LAS VEGAS, Oct. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Konami Gaming, Inc.
has received an intent to award a contract for its SYNKROS® casino
management system, from Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:
CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world's largest leisure travel company as the
core gaming solution for its portfolio of 100+ ships across the
globe. Konami's SYNKROS will provide systems hardware and
software for all Carnival Corporation ships, which include Carnival
Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Seabourn, AIDA
Cruises, Costa Cruises, Cunard, P&O Cruises (Australia), and P&O Cruises (UK). New
build ships are also expected to be included in implementation as
it progresses.
"The decision by Carnival Corporation to introduce a new casino
management solution is consistent with our vision to drive the
greatest vacation experience for our guests and long-term value for
each brand in our portfolio," said Marty
Goldman, Senior Vice President, Global Casino Operations, at
Carnival Corporation & plc. "Our goal was to find a
solution that not only satisfies the complex requirements of
operating over 100 sailing global casinos, but also provide a
robust infrastructure and agile functionality to appropriately
foster future innovation."
SYNKROS will help centralize marketing, reporting, analytics,
accounting, and operational considerations for casino systems
across Carnival Corporation's global portfolio of brands.
Implementation is scheduled to begin next year, setting in motion a
strategic installation program that will ultimately reach the
entire Carnival Corporation casino portfolio.
"From a technical standpoint, SYNKROS' core architecture and
advanced functionality provides our organization the optimal casino
systems environment to achieve our goals and enhance the guest
experience. In addition, Konami has the strong company culture and
customer focus that we believe is best suited for a long-term
partnership," said Goldman.
"SYNKROS is known for delivering incredibly flexible and stable
systems solutions to operators with a variety of unique business
needs, from ocean cruise lines to multi-property resorts," said
Tom Jingoli, executive vice
president & chief commercial officer at Konami Gaming, Inc.
"Carnival Corporation is a global leader of consumer travel
technology, and we are committed to supporting the future of casino
gaming across their fleet."
Those interested in learning more about SYNKROS' award-winning
product suite are encouraged to visit www.konamigaming.com.
About Konami Gaming, Inc.
Konami Gaming, Inc. is a Las
Vegas-based subsidiary of KONAMI HOLDINGS CORPORATION (TSE:
9766). The company is a leading designer and manufacturer of slot
machines and casino management systems for the global gaming
market. For more information about Konami Gaming, Inc. or the
SYNKROS gaming enterprise management system, please visit
www.konamigaming.com.
Media Contact:
Tashina
Wortham
Marketing Communications Manager
702.419.6025
wortham0609@konamigaming.com
About Carnival Corporation & plc
Carnival Corporation & plc is the world's largest leisure
travel company and among the most profitable and financially strong
in the cruise and vacation industries, with a portfolio of 10
dynamic brands that include nine of the world's leading cruise
lines. With operations in North
America, Europe,
Australia and Asia, its portfolio features Carnival Cruise
Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Seabourn, AIDA
Cruises, Costa Cruises, Cunard, P&O Cruises (Australia), and P&O Cruises (UK).
Together, the corporation's cruise lines operate 103 ships with
231,000 lower berths visiting over 700 ports around the world, with
17 new ships scheduled to be delivered between 2018 and 2022.
Carnival Corporation & plc also operates Holland America
Princess Alaska Tours, the leading tour company in Alaska and the Canadian Yukon. Traded on both
the New York and London Stock
Exchanges, Carnival Corporation & plc is the only group in the
world to be included in both the S&P 500 and the FTSE 100
indices.
In 2017, Fast Company recognized Carnival Corporation as being
among the "Top 10 Most Innovative Companies" in both the design and
travel categories. Fast Company specifically recognized Carnival
Corporation for its work in developing Ocean Medallion™, a
high-tech wearable device that enables the world's first
interactive guest experience platform capable of transforming
vacation travel into a highly personalized and elevated level of
customized service.
Additional information can be found on www.carnival.com,
www.hollandamerica.com, www.princess.com, www.seabourn.com,
www.aida.de, www.costacruise.com, www.cunard.com,
www.pocruises.com.au, and www.pocruises.com.
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