Zitro International
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| Industry | Gambling |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2007 |
| Founder | Johnny Ortiz |
| Headquarters | |
Zitro International S.A.R.L is a Luxembourg-based company that manufactures slot machines used in gambling venues.
History
[edit]Zitro was established in 2007 by Johnny Ortiz, initially focusing on Video Bingo, which has remained a key part of its product portfolio since the company's inception.[1][2][3][4]
In 2016, the company expanded its offerings by introducing its first Video Slot games, implementing a customized system for BET bingo halls, and launching its Zitro Digital division to enter the online gaming market.[5]
Over the years, Zitro has received several industry recognitions. In 2022, its game Wheel of Legends was named "Slot Machine of the Year" at the BEGE Awards.[6] That same year, Johnny Ortiz was recognized as "Business Man of the Year" by AZAR Magazine.[7] Earlier, in 2021, the Association of Gaming Equipment Manufacturers (AGEM) honored Sebastián Salat with the Jens Halle Memorial Award for his contributions to the industry.[8]
Further acknowledgments followed, including Sebastián Salat being named among the Intelligence Hot 50 in 2024 for his influence in the gaming sector.[9] Zitro also received the "Top Performing Game - LATAM" award for Epic Kingdom at the 2023 EKG Slot Awards Show hosted by Eilers & Krejcik Gaming.[10] In 2024, the company's Altius Glare was awarded “Best Slot Machine” at the European Casino Awards.[11]
In 2025, Sebastián Salat was honored with the Outstanding Contribution Award at the European Casino Awards, recognizing his extensive career and lasting impact on the gaming industry.[12][13]
Also in 2025, Zitro’s Mighty Hammer Link Up secured the Eilers & Krejcik Gaming (EKG) Award for “Top Performing Game – Latin America,” reflecting its strong presence and performance in the region.[14]
At the EXPOJOC 2024 awards ceremony held in 2025, Zitro was recognized with the Innovation and Best Manufacturer Award, highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment to technological advancement in the gaming industry.[15]
Zitro continues to grow its technological capabilities, operating Technology Campuses in Barcelona and Bangalore.[16][17]
References
[edit]- ^ "JOHNNY ORTIZ habla sobre el avance de ZITRO | CasinoCompendium" (in European Spanish). 2023-03-28. Retrieved 2023-03-30.
- ^ Sokolic, William. "Zitro". GGB Magazine. Retrieved 2023-06-15.
- ^ "Zitro". GGB Magazine. Retrieved 2023-03-08.
- ^ "Zitro". GGB Magazine. Retrieved 2023-03-30.
- ^ "Zitro Digital traslada al online los mejores juegos presenciales". www.jocprivat.com. Retrieved 2023-03-30.
- ^ "ZITRO WINS "SLOT MACHINE OF THE YEAR" WITH ITS AMAZING WHEEL OF LEGENDS". European Gaming Industry News. 2022-11-25. Retrieved 2023-03-30.
- ^ "JOHNNY ORTIZ RECIBE EL PREMIO "EMPRESARIO DEL AÑO" OTORGADO POR LA REVISTA AZAR". AZARplus (in European Spanish). 2022-05-26. Retrieved 2023-03-30.
- ^ "Halle award for Zitro CEO Salat". InterGame: iGaming, Casino & Coin-Op News. 2021-10-06. Retrieved 2023-03-30.
- ^ "2024 GAMING INTELLIGENCE HOT 50 REVEALED". GamingIntelligence. 20 February 2024.
- ^ "Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Announces Winners for 6th Annual EKG Slot Awards Show". EKG. 5 March 2024.
- ^ "Altius Glare de Zitro se hace con el Premio de la European Casino Awards". www.jocprivat.com. Retrieved 2024-05-03.
- ^ sector (2025-01-22). "Sebastián Salat (Zitro), premio European Casino Awards 2025". Sector del Juego (in Spanish). Retrieved 2025-04-30.
- ^ "Winners 2025 – The European Casino Awards". Retrieved 2025-04-30.
- ^ "Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Announces Official Nominees for the 7th Annual EKG Slot Awards – EKG Awards Show". Retrieved 2025-04-30.
- ^ sector (2025-03-27). "Zitro recibe dos premios EXPOJOC: a la innovación y al mejor fabricante". Sector del Juego (in Spanish). Retrieved 2025-04-30.
- ^ AZARplus (2018-09-01). "Revista AZAR número 336". AZARplus (in European Spanish). Retrieved 2024-05-21.
- ^ "Think Globally, Act Locally". Casino Life. 20 (167): 27–29. 2024.