NRT Technologies Inc. has acquired the gaming ATM assets of U.S. Bank National Association (USB). Including some 1,500 high-volume casino ATMs and self-service devices that dispense more than $5 billion annually across nearly 300 gaming properties in the U.S.
NRT is a global technology leader of next-generation payment systems, specialized financial/marketing self-serve kiosks, and digital and mobile experiences for the gaming industry. Through this acquisition, NRT now supports processing on ATMs and TITO Redemption Units (TRUs) in casinos across the U.S. NRT is now the largest ATM processor in the North America casino market, providing services to more than 750 gaming clients, including the top 25 largest global gaming operators.
In partnership with Diebold Nixdorf, NRT will be making upgrades to the acquired ATM fleet with new state-of-the-art ATMs that will not only support traditional ATM and cash advance functions, but also provide mobile engagement through Sightline Play+ and cardless ATM features. NRT and Diebold Nixdorf have an existing partnership with the world’s largest mobility provider, Kony Inc., which will enable a unified and highly personalized mobile guest experience across NRT’s growing portfolio of gaming ATM and TRU devices.
As part of the transaction, NRT has secured an expanded vault cash facility ensuring high cash availability to meet the rigorous cash withdrawal demands of NRT’s gaming operator customers.
“Acquiring this ATM portfolio fits within our strategy of leading in both the cash and cashless payment verticals for casinos,” said John Dominelli, NRT founder and president. “As part of this transaction, we are pleased to welcome key members of the U.S. Bank team to the NRT family. The acquisition will provide a significant boost to NRT’s transaction volume while simultaneously moving NRT into a leadership position in offering advanced, non-traditional financial services through our next-generation self-service ATMs and kiosks.”
“NRT’s payment switch technology, commitment to customer service and exciting product roadmap made it a great fit for assuming this portfolio of ATMs,” said Paul Nielsen, vice president and managing director of gaming services for U.S. Bank. “We have full confidence that NRT will continue to provide the high level of customer service and dedication that our clients have come to expect from U.S. Bank.”
“NRT and Sightline are uniquely positioned to dramatically expand the use of mobile engagement with Play+ and innovative cash access transactions,” said Kirk Sanford, Sightline Payments’ founder and CEO. “This acquisition not only expands our cash access business, but it also enhances our ability to realize on NRT and Sightline’s vision for revolutionizing the way gaming operators interact with their guests.”
“NRT and Sightline are doing really exciting things around casino guest experiences, and it is imperative they have a partner like Diebold Nixdorf that can evolve with them and provide flexibility and innovation to assist them in delivering the best customer experience,” said Bruce Pierce, vice president and general manager, Canada at Diebold Nixdorf. “Our partnership will demonstrate the expanded connected commerce capabilities and enhance the ATM experience for all casino guests.”
