dis-
gaming remains the fun experience it is intended to
sible Gaming department ensures that the latest
cussions with independent experts on gambling
be, and begin the moment a guest enters the foyer
information material, including flyers on gambling
addiction and associated fields.
with our strict registration procedures. Player pro-
addiction, is always available and prominently on
tection and responsible gaming are not just clear
display in all 12 Austrian casinos.
All these efforts ensure that our staff go to work with
a totally clear conscience, while our guests can rest
requirements laid down by the national regulatory
authorities, they are also an integral part of corpo-
Casinos Austria has always sought to draw greater
assured that their next visit to the casino will be just
rate culture at Casinos Austria and are firmly root-
public attention to the topic of gambling addiction.
as safe and just as much fun as the last.

ed in the company’s traditions.
The vast majority of people who enjoy gaming do so
responsibly, reasonably and within their means. But
there are a few exceptions to this rule. To address
this, Casinos Austria provides regular and thorough
training for staff, ensuring they are able to recognize
the signs of a potential gambling problem. The company is fully aware that gambling can be a problem
for some people and can have negative consequences
in some cases. But at Casinos Austria, responsible
gaming is not just a byword, it’s a guiding principle.
Tight access controls are in place to protect minors
from gaming itself and prevent this particularly vulnerable group from even coming in the vicinity of
gaming premises. In addition to access restrictions,
there are a whole range of further measures in place
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report ’08 | Security
Security | report ’08
Security in Mind
Central surveillance is the new hot topic when it comes to Responsible Gaming at Casinos
Austria. Our responsible approach to this topic has earned us a reputation for excellence
that extends far beyond our national borders.
T
he technical finesse of the systems in the
for example, for unevenness, ball track, elasticity
unobtrusive room is not immediately ap-
of dividing bars and number slot dimensions. At
parent to the uninitiated. Surrounded by moni-
Casinos Austria, these audits are an integral part
tors, a member of the surveillance team sits at
of our comprehensive security package.
his desk with a special keyboard and joystick to
hand. Anyone who might assume he was play-
The security solutions developed by Casinos Austria
ing the latest computer game would be serious-
regularly set new standards for the entire gaming
ly mistaken. He uses these devices to rapidly
industry. Our national experts are linked to all key
switch from one casino to the next and with a few
players in the market through the “International
clicks of the mouse can cover a distance of sev-
Association of Casino Security”, where they can dis-
eral hundred kilometers almost instantaneously.
cuss latest developments and best practices and
Central surveillance is the latest addition to the
promote their own know-how.
Casinos Austria security system and a further example of the company’s pioneering role in the
Protection against Criminal Activities
gaming industry.
The fact that money laundering and organized
crime are not associated with casino gaming in
There are several aspects to security at Casinos
Austria can be attributed in no small way to the
Austria. Naturally, we place utmost importance
country’s strict provider monopoly. The existence
on providing the guests at our 12 casinos across
of a single, known, reliable and trustworthy pro-
Austria with a safe and secure environment in
vider who conducts gaming operations in accor-
which to enjoy a few hours of fun and entertain-
dance with all regulatory policy maxims, makes
ment. But we also focus on the safety and secu-
it easier for the authorities and the general pub-
rity of society as a whole. For example, when it
lic to rule out the likelihood of criminal activities.
comes to protection against organized crime and
Money laundering in casinos can be prevented by
money laundering, two areas that in some coun-
clear statutory regulations and strict checks and
tries are unfortunately all too often associated
balances – from guest identity, transparency of
with casino gaming.
payouts, recording of casino revenues to the integrity of the operator.
At Casinos Austria, security is viewed as a ser-
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vice that is constantly changing, just like the
An external review of these endeavors by the Aus-
demands and expectations of casino guests.
trian Federal Ministries of Finance and the Inte-
Critically assessing and auditing the standards
rior (Bundeskriminalamt, “Federal Criminal Intel-
already in place is a key challenge. Such so-called
ligence Service, Department for the Prevention
Security Audits apply as much to alarm systems
of Organized Crime”) was very positive: all securi-
as they do to Roulette wheels, which are checked,
ty measures in place in our domestic casinos far X
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report ’08 | Security
Security | report ’08
exceed typical levels of control. These include
ing activities. Data protection issues take highest
identity verification procedures prior to entry,
priority in the planning and development of any
transaction monitoring and targeted staff train-
software tools. A comprehensive access rights
ing. Payouts are monitored and recorded: all
system is in place for all guest-related applica-
cash desk transactions are captured on video.
tions to ensure such data can only be accessed
The stored video data is subject to the statutory
by authorized members of staff.
duty of confidentiality.
Zero Tolerance for Cheating
But security issues in a casino environment ex-
At Casinos Austria, our guests naturally take
tend beyond these important regulatory require-
center stage in all such considerations and en-
ments – also covering the safety and security
deavors. Our guarantee to provide fair gaming
of operations, staff and guests in the individu-
entertainment without unwanted side effects is
al casinos. At Casinos Austria, each casino has
one of our major success factors, and our com-
its own security department and a highly trained
pany has a long history of success in upholding
team of security experts with international ex-
this guarantee.
perience. These departments provide an extensive range of security services: from first aid to
Casinos Austria staff are trained to the highest
building evacuation in the case of a fire. Emer-
international standards. Strict internal checks
gency procedures and scenarios are regularly
and balances ensure that all statutory and regu-
rehearsed, with top priority given to prevention
latory provisions are adhered to and guarantee
rather than reaction.
maximum integrity and reliability. Our staff are
strictly forbidden to accept personal financial
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Data Protection
gifts or payments from guests or to participate
State-of-the-art alarm systems, entry checks,
in any gaming activities themselves. Guests are
video surveillance, smoke detectors, motion de-
not permitted to use any technical aids. Casino
tectors and direct links to the Police and Fire
inventory and equipment is locked and secured
Departments have long been standard in every
outside gaming hours. Attempts to manipulate
Casinos Austria AG casino. The clear focus of
gaming activities are prevented using motion de-
their use lies in protecting our customers and
tectors and alarm systems. Mobile inventory and
their privacy: the Austrian Gaming Act specifi-
equipment (e.g. cards and dice) are also stored
cally binds Casinos Austria to a duty of absolute
in a secure location and carefully checked at regular
confidentiality regarding guests and their gam-
intervals.

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report ’08 | Sponsoring
Sponsoring | report ’08
Big Spender
Casinos Austria, Austrian Lotteries and tipp3 have been active sponsors of social, cultural
and sporting activities for decades. In 2008 alone, they contributed over 70 million euro
to good causes.
A
few things were a little different about the
sors like Casinos Austria and Austrian Lotteries,”
Vienna Opera Ball this year. Above all the
says Dagmar Schratter, Director of Schönbrunn Zoo
expectations of the media and the general pub-
in Vienna. The Casinos Austria Group’s deep com-
lic. There were even some who dared to suggest
mitment to social causes stretches back over 40
that it might be time for this grand society event
years. It has supported the ORF children’s charity
to take its final bow. But they were mistaken. The
initiative Licht ins Dunkel since 1990, the Bregenzer
2009 Opera Ball again attracted a great deal of
Festspiele (“Bregenz Festival”) since 1980 and the
interest, and this year’s guests were again treated
Wiener Festwochen (“Vienna Festival”) since 1968,
Albertina Museum –
“Monet to Picasso: The Batliner Collection"
to a whole host of musical, culinary and enter-
i.e. for 41 years. “I really value our strong and fair
Arnold Schönberg Center
tainment delights.
partnership with Casinos Austria,” confirms Festi-
Austrian Mountain Rescue Service
val Director Luc Bondy, emphasizing in particular
Austrian National Library
the company’s “immense sense of loyalty”. David
era Ball Casino” either, one of the permanent fea-
Pountney, Director of the Bregenz Festival, is also
tures of a successful ball night. In the magnificent
quick to praise: “Casinos Austria’s long-term com-
setting of the Schwindfoyer – a beautiful hall hung
mitment has been instrumental in the success of
with oil paintings after sketches by Austrian art-
the Bregenz Festival.” Over the years, Casinos Aus-
Burgtheater Vienna
ist Moritz von Schwind – Casinos Austria offered
tria’s “Casino on Tour” events have also helped to
Cancer Research Initiative
ball-goers an exciting introduction to our extensive
raise money for numerous charities. In 2008 alone,
Cardinal König Prize for Visual Arts
gaming mix. But something was different about
this mobile casino raised 107,502 euro for chari-
the casino this year too. Whereas in previous years
table organizations at 389 events across the whole
Caritas – Haus Immanuel for Mothers and Children
in Need
guests had played for money, this year’s casino
of Austria.
Austrian Red Cross
Boltzmann Institute – European Research Fellowship
Bregenz Festival
Bruno Kreisky Prize
European Forum Alpbach
Figl Stiftung
were fantastic non-cash prizes – including a trip
In 2008, the Group’s contributions to good causes
for two to Australia – with all donations to the pro-
(including its sponsorship of sports) totaled over
ceedings going to charity.
70 million euro, contributions which cannot be
Gala “Nacht des Sports” (“Night of Sport”)
Helene Partik-Pablé Project to Help the Disabled
Jazz Fest Wien (“Vienna Jazz Festival”)
Licht ins Dunkel
calculated in strictly tangible terms alone, e.g. re-
“Living with Cancer” Initiative
In these times of economic doom and gloom, the
turn on investment. So while good fortune is the
Nestroy Theater Prize
company decided to take this opportunity to set a
focus of our business activities, the Group also
Schönbrunn Zoo Vienna
good example.
puts great effort into helping the less fortunate
SOS Children’s Villages Charity Gala
in society, contributing to public health and sup-
Spanish Riding School Vienna
Both Casinos Austria and Austrian Lotteries em-
porting the Arts to ensure that as broad an audi-
Tag des Sports (“Austrian Day of Sport”)
brace the goal of providing help to those causes
ence as possible has access to works of art and
tipp3-Bundesliga
that will put the money to best use – causes that will
cultural events.
Vienna Economic Forum
Vienna Festival
benefit society as a whole. They provide extensive
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Austrian Olympic Committee
And nobody had to do without the popular “Op-
was run entirely for a good cause. Up for grabs
Karl Stoss with Wolfgang Kopetzky – Secretary General of the Austrian Red Cross
SELECTED PROJECTS
Vienna State Opera
support, for example, to public organizations which
The companies in the Casinos Austria Group take
rely on sponsorship funding to continue their good
their social responsibility and their role as good
Vienna University of Economics and
Business Administration
work. “We put a lot of effort into projects like the
corporate citizens very seriously and willingly ac-
Volkstheater Vienna
Giant Panda Project, which help protect endangered
cept and embrace their moral duty to help others.
Workers Samaritan Federation Austria
species. Many of these projects would not be pos-
The accompanying PR benefits, while not irrele-
WWF
sible without the long-term support of loyal spon-
vant, definitely take second place.

Cooperation with the Burgtheater in Vienna – “Row 13 for 13 euro”
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report ’08 | Employees
Employees | report ’08
A Winning Team
Qualified personnel is one of the most valuable assets a service provider can have.
The Casinos Austria Group has a winning team of 13,532 highly qualified employees,
who make a huge contribution to its success.
F
or the staff in the Casinos Austria Group, 2008
online gaming segments – which would otherwise
was a year of change. The introduction of a
have necessitated the recruitment of additional
new streamlined organizational structure meant
staff – could thus be predominantly covered using
many of them found themselves in new or slightly
existing internal resources.
altered roles and facing new challenges.
The Casinos Austria Group employed on average
Casinos Austria naturally made every possible
a total of 13,532 people in 2008, 2,332 of them
effort to ensure employees received the support
in Austria.
they needed during this change process – through
a specially designed Change Management Pro-
All our employees have access to – and make
gram and a series of workshops initiated and run
active use of – our comprehensive range of in-
by our Human Resources department in collabo-
house and external training and further educa-
ration with external experts.
tion programs.
There was much speculation in the press that
People like working for the Casinos Austria Group.
the streamlining of processes within the Group
The average length of service currently stands at
EMPLOYEES BY COMPANY *
might lead to a wave of redundancies. But this
around ten years, and Casinos Austria even has a
Casinos Austria**
was never the intention behind the strategy and,
large number of employees who have been with
Casinos Austria International
of course, never happened. New projects like the
the company for 30 years or more. Each and every
Austrian Lotteries
442
Austrian Lotteries market launch in the Russian
one of them has a wealth of experience and know-
Entertainment GmbH
138
Republic of Bashkortostan and the expansion of
how, and this is unquestionably a winning factor in
our business activities in the sports betting and
our corporate success.
1,752
Group Total
11,200
13,532

Annual average full-time equivalents
incl. CAGAST, CAST, CCB and CALL
*
**
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report ’08 | Events
Events | report ’08
In the Spotlight
Bond Fever hits Bregenz
Several scenes from the latest James Bond movie “Quantum of Solace”
Casinos Austria also enjoys a long-standing reputation as a leading event organizer. Our
were filmed on location in Bregenz. The film’s release saw the town once
casinos host literally hundreds of events every year – from art exhibitions, fashion shows,
again transformed into a film set, with Casino Bregenz playing a starring
role in the main 007 party. Five gaming tables added to the excitement and
cabaret performances and concerts through to conferences and charity galas. Our range
flair of the event with guests enjoying a round of Roulette, Blackjack or
of exciting gaming tournaments also proved immensely popular with national and interna-
Poker along with a well-mixed drink – naturally shaken not stirred.
tional guests alike in 2008, while “Casino on Tour”, our mobile casino, traveled to around
400 events around the country to help raise funds for good causes.
1
Undine Awards Gala at Grand Casino Baden
1
2
2
3
1. Klaus Maria Brandauer and István Szabó; 2. Cosma Shiva Hagen and Klaus Eberhartinger; 3. Ann-Kathrin Kramer, Harald Krassnitzer, Governor of Lower Austria Erwin Pröll and Karl Merkatz
The highly-prized Undine Awards were presented to young, talented actors and actresses for the fifth year in succession at a glamorous, high-profile
3
1. Croupier Andreas Haider at the Blackjack table; 2. Croupier Belinda Bischofsberger at the Poker table; 3. 007 lights up the Festival Hall
Casino Graz at the Opera Redoute
gala ceremony in Grand Casino Baden on 25 October 2008. Numerous film and TV stars attended the prestigious event, paying tribute to the achievements of the award-winning young actors as they presented the coveted awards.
The atmosphere evokes memories of the glory days of the Austrian
monarchy – ladies elegant in their glamorous evening gowns and
gentlemen suitably attired in tuxedos or tailcoats. For the last ten
years, the Opera House in Graz glitters with all the pomp and cir-
“Casino Ladies’ Night” at WTA
Tennis Tournament
The second annual “Gastein Ladies” WTA
(Women’s Tennis Association) tennis tournament
cumstance of this bygone age when it becomes host to the annual
Opera Redoute. In the midst of all this glamour, the Casino Graz
Champagne Lounge and French Roulette table became the place to
be seen at the 2008 event and a welcome spot for friends of the
casino to gather and enjoy their good fortune until the early hours.
with prize monies of $175,000 was held in July
2008 in Bad Gastein. The world-class starting
field, including two Top 20 players, Agnes Szavay
and Alize Cornet, generated huge media interest.
On day three of the tournament, Casino Bad
Gastein invited players, VIPs and sponsors to
a “Casino Ladies’ Night”. After stocking up on
those all-important carbohydrates at a special
1
2
1. ( l. to r.): Ex-Davis Cup player Markus Hipfl, Tournament Director Sandra Reichel, Tournament Spokesperson Judith Wiesner-Floimair, Casino Director Michael Leczek and Felix Gottwald; 2. Blackjack Tournament at Casino Bad Gastein. Casino
Director Michael Leczek with Austrian tennis players Melanie Klaffner, Patricia Mayr and Yvonne Meusburger (l. to r.)
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“Pasta Party”, the tennis ladies were treated to
some great gaming entertainment: with aces of
a rather different kind calling the shots in a fun
Blackjack Tournament.
1
2
1. & 2. Guests at the Opera Redoute in Graz enjoyed trying their luck at the Roulette table
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Football Legends at
Casino Innsbruck
Big Changes in Kleinwalsertal
Casino Kleinwalsertal celebrated its successful interior redesign with
There were lots of famous faces to
a glittering reopening party on 12 December 2008. Warm materials,
be seen at Casino Innsbruck in the
soft leather, exquisite fabrics and sweeping forms define the new look
weeks before and during the UEFA
and give the casino a real lounge-like atmosphere. A further addition
EURO
Football
to the look is the casino’s new multipurpose event room – the per-
Championship. Pictures speak lou-
fect venue for all manner of events: from seminars to cabaret shows.
der than words ...
The “old” restaurant gave way to a spacious, modern Casineum event
2008
European
room. The blazing log fire in the gaming area is the sole reminder of
the former rustic interior.
1
3
14
1
2
5
1. Carina Mauthner and TV presenter Michael Kriess with ex-national team players Gischi Westerthaler and Werner Kriess and two casino guests; 2. World Cup 1998 goalkeeping hero Davor Suker was also a welcome guest at Casino Innsbruck; 3. Tyrolean midfielder Clemens Walch, who transferred to VfB Stuttgart prior to the European Championship, with Casino Director
Kurt Steger and his new team jersey; 4. Tyrol and Innsbruck UEFA EURO 2008 ambassador Hansi Müller with Kurt Steger on the “Tyrol:08 pitch” in front of the casino; 5. Klaus Lindenberger (Austrian Football Association goalkeeping trainer), Michael Rummenigge and Kurt Steger enjoy a VIP table football match
2
3
1. (l. to r.): Mayor Werner Strohmaier, Casino Director Gerhard Steurer and Casinos Austria Director General Karl Stoss at the opening ceremony; 2. Music by “harry and the nicknames”;
3.The new-look Casino Kleinwalsertal
First Among 1,503 Players
One of the gaming highlights of 2008 at Casinos Austria was un-
The Prettiest Girl in Tyrol
doubtedly “Beat’em all” – Europe’s largest live Poker tournament. A
total of 1,503 contestants battled it out in the electrifying final on
In 2008, the final of the Miss Tyrol beauty pageant
30 November in Casino Linz, with Eduard Farkashazy from Vienna
was again held at Casino Kitzbühel. In a whole se-
ultimately emerging the victor over the other eight finalists to take
ries of heats from the Ötztal Valley to East Tyrol,
home the lion’s share of the 142,785 euro pot. By popular demand,
candidates from across the state gave their best
the highly successful “Beat’em all” tournament will definitely be
as they endeavored to qualify for the Grand Final.
back in 2009.
Having taken to the catwalk to show off their curves in the evening wear and swimwear sections, the
young ladies later revealed their inner values in the
ever-popular “Personality Show”.
The celebrity jury finally reached a unanimous
decision: Marina Schneider was officially named
the prettiest girl in Tyrol. And as if this wasn’t
enough, she then headed off east to pick up the
Miss Austria title as well at the Magna Racino in
Ebreichsdorf.
Miss Tyrol and Miss Austria 2008, Marina Schneider, with runners-up
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1
2
1. Casino Director Josef Kneifl with tournament winner Eduard Farkashazy and Poker Manager Edgar Stuchly; 2. This photo was taken before Farkashazy (r.) secured his victory
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Fête Blanche in Velden
Charity Fashion Event in Salzburg
Fête Blanche – the summer party at Lake Wörthersee – once again attracted thousands of party-goers to Carinthia. True to its motto, Casino Velden
On 30 September 2008, seven well-known fema-
hosted a spectacular “All in White” party in the Casineum with live music
le entrepreneurs hosted a Charity Fashion Cocktail
and an exquisite gala dinner.
event in the historic Salzburg Residenz in aid of the
“Salzburg Breast Cancer Initiative”. A regular supporter of “Pink Ribbon” events, Casino Salzburg
also provided them with a Roulette table for the
evening. In addition to the stunning fashion show,
good food and excellent entertainment, more than
300 guests were also invited to “Faites vos jeux”,
1
to boost the total amount raised by the evening’s
festivities.
Anton Graf (President of the Salzburg Cancer Aid Association), Karin Pilz (Marketing & Sales), Kurt Pipal (Casino Director)
2
Seefeld Crowns the Baccara World Champion
3
1. Thousands kept to the white dress code at the Fête Blanche; 2. Casino Director Othmar Resch with Chef de Cuisine Marcel Vanic and staff; 3. The Fête Blanche Party on
the square in front of the casino
From 3 to 5 October 2008, Casino Seefeld hosted the Baccara World Championship for the 10th
time. Top players from around the world flocked to the casino to battle it out once again for the
title of “Baccara World Champion”. In addition to the coveted title, the winner of this year’s event
was also presented with the new “Ring of the Master” top prize, a stunning ring worth over 10,000
1
Poker in a Noble Setting
euro, specially created for the Baccara World Championship by local jewelry designer Armbruster
from the Tiroler Schmuckkastl.
Casino Wien has a new attraction. On 19 November 2008, Austria’s
1
busiest casino opened its very own Poker Lounge. Architect Michael
Manzenreiter – of Vienna Opera Ball fame – and his team had just
three weeks to transform the former 2nd floor bistro into an exquisite,
professional and welcoming Poker room. The results clearly speak for
themselves. The fun opening event was attended by colleagues, friends
of the casino, Poker fans and numerous journalists.
2
3
1. The “Ring of the Master” worth over 10,000 euro has already become a cult object; 2. (l. to r.): Casino Director Ernst Hubmann, World Champion 2008 Giuseppe Cascetta with the
Casino Seefeld Baccara Team: Marco Peer, Erwin Serloth, Ronald Bösch; 3. Competitors enjoy some local customs
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2
3
4
1. The new Poker lounge; 2. Cool, yet still cozy; 3. The Poker Lounge Dream Team (l. to r.): Casino Director Reinhard Deiring, Casinos Austria Poker Manager Edgar Stuchly, Architect
Michael Manzenreiter and Construction Contractor Markus Spiegelfeld; 4. Heinz Dobcak (Croupier Casino Baden) with Ines Benisch (Marketing Service & Sponsoring)
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report ’08 | Supervisory Board
Financial Statements 2008 | report ’08
Supervisory Board Report
In its meetings, the Supervisory Board continued to perform the functions incumbent upon it pursuant
to statutory provisions and the Articles of Association. The Board of Directors provided regular reports
on the current business situation. The Casinos Austria AG annual financial statements and management
report were audited by the official auditors appointed at the Annual General Meeting on 4 April 2008,
BDO Auxilia Treuhand Gesellschaft m.b.H. and KPMG Austria Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft m.b.H. This
audit raised no grounds for objection. The auditors have therefore confirmed that the Casinos Austria AG
annual financial statements and management report comply with statutory provisions. The Supervisory
Board confirms that it concurs with the Board of Directors’ management report and the proposed distribution of profits and that it formally approves the Casinos Austria AG annual financial statements, which
are hereby adopted pursuant to Section 125 of the Austrian Stock Corporation Act (Aktiengesetz). Furthermore, the Supervisory Board recommends that said audit firms, BDO Auxilia Treuhand Gesellschaft
m.b.H. and KPMG Austria Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft m.b.H., also be appointed auditors for the
Company and
Consolidated
Financial Statements
2008
2009 business year at the Annual General Meeting.
The Supervisory Board
Walter Rothensteiner (Chairman)
Vienna, 27 March 2009
SUPERVISORY BOARD
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Walter Rothensteiner
President, Director General
(Chairman)
Dietmar Spranz
Vice President, Director General
(1st Deputy Chairman)
until April 2008
Kurt Meyer
(1st Deputy Chairman)
from April 2008
Günter Geyer
(2nd Deputy Chairman)
Maria Theresia Bablik
Vice President
(3rd Deputy Chairman)
Leo Wallner
Vice President
(4th Deputy Chairman)
State Commissioners
Director General, Helmut Jonas
Representatives of the Central Works Council
Under-Secretary Alfred Lejsek
Director General, Konstantin Klien
Jürgen Nachbaur (Works Council Chairman),
Alfred Katterl
Director, Gerald Neuber
Dieter Löw, Christian Holz, Peter Löb (until April
Franz Philipp Sutter
Attorney-at-Law, Thomas Schröfl
2008), Manfred Schönbauer, Maciej Turkiewicz
Members of the Supervisory Board
President (ret.), Adolf Wala
(until April 2008), Christian Hampejs (from April
Vice Governor, Wolfgang Duchatczek
Director Peter Zöllner
2008), Werner Lieber (from April 2008)
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report ’08 | Financial Statements 2008
Financial Statements as at 31 December 2008 - Casinos Austria AG
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2008
ASSETS
A.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2008
EUR
EUR
2007
in TEUR
Long Term Assets
A.
I. Intangible assets
1. Concessions and other rights
2. Advance payments
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
EUR
7,684
351,360.00
0
6,426,835.11
1. Legal reserves
2. Other reserves (voluntary reserves)
III. Balance sheet profit, thereof profit brought forward from previous
year EUR 2,828,825.44 (31.12.2007: TEUR 223)
8,010
2. Other equipment, fixtures, furniture and office equipment
37,619,910.29
39,690
520,034.50
542
3. Advance payments and construction in progress
50,620,622.86
48,242
III. Financial assets
1. Investments in affiliated companies
2. Investments in other companies
3. Long-term securities
4. Other loans
B.
456,722,601.72
492,592
255,222.23
211
9,765,242.83
10,911
581,995.92
680
4,000,000.00
4,000
23,250
3. Other receivables and assets
II. Cash on hand and in banks, checks
C.
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Prepaid Expenses
27,250
5,638,402.26
8,429
80,238,402.26
75,679
Provisions
1. Provision for severance payments
17,588,002.00
15,325
2. Provision for pensions
16,120,700.00
16,535
3. Other provisions
18,049,475.84
21,707
51,758,177.84
C.
53,567
Liabilities
1. Bonds
150,000,000.00
0
169,580,052.08
171,980
504,394
2. Bank loans and overdrafts
524,372,520.67
560,320
3. Accounts payable – trade
10,230,942.05
9,064
4. Accounts payable – affiliated companies
60,280,326.15
57,615
952,248.35
1,317
76,064,962.70
223,844
5. Accounts payable – associated companies
I. Receivables and other current assets
2. Accounts receivable – affiliated companies
B.
34,600,000.00
467,325,062.70
Current Assets
1. Accounts receivable – trade
40,000
30,600,000.00
II. Tangible assets
12,480,678.07
40,000,000.00
II. Reserves from retained earnings
7,684
1. Property, coincident rights and buildings, including buildings
on third party property, thereof property EUR 7,036,803.41
(31.12.2007; TEUR 2,322)
2007
in TEUR
Equity
I. Capital stock
6,075,475.11
EUR
795,050.43
2,133
7,106,305.13
1,832
44,650,598.72
6. Other payables, thereof taxes EUR 18,144,768.99 (31.12.2007:
TEUR 18,099), thereof social security EUR 3,279,389.82
(31.12.2007: TEUR 3,087)
2,680
52,551,954.28
6,645
22,845,625.56
26,364
75,397,579.84
33,009
2,433,080.14
3,008
602,203,180.65
596,337
D.
Deferred Income
Contingent liabilities
467,108,531.33
463,820
3,098,069.22
3,271
602,203,180.65
596,337
61,836.97
63
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Income Statement for 2008 - Casinos Austria AG
INCOME STATEMENT FOR 2008
INCOME STATEMENT FOR 2008
EUR
1. Gross gaming revenues
2. Gaming taxes and other gaming related taxes
3. Net gaming revenues
4. Other operating income
EUR
2007
in TEUR
281,100,040.15
277,201
-108,735,338.56
-107,547
172,364,701.59
169,654
10,976,169.98
11,936
-7,059,783.39
-6,895
-70,960,763.04
-71,824
-3,485,921.99
-2,027
d) Expenses for pensions
-12,789,947.63
-10,367
e) Social security costs and payroll-related taxes
-20,598,121.74
-19,695
-1,248,674.25
-1,144
b) Salaries
c) Expenses for severance payments
f) Other expenses for employee benefits
-116,143,212.04
6. Depreciation, amortization
-11,583,843.44
-111,952
-10,717
b) Other expenses
8. Operating result = sub-total items 1 to 7
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33,133,587.79
22,437
10. Interest income of long term investments and loans
703,197.08
751
11. Other interest income and similar income
701,561,41
455
81,303.08
0
-2,894,590.40
-2,722
-18,775,038.37
-1,596
12,950,020.59
19,325
4,627,856.82
14,328
0.00
-9,795
9. Income from investments, thereof affiliated companies
EUR 33,099,269.78 (2007: TEUR 22,308)
13. Expenses from financial assets
a) Depreciation of financial assets EUR 1,146,000.00 (2007: TEUR 484)
b) Other expenses – financial assets and temporary investments
EUR 1,748,590.40 (2007: TEUR 2,237)
14. Interest and similar charges, thereof affiliated companies
EUR 4,083,435.08 (2007: TEUR 1,518)
15. Financial result = sub-total items 9 to 14
16. Profit on ordinary activities
17. Extraordinary result
18. Income taxes
7. Other operating expenses
a) Taxes not included in items 2 and 18
2007
in TEUR
12. Income from the disposal and write-up of financial assets
5. Personnel expenses
a) Wages
EUR
EUR
-201,173.21
-155
-63,734,806.65
-63,763
-63,935,979.86
-63,918
-8,322,163.77
-4,997
19. Net income after taxes
5,531,720.00
3,673
10,159,576.82
8,206
-7,350,000.00
0
2,809,576.82
8,206
20. Allocation to reserves from retained earnings
other reserves (voluntary reserves)
21. Annual income
22. Profit brought forward from previous year
2,828,825.44
223
23. Balance sheet profit
5,638,402.26
8,429
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Consolidated Income Statement for 2008
Consolidated Balance Sheet as at 31 December 2008
CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT FOR 2008
Sales
Lottery and sports betting payouts
Gross gaming revenues
Gaming taxes and other taxes
Net gaming revenues
Other operating income
Personnel expenses
Depreciation and amortization
Other operating expenses
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2008
2008
in EUR
2007
in TEUR
2,960,054,734.60
2,642,825
-1,774,207,947.28
-1,511,489
1,185,846,787.32
1,131,336
-576,983,254.21
-552,917
608,863,533.11
578,419
69,367,809.25
47,445
-273,635,479.40
-256,654
-50,880,772.35
-44,043
ASSETS
Cash assets
Financial assets
31.12.2007
in TEUR
172,403,533.58
150,628
12,775,726.22
47,460
Receivables and other assets
120,461,452.10
63,060
Total Current Assets
305,640,711.90
261,148
Tangible assets
282,703,769.30
315,449
25,400,000.00
0
283,964,736.12
281,450
46,875,529.20
66,767
Investment property
Goodwill
Other intangible assets
-316,178,525.79
-301,621
Investments in associated companies
156,204,974.27
163,614
Income from associated companies
24,172,816.98
33,093
Other financial assets
184,426,240.25
192,021
Operating result before restructuring expenses
61,709,381.80
56,639
Deferred tax assets
16,434,904.21
13,957
-4,000,000.00
-6,990
3,117,009.24
4,992
57,709,381.80
49,649
999,127,162.59
1,038,250
1,304,767,874.49
1,299,398
86,560,884.87
53,709
Restructuring expenses
Operating result
Financial income
15,591,686.52
14,781
Financial expenses
-42,188,806.03
-23,598
Financial result
-26,597,119.51
-8,817
31,112,262.29
40,832
3,821,895.31
519
Net income
34,934,157.60
41,351
Attributable to equity holders of the parent
20,260,193.92
26,809
Attributable to minority interest
14,673,963.68
14,542
34,934,157.60
41,351
Profit before taxes
Income taxes
Other long-term assets
Total Non-Current Assets
Total ASSETS
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Short-term loans
Trade payables
22,189,649.78
22,733
Provisions
68,095,179.85
68,053
Tax liabilities
56,793,832.37
61,004
Other current liabilities
148,921,490.74
276,223
Total Current Liabilities
382,561,037.61
481,722
Long-term loans
611,747,879.51
498,518
Provisions for employee entitlements
58,922,973.00
54,356
Provisions for deferred taxes
10,892,402.03
11,195
Other long-term provisions
3,547,935.80
2,148
39,916,374.52
41,502
725,027,564.86
607,719
Share capital
40,000,000.00
40,000
Other reserves and retained earnings
89,943,743.64
73,036
Revaluation reserves
16,853,350.16
0
-1,276,500.00
0
Other long-term liabilities
Total Non-Current Liabilities
Unrealized losses on financial instruments
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Minority interest
Total Equity
Total LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
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31.12.2008
in EUR
-27,964,227.32
-8,611
117,556,366.48
104,425
79,622,905.54
105,532
197,179,272.02
209,957
1,304,767,874.49
1,299,398
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