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Impressario Casino (impressariocasino.com), the carnival & circus-themed operator famously known as “The Greatest Show on Earth,” has officially taken center stage by winning the prestigious Casino Rising Star award at the SBC Awards Europe 2026.
This landmark achievement marks a defining moment for Impressario, reinforcing its rapid ascent among Europe’s most exciting and forward-thinking casino brands. Ioannis Lagos, one of the key strategic minds behind the brand and a 25-year industry veteran, shares a few words on the occasion.
“Two years and a day ago, we were flying to Malta to sign the agreement that would bring Impressario Casino to life. Yesterday, we returned to Malta to receive the biggest award in our journey so far. An incredible amount of work has led to this award, and the 10 more distinctions we have achieved in our history.
We are, of course, beyond excited, but in an industry like this, you can never stand still. So the champagne goes out, the coffee comes back in, and we continue to build on our DIG philosophy (Differentiation, Innovation, Generosity), to deliver even more exciting, truly one-of-a-kind experiences for our players.
Ad Astra!”
Impressario Casino’s full list of awards and distinctions
- 2026 SBC Awards Europe Rising Star WINNER
- 2026 SBC Awards Europe Marketing Campaign SHORTLISTED
- 2026 EGR Europe Operator of the Year SHORTLISTED
- 2025 AskGamblers Awards Best New Casino 2ND PLACE
- 2025 SBC Awards Europe Rising Star SHORTLISTED
- 2025 SBC Awards Rising Star SHORTLISTED
- 2025 SBC Awards Innovation SHORTLISTED
- 2025 EGR Awards Rising Star SHORTLISTED
- 2025 EGR Awards In-house product SHORTLISTED
- Askgamblers Certificate of Trust ACCREDITED
- Chipy Token of Trust ACCREDITED
About Impressario Casino
Launched, not accidentally, on 08/08/2024, Impressario Casino features more than 10,000 slots, table games, crash games, and Live Casino games. Available in EN, EN-AU, EN-NZ, EN-CA, FR, and DE, Impressario’s story builds upon a Traveling Carnival, which moves from town to town, bringing a spectacular show to players. The humorous and witty vibe of the Impressario Casino is a wake-up call that gambling is all about having fun, and not chasing wins or losses.
About the SBC Awards Europe
The SBC Awards Europe celebrate excellence across the European sports betting and gaming industry, recognizing the achievements of leading operators, affiliates, suppliers, payment providers, and game developers. The 2026 edition took place in Malta on Thursday, 30 April, serving as the official closing event of the SBC Summit and highlighting the standout performers shaping the future of gaming in Europe.
