Scientific Games Extended FDJ United Partnership
The two firms have renewed their longstanding scratchcard production agreement.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Gambling
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Scientific Games has officially extended its scratchcard partnership with FDJ United. The deal continues a collaborative relationship that spans nearly three decades.
Why it matters
The extension secures the ongoing production of scratchcard games for FDJ United and its player base. It ensures the continued operation of specialized game manufacturing for the international lottery market.
FDJ United serves 27 million players, with 100 per cent of scratchcard paper sourced from Forest Stewardship Council certified forests. Shares rose 0.77 per cent to €21.03 following the announcement.
The players
Scientific Games
Scientific Games is a global leader in lottery and gaming technology that provides products and services to lotteries worldwide.
FDJ United
FDJ United is a major lottery operator based in France that manages games for a large player base.
The details
Under the terms of the agreement, production of FDJ United scratchcards will remain at the Scientific Games European Center of Game Production Excellence located in the United Kingdom. All materials used in the game production process will continue to meet sustainability standards by utilizing paper sourced from certified forests.
Timeline
October 6, 2026: The companies announced the formal extension of their partnership.
Culture Shift
This agreement reflects a broader push toward sustainable manufacturing within the physical gaming sector. By aligning with the Forest Stewardship Council certification standards, the partnership follows the trend of major entertainment entities adopting eco-conscious supply chains.
The partnership extension ensures consistent availability of scratchcard games for millions of players. It maintains the current production standards regarding the materials used in the manufacture of these lottery products.
The takeaway
This long-term agreement demonstrates the stability of established lottery partnerships in the European market. Players can expect continued game consistency as the two companies maintain their long-standing production relationship.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Gaming Intelligence.
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