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New trackless ride system from Rogue Rides promises dynamic, customisable dark ride experiences
 

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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

Rogue Rides has introduced its advanced omnidirectional trackless ride system, with the new technology offering dynamic movement and customisable experiences for dark ride attractions

Rides
 



Merlin expands Peppa Pig presence with opening of new US theme park


Merlin Entertainments has officially launched its latest Peppa Pig Theme Park, with the major new attractions now open in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas.

Theme park
 

Triotech marks 25 years with major new attractions and expanding global presence in 2025


Triotech is gearing up for a big year ahead, with the company celebrating 25 years in business with the debut of new attractions and an expanded global presence in 2025.

Rides
 

Alterface’s Action League makes China debut at Suzhou Paradise Forest World


Alterface is marking a significant milestone in 2025 with the debut of its first Action League attraction in China.

Suppliers
 

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?


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
 

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




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

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: Simworx



Company profile: Reverchon SAMC



Company profile: Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.


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Visitor attractions

LBE market poised for exponential growth as market predicted to reach US$15.3bn by 2029
 

Theme parks

Universal unveils Minions and Shrek immersive lands for new Universal Kids Resort in Texas
 

Waterparks
Endless Surf highlights major launches following breakout year
 
Events

DEAL set for 31st edition this April as attractions market continues to boom

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


An industry worth US$17bn (€15.7bn, £13.4bn), influencer marketing has proved over the last decade-plus to be an important part of outreach for the visitor attractions sector. Now, a new type of content creator is starting to make waves on digital platforms and it’s time to ask if the industry should be utilising this medium.

Technology


Hyperia reopens as tickets sell out at Thorpe Park


After an unexpected two-week closure just after its launch, Hyperia has reopened at Thorpe Park.

Rides


Phoenix Rising ‘100 percent complete’ reveals Busch Gardens


Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has announced that it has completed track installation for its upcoming Phoenix Rising coaster.

Rides



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RIDES NEWS for Theme parks, visitor attractions and waterparks. News and comment from around the planet | PLANET RIDES
Top Stories

New trackless ride system from Rogue Rides promises dynamic, customisable dark ride experiences


Rogue Rides has introduced its advanced omnidirectional trackless ride system, with the new technology offering dynamic movement and customisable experiences for dark ride attractions

Rides


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



Merlin expands Peppa Pig presence with opening of new US theme park


Theme park


Triotech marks 25 years with major new attractions and expanding global presence in 2025


Triotech is gearing up for a big year ahead, with the company celebrating 25 years in business with the debut of new attractions and an expanded global presence in 2025.

Rides



Alterface’s Action League makes China debut at Suzhou Paradise Forest World


Alterface is marking a significant milestone in 2025 with the debut of its first Action League attraction in China.

Suppliers

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

Indoor family launch coaster Aquila opens at Mandoria


Poland’s Mandoria theme park has teamed up with ride manufacturer Vekoma to introduce Aquila - a world-first indoor Family Launch Coaster now open to the public.

Rides

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


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



Storm surge: How Chimelong Spaceship’s award-winning and record-breaking Bermuda Storm was brought to life


When the world’s largest indoor theme park opened its doors in China last year, it came with a very special, record-breaking flagship attraction.

Rides



Company profiles


Company profile: Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.



Company profile: Reverchon SAMC



Company profile: Simworx



Sector news


Visitor attractions

Christie unveils world-first high-brightness hybrid RGB pure laser and laser phosphor projector




Theme parks

Epic Universe takes first steps with launch of Stella Nova Resort




Waterparks
Endless Surf highlights major launches following breakout year


Events

DEAL set for 31st edition this April as attractions market continues to boom



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