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Six Flags names new CEO
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has named James Reid-Anderson as its new chairman, president and chief executive officer (CEO), effective immediately.
Angela’s Crealy big adventure down under!
The founder of Crealy Adventure Parks in South West England is embarking for a new life in Australia with her family. Angela Wright MBE is moving to Melbourne with husband David and children Edward, Tim and Amy.
Rasmus Klump arrives at Tivoli
Based on a popular Danish cartoon franchise, Rasmus Klump’s Verden at Tivoli in Copenhagen is a new play area featuring the popular bear (also known as Petzi).
Maurer goes to Rome
Rainbow Magic Land, a major new theme park currently taking shape outside Rome, will feature, amongst other attractions, two rollercoasters by Maurer Söhne.
Simworx goes to the seaside!
Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach in England has opened a new 4D effects theatre from Simworx.
Polin unveils King Cobra
Combining an intense riding experience with great visual impact and spectator appeal, King Cobra from Polin offers a unique waterpark experience.“
Rocket wows Düsseldorf
The latest extreme attraction from the Austrian ride manufacturer Funtime Handels was unveiled this July in Düsseldorf.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi - update
Ahead of its official opening on October 28, the developers of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi have confirmed the full list of rides and attractions at this, the world’s largest indoor theme park.
Zamperla pulls out of Italian park
As it concentrates its efforts on the new Luna Park at Coney Island in New York, Zamperla has severed its formal links with the Minitalia Leolandia park near Milan, Italy (pictured).
Gillian's Funland returns
Gillian's Funland, Sea Isle City, New Jersey, has expanded by more than 60% in its second season.
Nightmare in Norway!
Europe’s first interactive “5D” haunted house from Alterface has opened at Tusenfryd in Oslo, Norway.
‘It’s all about discounting and earnings‘
As I look at our industry and large corporations that now dominate ownership, one thing comes clearly through: “It’s all about earnings.” That is not a bad thing, but make no mistake, this is the driving force that charts the course for public companies.
OCT orders duelling coaster for Wuhan
Following the popularity of China’s first ever wooden coaster at Happy Valley Shanghai, Martin & Vleminckx (M&V) has been contracted to supply a duelling coaster for the OCT group’s new park in Wuhan.
