South Africa’s Sun appoints UK industry vet to helm land-based operations

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 7:35 PM
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  • Independent Online

Sun International CEO Ulrik Bengtsson on Tuesday announced that after a thorough search, the company has appointed Mark Sergeant as chief operating officer: gaming, responsible for land-based revenue across the group.

Sergeant will head up the casino operations from February, reporting directly to the CEO. He also brings over 25 years of credible leadership experience across all spheres of Sun International’s operations, from gaming to leisure and hospitality, having led two of the UK’s largest casino groups.

As the group managing director at Genting Casinos he oversaw a portfolio of 35 casinos across the UK, an international casino operation in Cairo, a UK integrated gaming and leisure resort, and two online gaming businesses.