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World first “Ocean Blackjack” unveiled in Vanuatu

Written by Ben Blaschke

Leading casino manufacturer and supplier TCSJOHNHUXLEY has unveiled the world’s first ever seawater blackjack table.

Located at Iririki Jewel Casino in tropical Vanuatu’s Port Vila Bay, “Ocean Blackjack ” allows players to truly enjoy the resort’s stunning surrounds by playing a few hands while literally sitting in the aqua blue water around them.

The “Ocean Blackjack” table features high grade steel metallic fixings to resist corrosion as well as a traditional-style wooden frame made from Marine grade material that ensures no swelling or distortion of the table from the surrounding dampness. The entire leg arrangement is also fully sealed to further prevent moisture ingress.

Rebecca Kingswell, Managing Director APAC for TCSJOHNHUXLEY said, “We were given the brief to manufacture a table for use in the sea. To do this, we had to review the materials, fixings, furnishings and sealing principles of the table to ensure we gave it the best lifespan possible in light of its unusual conditions. It took some experimenting, but in the end we were able to develop an innovative and durable table that reflects our high quality standards. We’re very proud of the final product.”