Brightstar Lottery has agreed a long-term contract to provide its lottery products to Lotterywest in Western Australia.
The agreement will see Brightstar convert a competitor’s technology to its central lottery system for draw-based and instant ticket games.
The supplier will also deliver 775 new retailer terminals and various software solutions to streamline the lottery’s back-office operations, and also provide website and mobile applications as part of the digital solution being delivered to Lotterywest.
Brightstar has been awarded a 19-year contract, which consists of a nine-year base term, followed by one four-year and two three-year extension options.
“The replacement of Lotterywest’s gaming system is part of our ongoing commitment to modernizing our operations to support players and retailers, ensuring ongoing returns to the Western Australia community,” said Lotterywest CEO Colin Smith. “The new gaming system was critical to protecting and sustaining Lotterywest’s rich history and the community impact it has delivered for the past 92 years. This investment will provide us with a fit-for-purpose lottery gaming system allowing us to continue to evolve and innovate.”
Marco Tasso, Brightstar chief operating officer International and Italy operations, commented: “Throughout its 90-plus years, Lotterywest has established itself as forward-thinking lottery, committed to responsibly growing sales and making a positive impact on its communities.
“Brightstar is excited to support Lotterywest in its next chapter by introducing our premier technology and comprehensive product solutions, to help shape the future of lottery in Western Australia and support responsible growth.”
Australian lottery provider Jumbo Interactive will work with Brightstar as a subcontractor to provide components of the solution.
Jumbo’s existing SaaS agreement with Lotterywest, through which Jumbo operates the “Lotterywest by OzLotteries” digital channel, remains unchanged.
The transition from Lotterywest’s existing platform to the new Brightstar-led solution will be executed in phases, with go-live currently targeted for Q3 2027.
Shares in Brightstar Lottery plc (NYSE:BRSL) gained 2.42 per cent to close at $16.06 per share in New York Thursday, while shares in Jumbo Interactive Ltd (ASX:JIN) closed 1.65 per cent higher at A$11.11 per share in Sydney Friday.