'This is a significant moment for our company as we officially close the certification process and begin to focus on executing our vision, in partnership with ORIX, to build a world-class integrated resort in Osaka,' MGM CEO Bill Hornbuckle said in a statement.
This closes the certification process and clears the way to begin developing the $10 billion project. The Las Vegas-based company said Thursday that Osaka IR Corporation, a joint venture with the Japanese financial services company ORIX Corporation, signed the agreement with Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City. LAS VEGAS (KSNV) - MGM Resorts says its plan for a new casino-resort in Japan took another step forward after signing an implementation agreement for the development this week.