Aristocrat Interactive Renews Three-Year iLottery Partnership with Portugal’s SCML

by Dimitri Dimitrov Published on May 8, 2026
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Aristocrat Interactive has officially announced a major renewal of its partnership with Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa (SCML), the national lottery operator of Portugal.

The new three-year agreement ensures that SCML players will continue to have exclusive access to the full portfolio of NeoGames Studio’s eInstant games, further cementing a collaboration that has spanned more than a decade.

Enhancing Portugal’s Digital Lottery Offering

The extension is built on a shared history of driving innovation within the Portuguese digital gaming landscape. Under the terms of the deal, NeoGames Studio will maintain a steady pipeline of both established hits and new, high-performance titles.

This renewal is a critical component of SCML’s digital growth strategy, providing the responsible and modern entertainment experiences that local players have come to expect.

Chris Shaban, Managing Director of Aristocrat Interactive iLottery, commented on the deal’s longevity:

“This new agreement underscores the continued success of our long-standing work with Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa. Together, we will continue to deliver high-performing content that resonates with players, driving long-term value for SCML’s continued digital growth.”

A Growing Footprint in European iLottery

This renewal reinforces Aristocrat Interactive’s dominant position in the European market. The business currently supports 18 different European lotteries with NeoGames Studio content.

Dr. Ricardo Lavos, General Manager of the Games Department at SCML, expressed his confidence in the supplier’s ability to deliver:

“Our extension with Aristocrat Interactive reflects the strong appreciation Portuguese players have for NeoGames Studio high quality eInstant content. The titles we have at our disposal have been a key driver of our digital offering, and we have full confidence in Aristocrat Interactive’s ability to continue delivering modern, responsible, and engaging experiences that meet our players’ expectations.”

As the European iLottery sector continues to evolve, the partnership between Aristocrat and SCML stands as a benchmark for how established operators and technology providers can collaboratively drive sustainable digital growth.

Dimitri Dimitrov

Dimitri is an iGaming expert with nearly a decade of experience and a knack for crafting content that speaks directly to the iGaming crowd. He understands affiliate marketing, player psychology, and search algorithms, which enables him to write engaging, data-driven articles.

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