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Business of Fun contest now open
T
he IAAPA Foundation of the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions has teamed up with JA Worldwide to sponsor a global, on-line contest for 14 to 19 year-old students who are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit.
The Business of Fun contest gives
young people the opportunity to submit an idea for—or innovation of— new or improved rides, attractions, entertainment, and shows. Students are encouraged to also consider other elements of a guest’s experience: wait times, park facilities and lighting, safety, and food and beverage options. It’s all about creative business innovation that will increase the appeal of parks and attractions for all age segments. Submissions may include an original work of art, a video, an infographic, photos,
graphics, documents, or any other format that demonstrates the student’s business innovation and will be accepted at
jaworldwide.org/businessoffun before Aug. 31, 2017. The top innovator will win a trip to the IAAPA International Attractions Expo in Orlando, Fla., Nov. 13–17, 2017. The trip includes transportation, lodging, meals for the winner, a family member, and a JA sponsor (if applicable), as well as a private meeting with three key industry executives and VIP visits to Orlando attractions.
Biggest animatronic ever built set for Carthageland
EOS Rides, an Italian ride and attractions developer, has created the world’s biggest ever animatronic figure – which is to be the centerpiece of a customised spinning coaster also designed and built by EOS.
The gorilla has been crafted to
resemble the famous King Kong, with specialist craftsmen at EOS having studied the animal in real life, in order to make the figure as realistic as possible. The figure is 13 metres (42 ft) tall, and moves in true King Kong style. The ape spends most of its time resting on its knuckles, turning his head and looking round until it suddenly rises to its full height, opens its mouth and emits a fierce roar – which is sure to frighten even the bravest of guests. The gargantuan audio system ensures that his roar can be heard from up to a kilometer away. Every detail has been catered for, with guests even able to see hot breath pouring from the ape’s nostrils. Carthageland, a major theme park in Hammamet, Tunisia, is the new home to this beast and is installing the huge animatronic, as well as its accompanying spinning coaster, on top of an existing building. The coaster, which is 280 metres (900 ft) long will reach a maximum linear speed of 60 km/h and is currently being installed on site.
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JULY 2017
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