Novomatic AG has extended the closing date for its off-market takeover bid for Ainsworth Game Technology, with the offer now set to remain open until 7:00pm (Sydney time) on 3 December 2025.
The announcement, filed through the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) and the ASX, confirms that the variation complies with section 650D(1) of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
The move provides shareholders with additional time to consider Novomatic's proposal to acquire all remaining fully paid ordinary shares in Ainsworth that it does not currently own.
Under the revised terms, all previous references to a 3 November closing date in the Bidder's Statement, first issued on 3 September 2025, are replaced by the new December deadline. All other conditions of the offer remain unchanged.
A copy of the notice was lodged with regulators on 3 November and distributed to shareholders entitled to receive it under Australian corporate law. The offer can still be further extended or withdrawn in accordance with statutory provisions.
The extension forms part of Novomatic's ongoing efforts to consolidate its position in the global gaming technology sector. The Austrian company currently holds a majority stake in Ainsworth and has been gradually increasing its shareholding since its initial investment in 2018.
Last month, Novomatic opened its new Spielbank Rostock casino in northern Germany, a €8.9m ($10.3m) facility featuring over 130 gaming terminals and sustainable energy systems.
The offer period will now close at 7:00pm (Sydney time) on 3 December 2025, unless extended or withdrawn
