2025-02-20
The strategic GAT Events circuit, which connects key gaming industry markets across Latin America, begins its annual journey at GAT Expo Cartagena on April 28, 29, and 30. Once again, the Las Américas Convention Center will serve as the venue, now recently expanded and fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology and logistics. Strategically located just 5 minutes from Rafael Núñez International Airport and 15 minutes from the city center, it offers first-class hospitality for visitors, exhibitors, and sponsors at Hotel Las Américas, which is adjacent to the exhibition center.
Recognized as the leading large-scale gaming expo in the region, GAT Expo Cartagena features a strong presence from the most relevant global and local casino industry brands, including Win Systems, Novomatic, Merkur Gaming, Ainsworth, Spintec, DRGT, Zitro, IGT, IGC, R Franco, Automated Transactions, RPCol, Playgroup, Bya Group, IZC Mayorista, and ASAP Américas.
In a significant announcement, the Colombian Government has authorized a Temporary Free Trade Zone exclusively for GAT Expo Cartagena at the Las Américas Convention Center, valid from March 28 to May 30. This allows exhibiting companies to import gaming machines and equipment from abroad without the need for prior nationalization, exempting them from duties and VAT, provided the products remain within the exhibition venue during the event. This initiative represents a key advantage, optimizing logistics and reducing costs for companies showcasing their latest innovations.
José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of GAT, states:
"We still have available spaces for slot machines, roulettes, and more. Land-based gaming companies continue to attend and return to our fair in Cartagena for a compelling reason: their return on investment is strong, and their brand visibility in strategic markets is extraordinary. I invite you to join the winning team at GAT Expo Cartagena."
Celebrating 26 years of excellence in the gaming industry and adapting to the digital transformation, GAT Expo Cartagena also welcomes major online gaming providers experiencing exponential growth in the Latin American market. Companies such as Pragmatic Play, Evolution, Betconstruct, Altenar, Golden Race, Better Collective, Amusnet Interactive, DS Virtual Gaming, Blue Tower, PayU, Fininvest, Air Dice, BetPlay, Mobadoo, Betby, and G&G Studio Legal will showcase their innovative portfolios in virtual gaming, online casinos, and sports betting.
On the institutional front, the Santa María halls at Las Américas Convention Center will host Coljuegos, Asojuegos, Cornazar, Fecoljuegos, and the Colombian Lottery Federation. The country's gaming regulatory authority and key industry associations will take center stage at the GAT Expo Cartagena 2025 Academy, where C-Level executives, industry experts, and business leaders will discuss the latest regulatory updates and the current state of the gaming sector in Colombia and Latin America.
General Agenda - GAT Expo Cartagena 2025
Day 1 - April 28
GAT Expo Academy
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (GMT-5) | Nueva Granada Hall
Networking: Sailing Toward New Connections
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (GMT-5) | Sunset Cartagena Bay
Departure: Muelle de Los Pegasos
Day 2 - April 29
Land-Based & Online Gaming Exhibition
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM (GMT-5) | Santa María A & B Hall & Nueva Granada Hall
Day 3 - April 30
Land-Based & Online Gaming Exhibition
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM (GMT-5) | Santa María A & B Hall & Nueva Granada Hall
GAT Esports Arena - Tournaments & Networking
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (GMT-5) | Nueva Granada Hall
Exclusive Cartagena Experience
José Aníbal Aguirre, CEO of GAT Events, shares:
"I am pleased to present a preview of our agenda. As a warm welcome, on Sunday, April 27, we invite early attendees in 'La Heroica' to a cultural and gastronomic tour of Cartagena's historic center and its 7-kilometer walled city, a true gem of the Caribbean."
"On Monday, April 28, we will kick off with an extensive academic session from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, offering key insights into the gaming industry’s latest trends. To close the day, our networking event will take place aboard an exclusive boat tour through the magical Cartagena Bay."
"On April 29 and 30, our exhibition halls will be open from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. We deeply appreciate the support of our main sponsors: Pragmatic Play, Novomatic, Evolution, and Betconstruct, whose contributions make the exhibition, the Academy, and our networking activities possible at GAT Expo Cartagena 2025."
GAT Esports: Expanding the Gaming Industry
As in previous editions, GAT Expo Cartagena will feature a dedicated esports space, hosting training workshops for professional esports athletes, covering everything from technical skills to physical preparation. Additionally, the second edition of the GAT Esports Academy will be held in partnership with Colombian Official Esports.
The grand finale will feature exciting eFootball and Counter-Strike tournaments, reinforcing GAT Events' commitment to the growth of esports and gaming in Colombia and Latin America.
The GAT Events circuit will continue with its next stop in Mexico City on August 28 and 29, bringing together national and Latin American gaming industry leaders in the second-largest gaming market in the region, which is actively adapting to new online gaming regulations and policies aimed at strengthening the casino industry.
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Written by Natalia Moreno & Lida María Roldán
GAT Expo Communications Team
