Announcing ‘all-time high’ revenues in H1, Betsson CEO says Netherlands return still a possibility

Thursday, July 20, 2023 8:16 PM
Photo: Betsson Group
  • Ted Orme-Claye, SBC News

Betsson AB CEO Pontus Lindwall insists that the global gaming group has ‘not shut the door’ on the Netherlands despite withdrawing its licence application there.

The CEO addressed investors in a conference call [Thursday] morning, alongside Chief Financial Officer, Martin Öhman, providing updates on cross-market developments and investments following the announcement of ‘all-time high’ revenues in H1 2023.

Of particular significance was Betsson’s decision to withdraw its application for a operating licence in the Netherlands, which has emerged as one of Europe’s most prominent markets. The country’s gambling authority, the Kansspelautoriteit (KSA), projects growth of between 13%-15% per year.

Lindwall explained: “The decision was based on significant delays in the licensing process and resource allocation considerations, given the current attractive product pipeline for Betsson in other markets.”