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Baynum Amusement Solutions Welcomes Andy Maurek as Director of Amusement Solutions
Baynum Amusement Solutions proudly welcomes Andy Maurek as the Director of their Amusement Division, marking a pivotal addition to the company’s leadership team. Maurek assumes responsibility for developing new business, managing projects, cultivating pivotal client and vendor relationships, and spearheading growth efforts. Maurek will begin at Baynum Amusement Solutions on December 4.Maurek’s journey commenced over 40 years ago at Hyland Hills Water World, where his hands-on approach and insightful
Big Cedar Lodge, Top of the Rock and RWS Global Brighten Up Home for the Holidays this Season in a Whole New Light
Big Cedar Lodge, America’s premier wilderness resort, nestled in the heart of the Ozarks is thrilled to announce a magical partnership with RWS Global, a leader in creating live experiences around the world. Together, Big Cedar Lodge and RWS Global are set to transform the holiday season into an unforgettable Christmas experience for families and friends of all ages. This holiday collaboration promises to bring the Spirit of Christmas to life in a spectacular way, combining the rustic charm of Big Cedar
L3DFX CELEBRATES AN INCREDIBLE IAAPA EXPO 2023
GLOBAL DESIGN FIRM HONORED WITH INDUSTRY BRASS RING AWARD AND THE ELECTION OF EMILY POPOVICH, CHIEF OF SALES AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE THEMED ENTERTAINMENT ASSOCIATION (TEA). L3DFX, the award-winning creative studio and design and fabrication firm, is celebrating its most successful IAAPA Expo ever. Exhibiting at the global event once again, L3DFX’s incredible team was honored throughout Expo. On November 16, 2023, it was announced that Emily Popovich, L3DFX, Chief of Sales
NEW NRCMA WEBSITE TO SHOWCASE COLLECTION
New site makes it easier to view the collection and to accept donationsThe National Roller Coaster Museum & Archives (NRCMA) is updating its virtual home. With the help of SD Professionals, the NRCMA has relaunched rollercoastermuseum.org with an updated look, feel and greater efficiency. “I am really excited to present this update to our website,” Pete Owens, NRCMA board member said. “The platform modernizes the site to allow more of the collection to be shared, our merchandise shop to be expanded and
WhiteWater’s AquaForms 12 Wins First Place Brass Ring Award for Best New Product
At IAAPA Expo 2023, WhiteWater was honoured with a Brass Ring Award for First Place, Best New Product, Water Park Ride/Attraction under $2 million, for its unique aquatic play structure: Elevated AquaForms 12. Reflecting “the innovation and unwavering spirit of our industry,” Elevated AquaForms 12 is part of a highly configurable aquatic play system designed to fulfill the different needs of children, parents, operators, as well as aquatic designers. Meticulously engineered with standardized parts
Lake Compounce Dazzles the Season Beginning November 24 with Holiday Lights
America’s First Amusement Park celebrates a season of giving beginning Tuesday, November 28 in partnership with the Bristol Boys and Girls Club Magic and wonder fill the air at America’s First Amusement Park as Holiday Lights returns to Lake Compounce for the 2023 season. The holiday season will officially begin on Friday, November 24 at 5 p.m. as the gates reopen to families and the park welcomes guests back to New England’s favorite holiday tradition. This season, visitors can expect to be
Ellis & Associates Introduces EllisDocs, The First Customizable App-Based Service to Combine Task Management, Record-Keeping and Accountability
Custom app, including a free version, available to clients of ANY aquatic safety organization For 40 years, Ellis & Associates (E&A) has been modernizing and improving aquatic safety; the result of thousands of hours of research and testing both in the lab and in the field. E&A has introduced more than 45 innovations in aquatic safety and is proud to launch yet another innovation this year at IAAPA EXPO in Orlando. EllisDocs, the proprietary new app-based technology solution, will allow aquatic facilities,
Story Land Announces 70th Celebration Plus New Additions to All-Moo Water Play Area Coming for 2024
The Place Where Fantasy Lives introduces a new food and beverage location, all-new bath house and new retail location fit for the whole herd within Moo Lagoon The cow-down is officially on, as Story Land announced its official 70th Celebration coming in 2024, highlighted by the addition of the all-moo, all-new Moo Lagoon. The completely reimagined farm-tastic-themed area will feature an interactive water play area, three water slides, a new food and beverage stand, new retail location and a brand new
ProSlide wins First Place IAAPA Brass Ring Award 2023
We are thrilled to announce a momentous achievement – the receipt of the prestigious IAAPA Brass Ring Award in the category of Best New Water Park Ride. Our groundbreaking creation, Saifa - Dueling RocketBLAST Water Coaster, has been recognized as the epitome of innovation and excellence in the realm of water park attractions. This esteemed award is a resounding testament to ProSlide's unwavering dedication and hard work in the dynamic field of water ride design and manufacturing. We are profoundly
Roller Coaster Museum welcomes fully restored, 1911 side friction car to Plainview
The National Roller Coaster Museum & Archives (NRCMA) is proud to announce the donation of a fully-restored, 1911 ride vehicle, originally from Derby Racer at Lakeside Park in Colorado, making it the oldest vehicle in the museum’s collection. The vehicle, which was restored over the past 20 years by Randy Duffer, features a rudimentary restraint system and required painstaking attention to detail to bring the vehicle back to life. “The Derby Racer is a unique part of amusement park history and a
WhiteWater’s Global Project Updates at IAAPA Expo 2023
During a press conference at IAAPA Expo 2023 in Orlando, WhiteWater showcased new products, gave updates on the progress of high-profile projects in each region, and elaborated on the trend of vertical water parks. The event began with the presentation of the complete Joy Economy book—a 300-page valuable resource proudly published by WhiteWater’s software arm, Vantage, featuring exclusive interviews with attractions industry leaders sharing their knowledge of best practices for great guest and employee
Skyline Attractions receives prestigious Brass Ring Award for P’Sghetti Bowl Children’s Coaster
Skyline Attractions is proud to announce that its groundbreaking P’Sghetti Bowl Children’s Coaster has been honored with the prestigious Brass Ring Award from IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions) in the category of Best New Product Under $3 Million. This esteemed accolade recognizes the innovative design, engineering excellence, and family-friendly thrills that the P’Sghetti Bowl Children’s Coaster brings to the amusement industry. The P’Sghetti Bowl Children’s Coaster
Splish Splash Water Park Announces Opening Day, Celebrates with Black Friday Season Pass Sale
New York’s Largest Water Park® is partnering with the Boys and Girls Club of the Bellport Area for Giving Tuesday The weather outside may be frightful but the team at New York’s Largest Water Park® is already looking ahead to the summer 2024 season. The park will officially reopen for a summer of splashes on Saturday, May 25, to celebrate the return of the summer season, the park is kicking off Black Friday early. Starting now, guests can save up to $40 on 2024 Season Passes when they purchase
Finance executive and former NBCUniversal CFO of Production & Operations Chris Lucarz joins RWS Global as Chief Financial Officer
RWS Global, the world’s largest producer of live experiences, announces the appointment of former NBCUniversal CFO of Production & Operations, Chris Lucarz to the role of Chief Financial Officer. Lucarz joins RWS Global with more than 20 years of experience in various leadership roles including, Vice President, Rockefeller Center Operations to SVP & CFO. With his extensive financial experience and strategic acumen Mr. Lucarz is poised to strengthen RWS Global’s financial and administration operations, as
I Want My IRTV; Registration for Ride Camp 2024 is now open!
Get out your "1980's NEON" and get ready to explore ride operations safety, excellence in guest service, and effective efficiency like never before. International Ride Training, the gold standard in operational safety services in the amusement industry, has opened registration for their Annual Safety School, known as Ride Camp. Scheduled for February 5-9, 2024, this year’s event will be held at the Historic Pleasure Pier in Galveston, Texas. Led by an impressive faculty with decades of attractions industry
Gateway Ticketing Systems, Inc. Serves as a Global Sponsor at This Year’s IAAPA EXPO as it Celebrates its 35th Anniversary
Gateway Ticketing Systems, Inc., the world leader in ticketing, admission control, and revenue-generating solutions within the attractions industry, is celebrating 35 years of being an industry leader and is excited to showcase its premier ticketing platform as a global sponsor at this year's IAAPA EXPO in Orlando during the show's run Nov. 14-17, 2023. The Company remains at the forefront of technological advancements by investing in research and development. Gateway's impact on the attractions industry
Tatvam Insights by NetServ and PB Amusement Form Strategic Referral Partner Agreement
Tatvam Insights, a leading provider of feedback analysis in the attraction and airport space, is pleased to announce a strategic referral partner agreement with PB Amusement, a prominent provider of amusement park and entertainment solutions. This partnership signifies a forward step for both companies as they collaborate to enhance customer experiences and drive business growth. Under this agreement, Tatvam Insights will refer its clients seeking amusement park and entertainment solutions to PB
S&S Worldwide, Inc. Announces Executive Management Change
With the on-going growth and success of S&S Worldwide, Inc. (“S&S”) comes the recent appointment of Jason R. Mons, currently serving as President, to the new position of President and CEO. Mons has had considerable influence in the leadership and operational success of S&S for nearly 20 years, helping to take the company from an exciting enterprise with primarily one product (tower rides) to a global corporation that has quadrupled its former size and become the largest U.S. manufacturer of roller coasters
PROSLIDE TECHNOLOGY INC UNVEILS EXCITING NEW WATER PARK RIDES AT IAAPA 2023 - BOOTH 2254
ProSlide Technology Inc., the global leader in water park design and manufacturing, is thrilled to announce its participation in IAAPA 2023 at Booth 2254. With over 37 years of experience in the industry, ProSlide is renowned for its innovation, quality, and commitment to customer satisfaction. At this year's IAAPA event, ProSlide will present an impressive lineup of new water park rides including Saifa at Siam Water Park, Tenerife, Vikingløp RallyRACER at Rulantica, Germany, Turtle Coaster at The Land of
Three 2023 WWA Leading Edge Awards for WhiteWater Projects
At the World Waterpark Association Show in New Orleans, USA, WhiteWater was honoured with three Leading Edge Awards for its innovation and creativity in these projects: Studio City Water ParkIsland Waterpark at ShowboatPirates Cove Aquapark on board MSC Seascape Through thoughtful design, unique theming, and exciting attractions, these projects demonstrate new possibilities in the world of leisure.When Space Travel Meets Art Deco: Studio City Water Park, IndoorHaving won a Leading Edge Award in 2021 for
