Pollard Banknote Awarded Contract by the National Lottery of Belgium to Deliver Omnichannel Gaming Platform

Executive Summary

• Pollard Banknote Limited secured a €177 million (CAD $289 million) 12‑year contract with the National Lottery of Belgium to deliver and operate its next‑generation Catalyst™ omnichannel gaming platform.
• The agreement marks the first omnichannel deployment of the Catalyst platform for Loterie Nationale, covering draw games, instant tickets, retail and online channels.
• The deal underscores Pollard Banknote’s strategic expansion in digital lottery services and is expected to generate significant long‑term revenue growth.

Key Details

• Contract Value: Approximately €177 million (CAD $289 million).
• Term: 12 years, effective immediately upon award.
• Scope of Services: Design, delivery, and operation of a cloud‑native, microservices‑based gaming platform that includes:
• Omnichannel Central Gaming System for retail & digital sales.
• Player Account Management (wallets, preferences).
• Player Engagement Technology for responsible long‑term value creation.
• Game Aggregation Bridge to integrate multiple game providers.
• Instant Ticket Management System for warehousing and distribution.
• Integrated Marketing Engagement Platform for personalized player experiences.
• Strategic Significance: First omnichannel rollout of Pollard’s Catalyst™ platform; strengthens the company’s position as a global digital lottery innovator.
• Historical Relationship: Partnership with Loterie Nationale dates to 1998; primary instant ticket supplier since 2005.
• Financial Impact: Expected to contribute materially to revenue and earnings over the contract life, reflecting a positive material development for shareholders.

Notable Quotes

“This award represents a significant milestone in Pollard Banknote's history,” said Doug Pollard, Co‑Chief Executive Officer. “By choosing Catalyst to power its core operations, Loterie Nationale has not only placed its trust in us, but has also endorsed our vision for the future of lottery innovation.”