Archive For November, 2023
AT: B. Derek Shaw MONROEVILLE and WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — The annual ride safety education seminar offered by the Pennsylvania Amusement Parks and Attractions (PAPA) and the Pennsylvania State Showmen’s Association (PSSA) took place in late October/early November. The educational portion of the program was presented by members of the National Association of Amusement Ride Safety […]
AUSTIN, Texas — The newest location of Meow Wolf is everywhere… thanks to a collaboration with Mighty Coconut, the independent entertainment studio behind the most beloved and best rated multiplayer experience in virtual reality. Walkabout Mini Golf: Meow Wolf is opening to VR players globally on December 7. Here, players will be invited to putt […]
MAITLAND, Fla. — 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 […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. — 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 […]
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — 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 […]
ProSlide Technology Inc., the industry leader in water ride design and manufacturing, successfully enforced its patent rights in the United States. On November 9, 2023, a jury in Florida, USA found that WhiteWater West Industries Ltd. infringed patents owned by ProSlide for its innovative product, the FlyingSAUCER, and for its non-commercialized ORBIT technology, by offering similar […]
ORLANDO — November 9, 2023 saw a jury issue a split decision on a small number of claims in the patent litigation brought by ProSlide Technology against WhiteWater West Industries. From the eight patents asserted, WhiteWater eliminated five in their entirety from the case. In its complaint, ProSlide alleged that five WhiteWater products infringed 193 claims involving eight patents. Over the course […]
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. — The highly anticipated, dual-brand hotel at the popular Funplex amusement and water park in Mount Laurel, NJ is now open. This unique La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham hotel will offer a combined 125 guest rooms and versatile lodging options for both business travelers as well as leisure guests visiting […]
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — American Resort Management, LLC (ARM), a distinguished destination resort management and development company, is pleased to announce a promising partnership with Sports Hospitality Ventures (SHV), the exclusive licensee of Sports Illustrated Resorts, LLC (SI Resorts). Together, they are collaborating to introduce the SI Resorts brand to the marketplace, offering a fusion […]
