Genting Group Launches Foray Into Online Gaming
Onlinecasino.org News | 02.07.2008 | 13:00:07 | Views: 1333 | Casino NewsWith a wealth of international gaming experience and expertise under their belts, The Genting Group has now taken the leap into the online world.
The Genting Group is a leading resort specialist with over 20 years experience, and owns several successful resorts and casinos around the world (including the UK, Malaysia, Americas and Australia). The group also owns 3 of the UK’s most popular land based casino chains – Circus, Mint and Maxims and is also the name behind five of London’s most prestigious gaming venues – Crockfords, Maxim’s Casino Club, The Colony Club, The Palm Beach and The Mint.
The new site, CircusCasino.com (which will be operated by Genting Stanley Alderney Limited, a Genting Group subsidiary) represents a “logical and important strategic step” as the company continues to expand in the UK.
"It is important for us to meet all the needs of our customers, including the growing demand to be able to play online from the comfort of their homes. It is a significant opportunity for us to leverage the heritage, expertise and reputation of our group brands," said Justin Tan, managing director for Genting International.
CircusCasino.com will be offering over 100 casino games (such as roulette, blackjack, pontoon, baccarat, craps and slots), cash poker games and tournament and will be powered by PlayTech. The site is available to players from around the world to play for fun however only those from the UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands will be able to deposit funds and play actual real money games.