Melco Resorts & Entertainment, operator of four satellite casino properties in Cyprus, announced last week that it has received a responsible gaming certification from RG Check, a program of the Toronto-based Responsible Gambling Council.
The Hong Kong-listed gaming operator, which is also building an integrated resort, City of Dreams Mediterranean, in Limassol, said it’s the first operator in Europe to receive the recognition.
According to Asia Gaming Brief, Melco was also the first operator in Macau and the Philippines to attain RG Check certifications. At this point, its entire global portfolio, including Altira Macau, City of Dreams Macau, Studio City, City of Dreams Manila and now the Cyprus C2 casinos, are accredited by RG Check.
“Melco is dedicated to being the industry’s leader in the promotion of Responsible Gaming,” said CEO Lawrence Ho. “Providing a safe and fair gaming experience for guests continues to be at the core of the Company’s commitment to society. The sustainable development and continued implementation of a Responsible Gaming culture is prioritized within every jurisdiction that we operate. We wish to thank the RG Check organizers for the honor, and our colleagues in Cyprus for making this achievement possible.”
Shelley White, CEO of the Responsible Gambling Council, said, “RGC is thrilled that Melco has once again demonstrated its commitment to responsible gaming by achieving the RG Check accreditation in Cyprus for each of its four operating Cyprus Casinos properties.
“This is the third jurisdiction in which Melco has successfully completed the RG Check Accreditation. Throughout this process, Melco has demonstrated its transparency as an operator and has made duty of care a priority in its operations. In particular, we commend Melco on a best in class score in the Standard Areas of RG Policy, Strategy and Culture which recognizes Melco’s strong responsible gaming leadership and its comprehensive and integrated approach to building a responsible gaming culture that demonstrates awareness of the potential harms caused by gambling, as well as prevention and mitigation measures.”
White called RG Check “an invaluable tool for managing risk and increasing the effectiveness of RG programming. RGC is proud to provide continuous support to Melco’s harm minimization efforts throughout their properties around the world.”
City of Dreams is scheduled to open in 2022.
