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NewsParcs will do a full coverage of the IAAPA Attractions Expo 2013 in Orlando to have a look at the latest trends and developments of the global theme park industry.
The Canadian manufacturer has seen a notable surge in interest in its interactive water play structure AquaCourse™; its linear induction Water Coaster AdrenaLIM™ and its waterslides MEGAtubes™, Rattler™, Anaconda™ and AquaSphere as well as in its interactive mobile app Apptivations, a new business activity since the purchase of Apptivations LLC last year.
Water Mania is taking the form of a Tea Cup ride on water in a circular pool. The ride features six arms each with a cup at the end seating four passengers. Each rider has a water canon to splash the other passengers and the cups rotate, one clockwise and the next one anti-clockwise, while the whole ride also rotates clockwise.
Regarding recent rides' installations, EMG has been entrusted the installation of a Gerstlauer Amusement Rides Spinning Coaster moved from California at Six Flags Mexico. The largest project was the installation of the world tallest Funtime StarFlyer at Six Flags over Texas. “It was an important job for us,” said Adam Sandy, Sales Director for the Ride Entertainment Group. “Six Flags over Texas is where it all started, and the 122-meters/400-foot Texas StarFlyer is a ride that redefined the park’s skyline.”
Branded as Xpress Band at both Wet ‘n’ Wild locations, Lo-Q’s innovative system uses a waterproof and lightweight radio frequency identification (RFID) wristband that allows guests to virtually queue for their favorite slides without physically standing in line. Xpress Band users select their desired ride from multiple self-service kiosks located throughout the parks and will be notified on their wristband when it’s time to return. Guests use a separate entrance to enter the ride and scan their band for validation, thereby avoiding standing in line and maximizing their time to enjoy park attractions. 
“The growing farm attractions sector is constantly looking for appropriate ideas to offer visitors something new and, with primarily outdoor locations, adventure play attractions are helping to boost attendance and deliver a fun memorable family experience,” said the company.These past three years have been intense for NewsParcs. Our magazine, which has been dedicated to the global theme parks industry since 1998, underwent major changes to become one of the most appreciated magazines among many...
CORPORATE | NewsParcs - Published on January 28, 2014World theme park capital Orlando is about to welcome the global attractions industry for the 2013 edition of IAAPA Attractions Expo, the annual...
EVENT | IAAPA Attractions Expo - Published on November 10, 2013The Compagnie des Alpes leisure parks recorded disappointing financial results during fiscal year 2012/2013 which ended on September 30. The...
CORPORATE | Compagnie des Alpes - Published on November 10, 2013Our Theme Park Supplier's News of the Week is a round-up of the latest news relative to companies supplying the theme park industry around the world. This weekly report covers topics such as corporate announcements, financial ...
NEW | Roundup of News - Published on October 21, 2013The World Waterpark Association (WWA), the global leading water-leisure trade association, has made a positive assessment of its 33th annual...
EVENT | World Waterpark Association - Published on October 21, 2013When The Walt Disney Company acquired Marvel Entertainment in 2009, its intention was to strengthen its position as a leading global provider...
NEW | Hong Kong Disneyland Resort - Published on October 13, 2013The NewsParcs' Theme Park Supplier's News of the Week is a round-up of the latest news relative to companies supplying the theme park industry around the world. This weekly report covers topics such as corporate announcements, ...
NEW | Roundup of News - Published on October 13, 2013Our Industry Roundup is a summary of the latest major news related to the theme park industry worldwide. We report news specifically on operators, owners, trade associations and related organizations, including trends, attendance...
NEW | Roundup of News - Published on October 13, 2013
