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Brogent debuts next-gen motion ride and announces Japan’s first LED flying theatre at IAAPA Expo Europe
 

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Keeping you up to date with the latest breaking news and events from around the world, welcome to the Planet Attractions daily news feed

Brogent Technologies has revealed two major projects at IAAPA Expo Europe, debuting the v-Ride Explorer Plus motion system and celebrating the launch of Japan’s first 8K LED flying theatre at Huis Ten Bosch

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IAAPA Expo Europe kicks off “most ambitious event ever” in Barcelona


The 2025 edition of IAAPA Expo Europe, the premier event for the EMEA region’s attractions and leisure industries, has opened today in Barcelona.

Events
 

BoldMove to unveil new dark ride project and showcase Rogue Rides brand at IAAPA Expo Europe


BoldMove Nation is set to make a major splash at IAAPA Expo Europe 2025, with the media-based attractions specialist promising a raft of updates, live demonstrations, and a new project reveal during the trade show in Barcelona.

Events
 

Paultons Park named Britain’s best theme park at UK Theme Park Awards


The UK Theme Park Awards returned for its sixth year with a packed ceremony at Wicksteed Park that saw Paultons Park named the Theme Park of the Year for 2025.

Events
 

Interview
Interactive indulgence: Alterface’s Stephane Battaille on bringing Cadbury World’s new interactive chocolate-themed dark ride to life
Cadbury World is in the midst of a multi-million-pound investment from its new owner, Merlin Entertainments. Alterface’s Stephane Battaille explains how one of the attraction’s biggest investments - Cadbury Chocolate Quest - was brought to life
Suppliers

Industry insights
         


Maximising ROI: Revenue strategies for operators


Operations and ticketing
 

How can attractions capitalise on the rise of AI and virtual influencers?


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Giant-8-Loop on show as Maurer Rides heads to Amsterdam for IAAPA Expo Europe
 

Intamin’s single rail ‘Muhaka’ Hot Racer opens at Walibi Rhone-Alpes




Hyperia: UK’s tallest and fastest rollercoaster now open at Thorpe Park
 

Le Pal’s €11m Fjord Explorer opens to the public alongside new themed neighbourhood




WATCH: Intamin’s Lukas Spieldiener on company’s immersive projects

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Supplier Showcase 2025: The biggest attractions projects landing worldwide this year


The year is off to a strong start, with a diverse array of new attractions set to open or already making an impact across the globe.

Suppliers


Innovation and expansion: A bumper year in the US for Semnox Solutions


One of the world’s leading technology solutions providers for the entertainment and leisure sector, Semnox Solutions has enjoyed a strong 2024.

Suppliers


Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo Europe 2024


IAAPA Expo Europe is headed to the Netherlands, with the premier event for the EMEA region’s attractions and leisure industries returning to Amsterdam for its 2024 edition.

Events

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Company profile: Reverchon SAMC



Company profile: Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.


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Gunwharf Quays to host UK-first ApolloDomes with Holovis technology
 

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Park World Excellence Awards return to Barcelona in September
 

Waterparks
Liseberg sues insurer Trygg-Hansa over denied €92m Oceana fire claim
 
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Hosts announced as UK Theme Park Awards head to Wicksteed Park for 2025 edition

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Universal’s Epic Universe unveils Dark Universe land ahead of 2025 opening


Universal has revealed details of Dark Universe, one of five immersive worlds set to make up the new Universal Epic Universe theme park when it opens in 2025.

Theme park


Triotech and BoldMove introduce Smash and Reload Maxi alongside Voodoo Festival IP


Following the success of Smash and Reload at French theme park Le Pal, Triotech and BoldMove have partnered on a new format of the award-winning dark ride - Smash and Reload Maxi.

Suppliers


Haunted Mansion to reopen at Disneyland in August following renovations


Disneyland is set to reopen its Haunted Mansion attraction just in time for Halloween.

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Top Stories

Brogent debuts next-gen motion ride and announces Japan’s first LED flying theatre at IAAPA Expo Europe


Brogent Technologies has revealed two major projects at IAAPA Expo Europe, debuting the v-Ride Explorer Plus motion system and celebrating the launch of Japan’s first 8K LED flying theatre at Huis Ten Bosch

Suppliers


LIVE/ Planet Daily

Keeping you up to date with the latest breaking news and events from around the world, welcome to the Planet Attractions daily news feed



Interview
Interactive indulgence: Alterface’s Stephane Battaille on bringing Cadbury World’s new interactive chocolate-themed dark ride to life
Cadbury World is in the midst of a multi-million-pound investment from its new owner, Merlin Entertainments. Alterface’s Stephane Battaille explains how one of the attraction’s biggest investments - Cadbury Chocolate Quest - was brought to life
Suppliers



IAAPA Expo Europe kicks off “most ambitious event ever” in Barcelona


Events


BoldMove to unveil new dark ride project and showcase Rogue Rides brand at IAAPA Expo Europe


BoldMove Nation is set to make a major splash at IAAPA Expo Europe 2025, with the media-based attractions specialist promising a raft of updates, live demonstrations, and a new project reveal during the trade show in Barcelona.

Events



Paultons Park named Britain’s best theme park at UK Theme Park Awards


The UK Theme Park Awards returned for its sixth year with a packed ceremony at Wicksteed Park that saw Paultons Park named the Theme Park of the Year for 2025.

Events

Park World Excellence Awards return to Barcelona in September


The Park World Excellence Awards will return to Barcelona on 24 September, with the industry spectacle recognising the projects, people and suppliers shaping the attractions industry across the EMEA region.

Events

IAAPA Expo Asia 2025 experiences 40 percent surge in attendance


IAAPA Expo Asia, the Asia-Pacific region’s premier event for the global attractions industry, made a triumphant return this week (June 30 - July 3), with this year’s event seeing a 40% increase in attendance compared to the previous year.

Events

Industry insights


Maximising ROI: Revenue strategies for operators


Operations and ticketing

How can attractions capitalise on the rise of AI and virtual influencers?


Technology

Video


Giant-8-Loop on show as Maurer Rides heads to Amsterdam for IAAPA Expo Europe



Intamin’s single rail ‘Muhaka’ Hot Racer opens at Walibi Rhone-Alpes





Hyperia: UK’s tallest and fastest rollercoaster now open at Thorpe Park



In Depth


Supplier Showcase 2025: The biggest attractions projects landing worldwide this year


The year is off to a strong start, with a diverse array of new attractions set to open or already making an impact across the globe.
Suppliers



Innovation and expansion: A bumper year in the US for Semnox Solutions


One of the world’s leading technology solutions providers for the entertainment and leisure sector, Semnox Solutions has enjoyed a strong 2024.

Suppliers



Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo Europe 2024


IAAPA Expo Europe is headed to the Netherlands, with the premier event for the EMEA region’s attractions and leisure industries returning to Amsterdam for its 2024 edition.

Events



Company profiles


Company profile: Reverchon SAMC



Company profile: Simworx



Company profile: Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.



Sector news


Visitor attractions

Holovis brings Squid Game experience to life in New York




Theme parks

Universal seeks planning permission for multi-billion-pound UK theme park development




Waterparks
WhiteWater unveils over 60 global openings for 2025 across waterparks, resorts, and cruise lines


Events

UK Theme Park Awards 2025 reveals expert judging panel



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