Theme park ride industry looks for post-virus solutions

See original story by Richard Bilbao in the Orlando Business Journal Temperature checks, permanent hand sanitizer stations and constant wipe-downs after each ride will be some of many new protocols the attractions industry likely adopts after the threat of the coronavirus subsides. But that’s just the start of new changes the industry will consider after …

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New flying theatre attraction debuts in Bali

Trans Studio Theme Park is pleased to announce the launch of Flying Over Indonesia, a new flying theatre attraction set to wow visitors. This brand new theme park in Bali, considered the first ‘Instagrammable’ theme park, is now open to the public after a grand opening ceremony last weekend.

IPs & Tech at Theme Parks

Many parks are using intellectual property (IP) agreements to connect better with their audience. Brands like the Harry Potter franchise are being used to drive consumers through park turnstiles.

Dynamic’s innovation recognized by IAAPA

After winning the IAAPA Innovation Award for the past four years, Dynamic Attractions celebrated two new Brass Ring Award wins at this week’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando.

Empire’s shift to entertainment

Original story in Orlando Weekly by Ken Storey Dynamic Attractions is well-known within the amusement industry, but many are surprised to find this leading thrill ride design firm is owned by a steel-fabrication company. But that’s about to change. Known for their ride systems used on Disney’s Soarin’ and their Test Track system, Dynamic Attractions …

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The Art of Attractions

Camped Out at IAAPA Expo  By Arthur Levine | Funworld I used to love going to summer camp. The time of year notwithstanding, IAAPA Expo reminds me of those long-ago cherished experiences. We come from all over and, with great anticipation, return to the same place every year. We gather around the equivalent of a …

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Hawaiian court greenlights telescope designed by B.C. firm

Original story on GlobalNews A B.C. company involved in designing and building what will be one of Earth’s largest telescopes hopes to see the project underway early next year. On Tuesday, Hawaii’s Supreme Court upheld a construction permit for the group working to build the massive $1.4-billion Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) on top of Manua …

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Flying Theatres and other wild rides for Canadian firm

Original story at Globe and Mail In 2015, Vancouver-based amusement-ride developer Dynamic Attractions opened an office in Orlando, Fla., as part of its U.S. expansion plan. A year later, the company rolled out its 80,000-square-foot Attractions Development Center in the same city. Dynamic Attractions’s main customers are major theme park operators such as Disney, Universal …

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