Pollard named primary contractor for Scratchers

Executive Summary

• Pollard Banknote Ltd. was awarded the primary contract by the California Lottery to supply Scratchers instant‑ticket products and related services, commencing Dec 1 2025.
• The agreement runs for an initial six‑year term with an option to extend up to six additional years, positioning Pollard as the provider of roughly 70 % of the lottery’s Scratchers portfolio.
• The contract expands a 25‑year secondary‑supplier relationship and is expected to generate significant incremental revenue for Pollard while supporting California’s public‑education funding mission.

Key Details

• Contract Scope: Primary contractor for all Scratchers games and related services; anticipated delivery of ~70 % of the lottery’s Scratchers volume over the contract life.
• Term & Extension: Initial six‑year term starting Dec 1 2025, with a renewal option for up to six additional years.
• Historical Relationship: Pollard has been a secondary supplier for >25 years, printing most Crossword games and the top‑selling “Mystery Crossword” which has generated >$6 billion since launch.
• Revenue Impact: While exact financial terms were not disclosed, the primary‑contract status and 70 % volume share imply a material uplift to Pollard’s North‑American instant‑ticket business.
• Strategic Benefits: Access to full suite of Pollard innovations—including print technology, licensed promotions, retail sales initiatives, portfolio optimization, digital iLottery platform, and analytics—aimed at growing the lottery’s ticket sales and education funding.
• California Lottery Context: The lottery has contributed >$46 billion to California public‑education since 1985 and returns ~95 cents of each dollar spent to the community.

Notable Quotes

“We are extremely excited to expand our relationship with one of the largest and most successful lotteries in the world,” said Doug Pollard, co‑CEO, Pollard Banknote.
“This expansion into the role of primary contractor marks an exciting new chapter…we look forward to many more years of shared success providing fun and engaging entertainment to Californians.”