Boldt Wins Buenos Aires Casino Tender Until 2046
Argentina.– May 20, 2026 – www.zonadeazar.com The Provincial Institute of Lottery and Casinos of Buenos Aires awarded Boldt S.A. the full operation of the Hermitage casinos in Mar del Plata, Tandil and Miramar for a 20-year period, with the possibility of extending the agreement for one additional year until 2046.
Overview
The award was officially confirmed through Resolution 677/2026, approving Public Tender No. 2/2025 aimed at contracting slot machine supply and maintenance, online system control, venue remodelling works and several complementary services linked to casino operations.
The decision represents one of the most significant land-based gaming developments in Buenos Aires Province during 2026.
Details / Context
The tender process had been launched in 2025 and included participation from:
- Boldt S.A.
- and Casino de Victoria S.A.
Following technical and financial evaluation of the proposals, the pre-award commission granted Boldt the highest score across all contested venues.
The contract includes the full operation of:
The agreement also covers:
- slot machine supply,
- technical maintenance,
- online system control,
- venue remodelling,
- and complementary operational services.
According to the official resolution:
- Boldt will receive 58% of monthly slot machine profitability at Hermitage Casino Mar del Plata,
- 59% in Tandil,
- and 59.8% in Miramar.
The case file also approved the security plans submitted by the company and established that future contracts will define amounts linked to:
- promotions,
- courtesy services,
- and player clubs.
Provincial authorities stated that the administrative process complied with all legal and technical requirements established in the tender documentation, with no challenges submitted by participating companies following the final ruling.
Impact
The award guarantees operational continuity at three of the province’s most important casino venues and reinforces Boldt’s historic positioning within Argentina’s casino market.
The process also provides predictability for:
- employees,
- suppliers,
- tourist municipalities,
- and provincial tax revenue.
Future Perspective
Argentina’s gaming market continues progressing towards more integrated models combining physical operations with online control systems.
Analysts believe future concessions will become increasingly linked to:
- technological modernisation,
- operational security,
- digital traceability,
- and improved user experience.
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