Archive For 2020
Spiegel This week, as we all know, the governor of California put out guidelines for theme park re-openings. The guidelines are onerous, disappointing, and poorly conceived. Governor Newsom sent a small delegation to Disney World Florida roughly three weeks ago to see the policies, procedures, and implementations Disney and other operators have put into practice […]
NEEDHAM, Mass. — Firestone Financial, a subsidiary of Berkshire Bank, today announced the results of their amusement industry survey, including purchasing needs and industry event attendance plans over the next year. “Our customers and industry partners have faced their greatest challenges this year – from shut downs to shifts in consumer behavior to changes and […]
GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Gateway Ticketing Systems has been named the 22nd fastest growing company in 2020 by Lehigh Valley Business. The Lehigh Valley Business Fastest Growing Companies awards program celebrates the Greater Lehigh Valley’s most dynamic companies who progressively contribute to the success of the region’s economic growth and stability. To qualify, companies had to meet selection criteria based on […]
BEIJING — Universal Beijing Resort today unveiled jaw-dropping details of the multiple entertainment experiences available for guests at its expansive destination resort. Universal Beijing Resort features the Universal Studios Beijing theme park, Universal CityWalk Beijing and two extraordinary hotels, The Universal Studios Grand Hotel and the NUO Resort Hotel. The widely anticipated resort has now […]
AT: Tim Baldwin LOGAN, Utah — If there are silver linings to find during the global pandemic, one would be the opportunity for creative people to think outside the box. The engineers and management at S&S Worldwide knew this was an ideal time to offer something new, but also be cognizant of park operators’ financial challenges […]
CHICAGO, Ill. — Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball, announced today the appointment of Edward (Eddie) Yates as Help Desk Customer Service Technical Support Engineer. Eddie will report to the Director of Technical Support, Patrick Powers. Stern added Eddie to strengthen its […]
While the dust has just settled on Quassy Amusement & Waterpark’s 2020 season, the maintenance staff at the Middlebury, Conn., lakeside property wasted no time in prepping for next year. Sections of the Saturation Station interactive modular water play area have been repainted (first two photos) and are ready to be reinstalled in Quassy’s Splash […]
DALLAS — Transforming the business of fun since 2001, Embed, the worldwide leader of the cashless business management systems and solutions for the amusement, entertainment and leisure industries, is proud to partner with Scary Strokes, located in Waldorf, Maryland, to launch the award-winning Mobile Wallet. Implementing Embed’s Mobile Wallet not only enabled Scary Strokes to effectively offer their guests safe, […]
COHOES, N.Y. — ADG Mountainsides is proud to announce the opening of their latest mountain coaster at the US Olympic Venue in Lake Placid, New York. At 7,000 ft long, it takes the title of the longest mountain coaster in North America and travels alongside the 1980 Olympic bobsled track. The coaster opened for its first ride […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — AIMS International, the unmatched leader in amusement safety education, is pleased to announce two exciting changes to its 2021 Virtual Safety Seminar. New this year, Ellis & Associates will deliver the seminar’s aquatic curriculum, ensuring a comprehensive and innovative program providing the most current industry information and global trends. Additionally, this year’s […]
