International Game Technology, one of the largest slot makers in the world, is set to expand into the UK market.
"We are very well prepared for the new legislation," Robert Lamb, vice president and managing director of IGT U.K. Ltd., said. "Our business strategy is in place in the market when it opens."
IGT created the U.K. division about a year ago to spearhead expansion plans in the region.
Under anticipated deregulation laws, Britain would be allowed to build more casinos, including suburban gambling halls, while casinos could offer Las Vegas-style slot machines with larger cash jackpots and linked progressives.
The company has speculated that Britain -- now offering a few hundred traditional slot machines in casinos -- could support from 40,000 to 45,000 slots.
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