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MERKUR Casino UK
Milestones
2007: Establishment of Praesepe
2012: Acquisition by the Gauselmann Group (now MERKUR GROUP)
2020: Introduction of the brand MERKUR SLOTS
2021: Company name changed to MERKUR CASINO UK
2023: Opening of the first live gaming location of the MERKUR CASINO brand in Aberdeen
MERKUR CASINO UK, which still operated as Praesepe until the beginning of 2021, has been an important part of the MERKUR GROUP since 2012. The company has grown steadily through acquisitions and now operates more than 230 gaming and leisure venues in the UK under the MERKUR CASHINO and MERKUR SLOTS brands. In connection with a transaction volume of about 150 million euros, the takeover is considered the largest acquisition in the history of the MERKUR GROUP. With around 1,800 employees, MERKUR CASINO UK is a heavyweight in the British gaming industry.
The branches are particularly specialised in the area of slot gaming and are very successful with this concept. 2018 also saw the launch of the “Future Venues” project, which initiated the nationwide transformation to state-of-the-art gaming venues and thus plays a pioneering role in the industry.
2 facts about MERKUR CASINO UK
- Fun for the whole family: MERKUR CASINO UK also operates a series of family entertainment centres that are equipped with innovative technology. In addition to video and racing games, bowling is also provided in these centres.
- New brand: MERKUR CASINO UK has once again strengthened its presence in the UK city centers with the launch of MERKUR SLOTS. The state-of-the-art gaming venues offer guests a holistic gaming experience around casino.