Onetec: Matthew Hodgson
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2021 · Middlesbrough
Onetec is the trading name of Matthew Hodgson, an individual licence holder based in Middlesbrough. He runs over-18s amusement arcades and can supply, install and look after gaming machines in his own venues. Its current licence dates from March 2021.
What the licence covers
An arcade that offers gaming machines needs an operating licence from the Gambling Commission, and each venue needs a premises licence from its local council.
- Gaming Machine General Adult Gaming Centre (Non-Remote): Matthew Hodgson can operate adult gaming centres: arcades for over-18s only.
- Linked Gaming Machine Technical Supplier (Non-Remote): Matthew Hodgson can supply, install and maintain gaming machines in its own venues.
Venue and trading names
Matthew Hodgson trades under these names:
- Onetec
- Onetec Amusements
- Onetec Casino Lounge
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Trading name added: onetec amusements.
- Non-Remote licence 057717-N-333226 has a new version in the register: 004 (was 002).
Questions and answers
Is Onetec licensed?
Yes. Onetec is a trading name of Matthew Hodgson, which is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to operate adult gaming centres. Matthew Hodgson holds Gambling Commission account number 57717. Its current licence started in March 2021.
Who owns Onetec?
Onetec is operated by Matthew Hodgson, a sole trader with a registered address in Middlesbrough.
Is Onetec for adults only?
The licence is for an adult gaming centre. An adult gaming centre is for people aged 18 and over only.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaming Machine General Adult Gaming Centre | Non-Remote | Active | March 2021 | 057717-N-333226-004 |
| Linked Gaming Machine Technical Supplier | Non-Remote | Active | March 2021 | 057717-N-333226-004 |