Spintec secures federal licence in UAE and supplier licence in Ontario
Simultaneous approvals open UAE market and consolidate Ontario presence
Key Takeaways
- The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) granted Spintec a federal gaming-related vendor licence in the United Arab Emirates.
- The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) issued Spintec a gaming-related supplier licence for the province of Ontario.
- Spintec worked with partner Bet Rite during the Ontario application process to prepare North American market entry.
- Eilers & Krejcik Gaming's 2026 reports rank Spintec's electronic roulette as a leading system across multiple regions.
Spintec has received two key regulatory licences: a federal permit in the United Arab Emirates and a supplier licence in Ontario, Canada, both confirmed after extensive application processes. The approvals authorise the electronic gaming machine manufacturer to operate as an authorised supplier in regulated markets in 2026 and consolidate its global expansion.
Federal licence in the United Arab Emirates
The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA), the federal body with exclusive jurisdiction to regulate, licence and supervise commercial gaming in the United Arab Emirates, granted Spintec a "federal gaming-related vendor licence". This authorisation allows Spintec to establish formal supplier relationships with commercial operators licensed directly by the GCGRA. Spintec is among the first electronic gaming machine manufacturers to obtain federal licence holder status in the UAE. See the regulator's role in the sector at [regulation](/regulation).
Consolidated entry in Ontario and collaboration with Bet Rite
The company also completed regulatory requirements before the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and obtained a "gaming-related supplier licence" that permits it to supply in the province of Ontario. Ontario is described in the statement as a strictly regulated and competitive jurisdiction in North America; the provincial regulatory context is detailed at [regulation](/regulation).
"We cooperated with our partner Bet Rite in the licensing process in Ontario. We have invested a lot of effort into it, as it was extremely important for us," said Goran Sovilj, Chief Commercial Officer of Spintec.
Sovilj added that the Ontario licence will consolidate the partnership with Bet Rite and strengthen Spintec's presence in North America, while the UAE authorisation "opens new opportunities" in the Middle East.
Product performance and commercial context
The regulatory milestones coincide with market data that position Spintec's electronic roulette solution as a performance leader. According to Eilers & Krejcik Gaming's 2026 reports, Spintec's flagship roulette remains the most successful electronic roulette system in Western Europe, Central Europe, Latin America and North America. The company statement links that performance to its ability to support operators in dynamic markets during 2026 and beyond; product relevance is especially visible in the [casino](/casino) segment.
Practical implications
The two licences cover distinct scopes: the GCGRA grant is federal and enables relationships with operators licensed by that regulator in the UAE; the AGCO licence authorises Spintec as an approved supplier in the province of Ontario. The company worked with its partner Bet Rite during the Ontario process to complete the application and prepare market entry into North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
What licence did Spintec receive in the United Arab Emirates?
Spintec received a federal gaming-related vendor licence from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). The authorisation allows Spintec to establish supplier relationships with commercial operators licensed by the GCGRA in the UAE.
What authorisation did Spintec obtain in Ontario, Canada?
Spintec obtained a gaming-related supplier licence from the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). That licence permits Spintec to supply its products in the province of Ontario after meeting the regulator's requirements.
Who did Spintec collaborate with during the Ontario application?
Spintec collaborated with its partner Bet Rite during the Ontario licensing process. Goran Sovilj, Chief Commercial Officer of Spintec, said the cooperation was key to completing the application and consolidating the partnership in North America.
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Miguel Sandoval
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