GMB – Let’s introduce our readers to Petry Arena and what are the possibilities of this mega-entertainment project.
Sandro Petry - The Petry Arena is an investment in a multipurpose complex with space for various activities, functional and where we are planning to install a casino as soon as legislation permits.
Has the place already been thought to host a casino?
The investment was thought to offer a great arena for the performance of shows associated with the offer of other entertainment activities in Santa Catarina.
Regarding the projects under discussion in the Chamber and Senate,
For the discussions we have seen, the space would be adequate, although some changes are necessary in order to fully address what is being signaled in the bills under analysis in the Brazilian parliament. The important thing is to remember that we have already kicked off, which is the complex. The adjustments for the installation of a casino will happen as soon as we have the sign that gaming will be regulated in Brazil.
Where is the Petry Arena located?
The Petry Arena is in the final phase of construction and is located in the metropolitan area of Florianópolis, a few minutes from the center of the state capital. The great advantage of the location is that the whole environment is prepared to receive great ventures. All the necessary infrastructure and mobility are in accordance with the requirements of the state of Santa Catarina.
What about international investors? It was mentioned about possibilities with Casino Estoril, Hard
We've been in meetings with Mr. Mario Assis, a great businessmen and who showed us everything about the Estoril Casino and the Lisbon region, as well as very productive conversations with Hard Rock. That is, we are open to negotiations, because we know of our potential, the potential of Santa Catarina, the characteristics of our enterprise and the attractiveness of tourists not only from Brazil, but also our Argentine and Uruguayan neighbors.
That is, from a strategic point of view, that the goal is to attract tourists from the south of Brazil and visitors from Argentina and Uruguay...
Not only from these regions, because Santa Catarina has a tourist attraction that reaches visitors from others. In addition, the complex as a whole will also become for the residents of Santa Catarina in an entertainment space that is at the height of a population with purchasing power appropriate to this type of places. It is worth mentioning that although the economic crisis reached all of Brazil, it was less felt in Santa Catarina.
