Pol Mochkovsky, CEO of Sacoa International, the international innovator of cashless management systems for the amusement, entertainment and leisure sectors has highlighted the growth of EAG as a measure of the increasing importance of out of home entertainment in the modern world. He argues that having a dedicated event in the UK is critical to fostering innovation, collaboration and knowledge sharing.

How many years have you been exhibiting at EAG?
Sacoa has been exhibiting at EAG for more than 10 years, and it has been a resounding success for us.

Overall, how many of your products will be making their debut at EAG?
Towards the end of last year we officially launched five new products at IAAPA Expo 2024 that will be presented for the European market at EAG 2025.  One of our newest technologies is Redemption Multisession 2.0, another innovation from Sacoa is the Redemption Kiosk. The company has also launched KwikPay, Sacoa's new K5 Kiosk, and Time Tracker.

What are the key products and services that you will be showing at EAG?
We will be showcasing the latest new products - as mentioned above - that will be making their official debut in the European market, as well as the full suite of solutions that many operators in the region are already enjoying, such as Sacoa's online platforms including CRM, Online Sales, Online Party and Event Booking and the Sacoa Mobile App, as well as the Spark readers and other great innovations that visitors will be able to see at our booth #D60.

What does success look like for you – what are your objectives and what do you want to achieve from exhibiting?
Success means showcasing our cutting-edge technology that enhances the family entertainment experience while building meaningful relationships with industry leaders. Our goal is to demonstrate how our solutions drive operational efficiencies and increase revenue for operators. Exhibiting allows us to expand our global reach, strengthen partnerships, and remain at the forefront of innovation in the entertainment industry.

EAG 2025 will be the biggest edition since the show opened at ExCeL London – how do you see the event evolving and growing in importance and how important is it to have a major show dedicated to out of home entertainment based in the UK?

The growth of EAG 2025 reflects the increasing importance of out of home entertainment in today's world. As the industry evolves, having a dedicated event like this in the UK is critical to fostering innovation, collaboration and knowledge sharing. It provides an unparalleled platform to showcase the latest developments, connect with key players and address the specific needs of the European market.