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Intamin group acquires Simworx out of administration
23 Jul 2026

Intamin group acquires Simworx out of administration

The Intamin group has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of UK immersive attractions specialist Simworx, securing the future of one of the industry's developers of media-based attractions. More>>
 
London Museum makes destination dining part of the attraction
22 Jul 2026

London Museum makes destination dining part of the attraction

London Museum will open four new food and drink destinations when it launches its new home at Smithfield on 28 November, making hospitality a central part of the visitor experience at one of the capital's biggest cultural openings of the year. More>>
 
OMA completes New Museum transformation with landmark expansion and Oberon restaurant


OMA completes New Museum transformation with landmark expansion and Oberon restaurant

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David Rockwell creates immersive magic destination, The Hand and The Eye

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13 Jul 2026

Montana Heritage Center opens with immersive exhibits and US$107 million investment

The Montana Historical Society has officially celebrated the opening of its new Montana Heritage Center, a US$107 million (£79 million, €92 million) destination that combines immersive storytelling with cutting-edge audiovisual technology to bring the sta More>>
 
10 Jul 2026

Universal launches new theme park model with Kids Resort

Universal Destinations and Experiences has launched a new regional theme park model with the opening of Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas. More>>
09 Jul 2026

San Antonio Zoo reports $283 million economic impact as expansion plans progress

San Antonio Zoo has reported a US$283 million economic impact for 2025, following a decade- long transformation programme that has seen almost US$200 million invested into the Texas attraction. More>>
 
08 Jul 2026

Great Barrier Reef attraction set for AU$180 million reinvention

Plans for the AU$180 million redevelopment of Reef HQ Aquarium in Townsville, Australia, are progressing, with the project set to transform the attraction into a global centre for reef education and conservation. More>>
26 Jun 2026

Mubadala makes €1 billion bid for Pierre and Vacances

Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed €1 billion offer to acquire Pierre and Vacances SA, the European holiday resort operator behind the continental European Center Parcs business. More>>
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Disneyland Paris has launched a new drone show, Disney Cascade of Lights.
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SeaWorld Orlando provides details of new dark ride ahead of launch
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SeaWorld Orlando has given a preview of the ride vehicles for SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep, a unique suspended dark ride set to open in 2026.
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DreamLab uses Christie projectors to update St Louis Grand Hall Experience
DreamLab uses Christie projectors to update St Louis Grand Hall Experience

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The Grand Hall Experience at St Louis Union Station in St Louis, US, has recently undergone a major upgrade, involving new projection technology, media servers, and new and refreshed content.
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TouchWood Play designs new kids’ club for Dubai’s Zuhha Island
TouchWood Play designs new kids’ club for Dubai’s Zuhha Island

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Bespoke play environment design and manufacturer TouchWood Play has announced that it is responsible for the creation of a new Kids’ Club on Zuhha Island, Dubai.
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Maurer Rides installs interactive indoor coaster at new Hi Space theme park in China
Maurer Rides installs interactive indoor coaster at new Hi Space theme park in China

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German rollercoaster designer and manufacturer Maurer Rides is installing what it describes as the world’s first interactive indoor rollercoaster featuring Spike technology at the new Hi Space indoor amusement park in Chongqing, China.
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Mack Animation releases Grand Prix of Europe film
Mack Animation releases Grand Prix of Europe film

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Feature film animation studio Mack Animation has released an animated film featuring German theme park Europa-Park mascots Ed and Edda.
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