Banijay Gaming acquires JOA's French casino network
Deals & M&A · SectorWire deskSource published
Summary
Banijay Entertainment's gaming arm has acquired JOA's network of 33 regional casinos across France. The deal is expected to complete in the second half of the year, subject to employee representatives' consultation and regulatory approvals; financial terms were not disclosed. JOA chairman Laurent Lassiaz will continue to lead the business.
Why it matters
The deal adds 33 land-based casinos to Banijay's French footprint as it pursues omnichannel expansion in a market without regulated iGaming.
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Cite as: SectorWire, “Banijay Gaming acquires JOA's French casino network”, 6 July 2026, https://sectorwire.news/item/banijay-gaming-acquires-joa-s-french-casino-network/
Key facts
- Type
- Acquisition
- Parties
- Banijay Group, JOA, Betclic, Tipico
- Market
- France
- Shares
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