Archive For 2020

International Ride Training unveils COVID-19 support services to the amusement industry

By | May 4, 2020

NASHVILLE — In response to the unprecedented challenges facing the amusement industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, International Ride Training LLC has announced a bevy of new services to support of the industry as it moves toward pre- opening. “IRT recognizes that many industry colleagues, and the wider community, are re-writing the traditional book on how […]

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May is National Water Safety Month

By | May 4, 2020

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — A coalition of water safety partners, including the American Red Cross, the National Recreation and Park Association, the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance and the World Waterpark Association, will work together to promote May as National Water Safety Month (NWSM). NWSM engages the public to raise awareness about water safety and […]

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The National WWII Museum reaffirms commitment to Gateway Ticketing Systems

By | May 4, 2020

GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — The National WWII Museum in New Orleans has chosen Gateway Ticketing Systems and their Galaxy software as their ticketing and admission control solution of the future; reaffirming the Museum’s 17 year client relationship with Gateway and Galaxy. The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American experience in the war that changed the […]

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Stern Pinball announces #PlayStrong initiative

By | May 1, 2020

CHICAGO, Il. — Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the iconic and outrageously fun modern American game of pinball, today announced the Stern Pinball #PlayStrong Initiative. There is something magical and wild when we experience the silverball in an up close and personal manner.  To feel the beating of your heart as the […]

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American Pinball hires Dave Brennan as Technical Services Manager

By | May 1, 2020

American Pinball is pleased to announce the hiring of Dave Brennan as Technical Services Manager. With over 7 years troubleshooting, fixing and restoring pinball machines of all eras, Dave brings his wealth of experience to ensure that all customer and distributor needs will be met when it comes to hands-on technical support and guidance. One […]

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Funtown Splashtown cancels the entire season

By | May 1, 2020

To the loyal friends and fans of Funtown Splashtown USA, Greetings from The Park. In this unprecedented and incredibly difficult time in The World, we hope this message finds you, and those you love and care about, in good health and strong spirits. The Covid-19 global pandemic has altered everything we know, and do, in […]

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Accesso appoints new CFO

By | May 1, 2020

accesso – the world’s premier technology solutions provider to leisure, entertainment and cultural markets – has announced that Fern MacDonald, an experienced international accounting and finance professional who has served as accesso’s SVP of Finance since 2018, has been appointed as the company’s Chief Financial Officer. Fern will also join the Board of accesso, effective immediately.  Prior […]

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The Chance Rides service beyond team here for you and ready for your opening!

By | May 1, 2020

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An important update from the Busch Gardens CEO

By | May 1, 2020

For decades, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens parks have invited guests to experience the wonders of our world and the animals we share it with. As our world has forever changed, and is still changing, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, I’m writing you today with an update on what we’re doing to help the […]

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Thinkwell Group publishes post COVID-19 white paper for location-based entertainment industry when reopening parks, museums, & entertainment venues

By | April 30, 2020

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — In a white paper published today, Thinkwell Group addresses seven areas for location-based entertainment owners and operators to consider when reopening their park, museum, attraction, or entertainment venue in a post COVID-19 world. From the entrance experience, ticketing processes, and queues to touchless interactives and VR, the white paper details concepts […]

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