Dalian Sun Asia Tourism Holding is a 12-year-old company held in high regard among the attractions industry in China. An operator of aquariums, animal encounters, children’s theme parks and hot spring spas, it is the only home-grown tourism company on the stock market in China, and a member of IAAPA.

A former aviation engineer (as indeed are many of senior members of RAAPA - the Russian Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions), Dmitri Vlasov decided to enter the amusement industry in 2002 following two years of research. Gerry Robinson met up with him at April's RAAPA Show in Moscow.

Dutch ride builder Mondial is known for its range of solid, well-engineered flat rides and Ferris wheels. An established player in the world of travelling fairs and carnivals, the company also has a loyal following from a select group of parks. Park World visits Mondial’s premises to discover why there’s more to this manufacturer than many may realise.