As NOVOMATIC kicks off its 45th anniversary, company founder Prof. Johann F. Graf celebrates a historic 2023 for the group, with a 6.3% increase in revenue and the highest growth in gaming operations in its history. In his address, Graf highlights the global strength of the company, now present in 130 countries and the clear number one in Europe, while emphasizing the vital role played by NOVOMATIC’s more than 26,200 employees: "They are our most valuable asset." Looking ahead with optimism, the founder expresses his belief that NOVOMATIC's spirit of innovation, commitment to quality, and customer focus will continue to drive the group's future success.
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,
The 44th fiscal year since the founding of NOVOMATIC has not only met but clearly exceeded our expectations, despite a challenging economic environment: Group revenue was increased by 6.3%, reaching the highest level in the company’s history. What is particularly remarkable is that this growth has been seen across all regions. Above all, the Gaming Operations division developed particularly dynamically and contributed the largest share to this success. But the Gaming Technology segment also recorded good results.
Allow me to take a moment to look back: I founded NOVOMATIC in 1980 with just a handful of colleagues. Today, as we begin our 45th anniversary year, we are present in 130 countries worldwide as one of the leading gaming groups, and we are the clear number one in Europe. It is gratifying that even economically tougher phases have not been able to stop our unprecedented success. By taking early measures to optimize costs and increase efficiency, we have successfully mastered the challenges of recent years.
At this point, I would like to extend my special thanks to the Executive Board of the NOVOMATIC AG Group, the management team, and of course to all the employees who have successfully positioned our company for the future in recent years.
Our incredible success story is built on a solid foundation — it is our customers and guests who have placed their trust and loyalty in our group for so many decades. I am also convinced that our potential for success is far from exhausted.
As a leading developer of gaming technology and provider of premium gaming and sports betting services in the entertainment industry, we will continue to ensure satisfied customers and guests in the future — through technological leadership, first-class service, and our firm commitment to quality, creativity, and innovation.
The certainty that we — driven by our legendary NOVOMATIC spirit — can overcome even the greatest challenges fills me with confidence as I look to the future. Since the founding of NOVOMATIC, people have always been at the center of my attention — their dedication and passion are the key reasons for our success.
That is why the well-being of our more than 26,200 employees worldwide is always more important to me than the mere maximization of profits. Because each and every one of them, as a member of the ever-growing NOVOMATIC family, shows day after day with their knowledge, skills, and commitment that they are — indeed — our most valuable asset.
Prof. Johann F. Graf
Founder
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