Press Release January 12, 2007

Austrian Gaming Industries GmbH strengthens commercial team

Austrian Gaming Industries GmbH (AGI), the wholly owned subsidiary of the Novomatic Group of Companies has significantly strengthened its international commercial team with the appointment of Jordi Pedragosa.

While supporting the entire commercial team, Pedragosa - who will operate from a base in Barcelona, Spain - has a strong technical background and also brings specific expertise to assist AGI’s growth in Spanish-speaking markets.

Jens Halle, Managing Director AGI, said: “This a significant strategic appointment for Austrian Gaming Industries. Jordi Pedragosa is a highly respected member of the international gaming community and he will be a key element of our team. As AGI’s progression into Latin American markets continues to gather pace Jordi’s knowledge and professionalism will have a huge impact. I am delighted to welcome him to the Novomatic family and wish him every success for the future.”

Jordi Pedragosa commented: “It is a great pleasure for me to be invited to join one of the most respected organisations in world gaming. I am looking forward to the challenges ahead and I am eagerly anticipating joining the AGI team at the ICE show in London.”

Jordi Pedragosa can be contacted at: jpedragosa@novomatic.com

Contact information:
Andrea Lehner
Marketing Assistance & Communications
AUSTRIAN GAMING INDUSTRIES GMBH
Phone: +43 2252 606 415
E-mail: alehner@novomatic.com