Brogent debuts next-gen motion ride and announces Japan’s first LED flying theatre at IAAPA Expo Europe
IAAPA Expo Europe kicks off “most ambitious event ever” in Barcelona
BoldMove to unveil new dark ride project and showcase Rogue Rides brand at IAAPA Expo Europe
Paultons Park named Britain’s best theme park at UK Theme Park Awards
Park World Excellence Awards return to Barcelona in September
IAAPA Expo Asia 2025 experiences 40% surge in attendance
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit rollercoaster to permanently close at Universal Studios Florida in August
Aztlán Parque Urbano unveils ‘Vuela México Por El Mundo’ with Brogent Technologies
Public nominations open for UK Theme Park Awards 2025
Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo reopens reimagined Expédition Nautibus dark ride
Endless Surf to power Florida’s first surf park to open in 2026
Brogent announces Godzilla flying theatre experience
SpongeBob’s Crazy Carnival Ride comes to Turkey’s Land of Legends
Expedition Odyssey to open at SeaWorld Orlando in May
Vekoma Rides expands global operations with new Orlando offices
Six Flags Great Adventure’s new Flash coaster set to open this Spring
Seven major projects featuring Brogent technology to open in 2025
Huss partners with Alton Towers for launch of groundbreaking Toxicator ride
New trackless ride system from Rogue Rides promises dynamic, customisable dark ride experiences
Merlin expands Peppa Pig presence with opening of new US theme park
Triotech marks 25 years with major new attractions and expanding global presence in 2025
Alterface’s Action League makes China debut at Suzhou Paradise Forest World
Supplier Showcase 2025: The biggest attractions projects landing worldwide this year
Indoor family launch coaster Aquila opens at Mandoria
Happy Holidays from Planet Attractions
Family of teen killed on Orlando FreeFall ride awarded US$310m settlement as manufacturer held responsible
Vekoma looks to 2025 following stacked year of projects
HUSS celebrates multiple Brass Ring Awards
Get ready to ride: Planet Attractions announces launch of Planet Rides website
Vekoma unveils Tecuani Beast coaster
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Brogent Technologies has announced a new ride technology while also celebrating the launch of Japan’s first 8K LED flying theatre at Huis Ten Bosch.
The major milestones were announced in Barcelona at IAAPA Expo Europe 2025, where Brogent is currently showcasing the latest evolutions of its media-based attractions.
Working with Huis Ten Bosch, the Taiwanese ride specialist has delivered Air Cruise The Ride — the first flying theatre in Japan to feature an 8K LED dome screen.
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IAAPA Expo Europe 2025 opened today (September 23) 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.
Taking place at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via exhibition centre from September 22 - 26, 2025, IAAPA Expo Europe invites industry professionals from around the globe to explore the diverse landscape of the European attraction’s market.
Billed as IAAPA’s most “ambitious” European expo yet, this year’s event is expected to welcome more than 17,000 attractions industry professionals from more than 100 countries.
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BoldMove picked up a prestigious Brass Ring Award as last year’s IAAPA Expo Europe Credit: BoldMove
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.
Located at booth 1-658, BoldMove’s showcase will centre on the Rogue Rides trackless system – a ride platform offering omnidirectional movements and what the company describes as “limitless fun”. The technology, paired with Kamino show control, provides operators with a reliable and flexible system for immersive experiences.
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Paultons Park was crowned Theme Park of the Year while Ghostly Manor was named Best New Attraction Credit: Paultons Park
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.
Organised by ThemeParks-UK.com and presented in association with AttractionTickets.com, the awards drew more than 334,000 public votes, which were combined with scores from an expert judging panel to determine winners across 22 categories. Of the 35 nominated parks, 24 were recognised with at least one award.
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The Park World Excellence Awards celebrate the very best of the attractions industry Credit: Park World
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.
Now in their seventh year, the awards have established themselves as a key industry benchmark for creativity, innovation and guest experience.
Categories cover the full breadth of the sector, from rollercoasters, dark rides and waterpark experiences to theming, product innovation, live entertainment and more. Entries were open to projects launched between July 2024 and July 2025, with submissions assessed by the judging panel.
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The four-day event featured a tradeshow, education programme, special all-day events and networking opportunities
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.
More than 7,000 attendees descended on the Shanghai New International Expo Center (SINEC) for the four-day expo.
Delegates included key industry leaders such as Disney Parks International MD Jill Estorino and Trip.com Group VP Cecilia Qin, alongside 5,651 buyers from 85 countries.
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Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit rollercoaster opened at Universal Orlando Resort in 2009 Credit: Universal
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, a steel rollercoaster known for its onboard musical experience, will close permanently at Universal Studios Florida on August 18, 2025.
Universal confirmed plans to retire the attraction in December 2024, following filings with the South Florida Water Management District outlining its removal “to make way for a new experience.” Details about the replacement attraction have yet to be revealed.
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The new attraction is Brogent’s first flying theatre in Mexico Credit: Brogent
Brogent Technologies has officially launched its first flying theater attraction in Mexico, unveiling the immersive “Vuela México Por El Mundo” at the newly opened Aztlán Parque Urbano in Mexico City.
Located in the heart of Chapultepec Park, Aztlán Parque Urbano aims to set a new benchmark for sustainable urban entertainment by combining cutting-edge attraction design with Mexico’s vibrant cultural heritage.
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Hyperia picked up the award for Best New Attraction in 2024 Credit: Thorpe Park
Nominations are now open for the 2025 edition of the UK Theme Park Awards, with the general public invited to put forward their favourite parks and attractions across 22 categories — including several new additions across a number of areas.
Organised annually to celebrate excellence across the UK’s theme park industry, the awards invite fans and industry professionals alike to have their say. Submissions for nominations are now open and can be made online until June 10th, ahead of a public vote set to take place later this year.
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Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo has reopened its reimagined Expédition Nautibus dark ride
France’s Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo has officially reopened its dark ride experience following a significant overhaul, combining two former attractions - Nautibus and Abyssal Descender - into a single unified underwater journey.
Now known as Expédition Nautibus, BoldMove Nation is behind the three-month transformation, which involved a full technical upgrade, a new narrative, and redesigned thematic elements throughout the submarine ride.
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The Point Surf Park will feature the first Endless Surf lagoon to be built in the US Credit: Endless Surf
Florida’s first surf park will open to the public in 2026, with Endless Surf technology set to be utilised in the groundbreaking attraction.
Covering 42,500sq m (457,000sq ft), The Point Surf Park will feature an Endless Surf lagoon - the first to be built in the US - and is being positioned as a central hub for Florida’s thriving surf community.
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Godzilla the Ride will bring the iconic kaiju to Brogent’s flying theatres this summer Credit: Toho Co
Brogent Technologies has partnered with Japanese entertainment company Toho Co to develop a brand new flying theatre experience based on the iconic Godzilla IP.
Called Godzilla The Ride, the film will debut globally in the Summer across Brogent’s i-Ride flying theatre venues - in both leading theme parks and entertainment centres.
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SpongeBob’s Crazy Carnival Ride has made its first appearance outside of the US, with the attraction now open to the public at Antalya’s Land of Legend.
Part of the park’s newly unveiled Nickelodeon Land, the attraction is a collaboration between Alterface and Sally Dark Rides, and is the first SpongeBob SquarePants-themed dark ride to open outside the US.
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Expedition Odyssey will take riders on a thrilling exploration of the Arctic ocean Credit: United Parks & Resorts
The SeaWorld Orlando resort in Florida, US, has revealed the opening date for its upcoming Expedition Odyssey attraction.
The family-friendly attraction will open on May 1, 2025, with pass holders able to access the ride from April 26.
Expedition Odyssey has been described by SeaWorld Orlando park president Jon Peterson as an “adventure unlike anything our guests have experienced before.”
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Vekoma is celebrating the launch of its new Orlando offices Credit: Vekoma
Vekoma has announced a major expansion of its global operations, with the company opening a new and expanded office in Orlando, Florida.
Enhancing its global presence and its ability to deliver products and services in the region, Vekoma’s new Orlando office will serve as the company’s official headquarters for operations across the Americas.
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The new attraction is themed on DC’s The Flash Credit: Six Flags Great Adventure
A new attraction from ride manufacturer Vekoma will open at Six Flags Great Adventure this Spring, with The Flash: Vertical Velocity representing North America’s first Super Boomerang coaster.
A significant addition to the park’s roster of thrill rides. The Flash: Vertical Velocity is inspired by the DC Comics superhero of the same name, with the ride set to feature forward and backward launches, four inversions, 10 airtime moments and a top speed of 60mph (97kmph).
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Brogent is supplying a flying theatre attraction to Niagara Parks Credit: Brogent
Brogent is set for an exciting year, with the launch of seven major projects across the globe in 2025.
Including six flying theatres and an immersive motion simulator, the new attractions will open in Canada, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Japan, China and Hong Kong.
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German ride manufacturer Huss Park Attractions is celebrating the successful opening of the new Toxicator ride at Alton Towers.
The latest addition to UK park’s Forbidden Valley area, Toxicator is located next to the Nemesis Reborn coaster, which recently underwent an extensive 18-month transformation, reopening last year with a new 716m (2,350ft) track. Together, these attractions mark the next chapter in the evolution of Forbidden Valley, which is undergoing a significant modernisation at the hands of Merlin.
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The Lola is a new advanced trackless ride system with omnidirectional movements Credit: Rogue Rides
Rogue Rides, a new brand from BoldMove Nation, has announced the launch of a new omnidirectional trackless ride system it says is set to redefine the dark ride experience.
The system's first model, The Lola, offers cutting-edge precision engineering that delivers seamless mobility and immersive, dynamic experiences. The trackless technology allows for vehicles to navigate without the constraints of traditional rails or cables, offering greater flexibility in ride design. This next-generation system, says the maker, ensures a smooth ride through high-precision sensors, advanced show control software, and enhanced safety features, making it ideal for creating thrilling and customisable attractions.
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Credit: Merlin Entertainments
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.
The third Merlin-owned Merlin-owned Peppa Pig Theme Park to open globally, the new site represents a significant investment of over US$40m (€38.1m, £31.4m), offering families an immersive experience that brings the beloved characters of the brand to life.
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Into The Deep is coming to Six Flags Qiddiya City later this year Credit: Triotech
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.
Following the success of the Primordial Interactive Dark Coaster, which won the IAAPA Brass Ring Award for Best New Product in the Major Ride/Attraction category, Triotech is set to expand its portfolio with a number of new attractions.
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The Action League Compact Edition can accommodate up to 288 riders per hour Credit: Alterface
Alterface is marking a significant milestone in 2025 with the debut of its first Action League attraction in China.
The new ride, which opened in time for the Chinese New Year at Suzhou Paradise Forest World, is located in the park’s Candy World section, within a three-story indoor family entertainment area.
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From waterpark suppliers and media specialists to creative designers, dark ride producers and operations specialists, Planet Attractions has gone to every corner of the globe to find out what’s hot in 2025.
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Mandoria has welcomed the Vekoma designed Aquila Credit: 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.
The coaster, along with a brand-new themed zone, marks a significant expansion for the attraction, which continues to expand its year-round offerings in a bid to attract thrill-seekers of all ages.
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A quick message from the team at Planet Attractions to say thank you and to wish you a happy holiday.
Four years on from our inception, we’ve partnered with multiple expos, awards shows, suppliers and media partners from all over the world, working with each of them to produce high quality content and to help support this fantastic industry.
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Orlando FreeFall has since been removed from Icon Park
The parents of a boy who died after falling from Icon Park’s Orlando FreeFall, have been awarded US$310m (€294.5m, £243m) following a detailed investigation into the accident.
Fourteen-year-old Tyre Sampson died in March 2022, with an inquiry revealing that the ride’s operators manually adjusted the seat sensors, rendering it unsafe for use.
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Siren’s Curse is a Tilt Coaster opening at Cedar Point Credit: Vekoma
The last year has been stacked for ride manufacturer Vekoma, which is celebrating a bumper year in 2024, along with major announcements and completions for both 2025 and 2026.
In the US in 2024, Vekoma has opened Snoopy’s Soap Box Racers at King’s Island, which takes its inspiration from the soap box racing derby, inviting children and their parents the chance to choose their favourite Peanuts-decorated car before racing through a track filled with twists and turns.
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Credit: HUSS
Ride supplier HUSS is celebrating after winning two Brass Ring Awards at the recent IAAPA Expo.
HUSS’s Break Dance 5 picked up the Brass Ring Award for Best New Attraction, while its Sky Tower Multimedia won the second-place award for Best New Product Concept.
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Planet Rides is the latest addition to the Planet Attractions portfolio
Planet Attractions is expanding its portfolio of websites, announcing the launch of its brand-new portal, www.planetrides.com.
Backed by significant growth and catering to both ride manufacturers and suppliers, Planet Rides is the first expansion of the Planet Attractions brand since its launch in December 2020.
After direct consultation with ride suppliers across the industry, Planet Rides will offer a focused look at all types of rides, including rollercoasters, dark rides, waterslides, flying theatres and much more.
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Grupo Vidanta and VidantaWorld's BON Luxury Theme Park will feature 23 world class attractions with a major addition unveiled at IAAPA Expo.
Called Tecuani Beast, the new rollercoaster from Vekoma Rides is a multi launch coaster featuring more than 16 seconds of airtime across the ride experience.
Following the announcement of BON Luxury Theme Park, Vekoma followed up with the new coaster, unveiling the ride car during a press event.
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