WMS acquisition approved

WMS Industries’ stockholders have approved the acquisition of WMS by Scientific Games.

At the closing of the transaction, WMS will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Scientific Games. The merger, expected to be completed by the end of 2013, is subject to the receipt of certain required gaming jurisdiction approvals, along with the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions.

“This approval is an important milestone toward completing the pending acquisition of WMS by Scientific Games,” said Brian R Gamache, chairman and CEO of WMS. “In the meantime, we remain focused on commercialising new innovative game content and products for our casino operator customers.”