Max Passnegger has been appointed CEO of Apex Gaming, the Austria-based gaming equipment manufacturer.

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Having previously served as CTO, he has played a central role in expanding the company’s gaming portfolio.

Company founder, Johannes Weissengruber, will become chairman.

“We have a clear vision that we are implementing step-by-step,” said Passnegger, noting the recent launches of Apex’s EVO platform, Apex Player System and iDrop money management system.

“Our focus and our passion are to create gaming solutions that bring value for our customers and fun and entertainment for the players. We have many more plans in the pipeline,” he added.

Weissengruber welcomed him to the new role, stating: “Max has played a strong and influential role at Apex from day one of his arrival. He combines strong technical expertise, great industry experience, winning management techniques with the sheer will to succeed.

“He possesses a natural curiosity to listen to customers and the team to understand exactly what the future market requirements are and has the tenacity to make this reality.”