Source: Hellenic Gaming Commission
Greece’s Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC) says eight land-based casino enterprises currently operate under licences issued under Laws 2206/1994 and 3139/2003. Articles 357–378 of Law 4512/2018 later updated provisions for casino licensing and operations.
The stated count and legal framework give operators and investors a snapshot of Greece’s licensed land-based casino market.
| Date | Company | Amount | Story | Appeal status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ThrillTech | Not stated | HGC grants ThrillTech Category A1 manufacturer licence for Greece | Not stated | |
| Not named | Not stated | HGC sets out licensing rules for amusement gaming machines in Greece | Not stated |
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