MATTHEWS, N.C., Nov. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- PokerTek, Inc., , the industry pioneer and worldwide leader in automated poker tables and related software, is pleased to announce the installation of two PokerPro(R) tables in the St. Kitts Marriott Resort & Royal Beach Casino on Thursday, November 27, 2008.
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"As one of the largest and most luxurious casinos in the Caribbean, we are delighted to be the first to offer automated poker to our resort guests," said Pete Page, Slot Director at the Royal Beach Casino located in the Marriott Resort on the beautiful island of St. Kitts. "The Royal Beach Casino takes great pride in offering vacationers an unparalleled island and gaming experience. For those who enjoy spending time in the casino, we are proud to offer them something innovative and unique in addition to the existing variety of table games and slot machines we currently provide on our 35,000 square foot casino floor."
"Marriott International is a great partner, and we're excited to be in St. Kitts," commented PokerTek's Vice President of Sales, Robert Perry. "PokerPro continues to expand around the world thanks to its great appeal for players and its economic benefits for operators."
About PokerTek, Inc.:
PokerTek, Inc. , headquartered in Matthews, NC, develops and markets products for the casino and amusement industries. PokerTek developed PokerPro automated poker tables and related software applications to increase casino revenue, reduce expenses and attract new players into poker rooms by offering interactive poker that is fast, fun and mistake-free. Heads-Up Challenge is a two-player table that allows bars and restaurant patrons to compete head-to-head in various games for amusement purposes, increases earnings for game operators and provides patrons unique and challenging on-site entertainment. Both products are installed worldwide. For more information, please visit the company's website at: http://www.pokertek.com/, or contact Laura Petty at 704.849.0860 x106.
About Marriott International, Inc.:
Marriott International, Inc. is a worldwide operator and franchisor of hotels and related lodging facilities. The Company's operations are grouped into the five business segments: North American Full-Service Lodging, North American Limited-Service Lodging, International Lodging, Luxury Lodging and Timeshare. In its Lodging business, which includes the North American Full-Service, North American Limited-Service, International, Luxury and Timeshare segments, it develops, operates and franchises hotels and corporate housing properties under 15 separate brand names, and it develops, operates and markets timeshare, fractional ownership and whole ownership properties under four separate brand names.
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