Washington’s Lottery has extended its technology partnership with Brightstar Lottery through a new seven-year agreement that will run until 30 June 2036.
Under the contract, Brightstar Global Solutions Corporation will upgrade the lottery’s central gaming system and deploy new retail equipment across Washington State. Brightstar has served as the lottery’s primary technology supplier since 1996.
The agreement includes the installation of 2,200 GameTouch28™ self-service vending machines, 100 GameTouch20™ vending machines and 3,700 Retailer Pro S2 lottery terminals. The rollout will also include ticket checkers and player-facing digital displays for lottery retailers.
In addition to the retail hardware deployment, Brightstar will introduce its latest commercially available gaming system as part of the central system upgrade.
The agreement extends Brightstar’s long-standing relationship with Washington’s Lottery and continues the supplier’s role in supporting the lottery’s retail technology infrastructure through 2036.
“For 30 years, Brightstar has helped Washington’s Lottery stay at the forefront of providing lottery retailers and players with convenient and innovative lottery experiences, including self-service and cashless solutions,” said Brian Bennett, Washington’s Lottery Director. “We look forward to continuing our long-term partnership through the deployment of Brightstar’s latest lottery technology over the next ten years.”
“Brightstar is proud to continue our three-decade partnership with Washington’s Lottery,” said Scott Gunn, Brightstar Chief Operating Officer North America Lottery. “The innovative system solutions and retail equipment we’ll deliver to Washington’s Lottery under this agreement will power the Lottery’s growth, provide entertaining and responsible experiences for its players, and support the funds raised by the Lottery for educational and other good causes across Washington.”
