What's new in our Leisure and Attractions world?
Dear reader,

It’s been a promising month for the Leisure and Attractions industry. From national and regional announcements to the scheduled launch of the world’s first space hotel, we are delighted to see that the future is looking eventful.

Grab yourself a coffee and dive into our March newsletter. 
We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we did creating it for you.
SAUDI ENTERTAINMENT VENTURES: Saudi Entertainment Ventures “SEVEN” is the execution and investment arm of the Public Investment Fund “PIF” of Saudi Arabia in the entertainment sector.
Through its role as an investor, developer, and operator of various Entertainment offerings Kingdom-wide, SEVEN aims to build 20 entertainment destinations, 50 cinemas and 2 theme parks across Saudi Arabia with a mission of putting KSA firmly on the top ten list of global entertainment destinations by 2030.


ALSHAYA GROUP: Alshaya Group is a dynamic family-owned enterprise, first established in Kuwait in 1890. With a consistent record of growth and innovation, Alshaya Group is one of the world’s leading brand franchise operators, offering an unparalleled choice of well-loved international brands to customers. Some of its renowned entertainment brands include Tekzone, Kidzania, Quest.

VEKOMA: Vekoma Rides Manufacturing is one of the largest manufacturers of roller coasters & attractions in the world, known for its quality and innovation as reflected in the many installed coasters and attractions in over 40 countries. A market leader in the industry, VEKOMA specializes in creating unique experiences for the world’s most successful Amusement & Theme parks, moving their business to the next level.

SPREE INTERACTIVE: SPREE Interactive is a group of German VR technology specialists and game developers who are dedicated to producing cutting-edge multiplayer free-roam VR attractions. All products and games are ACTIVE. SOCIAL. FUN. Our technology has been integrated into VR Roller Coasters, VR Bumper Cars, and arena scale VR free-roam attractions.

POWER INTERACTIVE: Power Interactive provides bespoke interactive technology focusing on art, experiential, gamification, retailtainment, multi-sensory, and immersive audience experiences for theme parks and attractions, activation, retail, mall, museum, construction, experience centers, event, and exhibition environments across the Middle East and the USA.

POLE POSITION: Pole Position's specialized consultancy team brings more than +300 years of motorsports experience to all its projects and events to ensure commercial success. From motor racing circuit development and operational management to concept planning of indoor entertainment centers through to operational management and staff training for activities such as KARTING, ESPORTS RACING SIMULATORS including other bolt on activities such as VR, SPORTS SIMULATORS, LASER TAG, CLIMBING WALLS, ROPE PARK & ESCAPE ROOMS.

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MAJID AL FUTTAIM, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail, and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, has opened a variety of world-class entertainment experiences at City Centre Al Zahia including the largest cinema and largest bowling alley in Sharjah as well as the region’s leading family entertainment centre, Magic Planet. Read More
YAS ISLAND theme parks will become the first in the region to become fully contactless. A facial recognition technology offers quick and queue-free access to the parks, as well as contactless payment methods. Read More
PROSLIDE TECHNOLOGY., an industry leader in water ride manufacturing and design, has provided 17 new water slides for Atlantis Aquaventure Dubai Phase 3, including two cutting-edge water park towers with multiple RallyRACER mat racers, a WaterKINGDOM with the first KidzADVENTURE Tower and several water coasters, including the longest ever family rafting water coaster. Read More
WHITEWATER, a leading waterpark manufacturer, has announced that it will be providing an Endless Surf pool to a new development at The Club at Parkwood Village on Australia’s Gold Coast, 10 kilometres away from the world-famous Surfer’s Paradise. Read More
SEMNOX SOLUTIONS has enhanced its Inventory Management module to include the Recipe Management feature, which can be implemented to forecast and manufacture the recipes based on the historic sales data. Read More
SEGA's hot new game, Mission: Impossible Arcade, is now taking orders for delivery in North America. Read More
VIRTUAL CENTER offers a unique experience in the world of Virtual Reality Centre for the whole family from the age of seven, mixing thrills, discovery, immersion, reflection, all in one place for solo or team players. Read More
INTERCARD, the world leader in cashless technology for the amusement and attraction industries, recently completed its third installation for Village Entertainment’s Intencity group of family entertainment centers. Read More
TRIOTECH has announced a breakthrough alliance with Benoit Cornet and Bold Move to bring a new collaborative approach to the design of media-based attractions – with an emphasis on adding value for operators. Read More
The International Bowling Federation has appointed QUBICAAMF its official partner through to 2030. Read More
SPREE INTERACTIVE's latest attraction is Cyber Blaster, a VR bumper car experience. Read More
DOF ROBOTICSa producer of dynamic simulation platforms, has announced the launch of its newly revamped website, providing a streamlined, user-friendly experience for customers. The fully responsive site can be accessed on all platforms and devices and is now easier to use than ever. Read More
ZAMPERLAa leading ride manufacturer, has announced it will be hosting a monthly Funweek, designed to highlight fun and creativity, as well as special projects and new products. Over the last year, the company has been exploring new technologies and ideas and is looking forward to seeing people returning to parks and sharing memorable experiences. Read More
SEMNOX SOLUTIONS, a provider of technology for the entertainment and amusement industry, has announced that GameTime in Florida has achieved over 5% revenue impact with its kiosk upsell feature. Read More
SEGA Amusements International Managing Director Paul Williams, who has led the London-based amusement games supplier for most of his 22 years with Sega, has led a team to complete the purchase of the business from SEGA CORPORATION of Japan. Read More
The northmost climbing wall in the world; The tallest climbing walls in the world; The biggest climbing gyms in the USA and Europe; The most-watched climbing competition, etc. are but a few of the superlative achievements of WALLTOPIA over the years. WALLTOPIA has now captured these accomplishments in WALLTOPIA STORIES - a virtual exhibition of photographic and video reports on its successes. Read More
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Article by Mr. Grahame Campbell, Director of HSE, HSE Department, Jumeirah Beach Hotel & Wild Wadi Waterpark
The idea that ‘LEARNING CAN BE FUN AND FUN CAN PROMOTE LEARNING’ has created a new concept of EDUTAINMENT. MENALAC is happy to speak with SHAZAD ALI, CEO, CHEEKY MONKEYS, a leading multi-country edutainment brand on the ethos of his brand, how they have navigated through the COVID crisis and their future plans.  
Article by Seth Harkins, Creative Director, Adirondack Studios. Seth has been designing solutions, building teams, and worrying about schedules on behalf of Adirondack Studios and its clients around the world for 15 years.
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