The Leadership Breakfast is always a well-attended event
IAAPA proudly welcomes the world’s leaders in amusement and entertainment to attend the Euro Attractions Show (EAS) 2016, centrally located in one of Europe’s top travel destinations: Barcelona, Spain. More than 435 companies from 60 countries will exhibit new products and innovations across a dynamic, record-breaking 12,000sqm trade show floor EAS 2016 offers attendees the opportunity to grow, explore and connect through multiple channels:
• Get an up-close look at the latest strides in amusement and entertainment technology.
• Meet with key players in the global attractions industry.
• Make central business decisions on the trade show floor.
• Stay informed on the industry’s best practices though seminars and demonstrations.
EAS 2016 offers a comprehensive conference programme that features more than 20 hours of education, including the IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers, Lunch and Learn seminars and the Leadership Breakfast.
EAS 2016 will take place from 20 to 22 September in Barcelona’s Fira Gran Via Convention Center, one of Europe’s largest and most modern convention venues.
The conference portion of EAS 2016 will be located at both the Fira Gran Convention Center and at PortAventura, running from 18 to 22 September. Attendees are additionally invited to catch an exclusive glimpse of Ferrari Land, PortAventura’s upcoming attraction.
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Promotional feature: IDEATTACK
IDEATTACK’s new project in Hainan, China,
introduces the storytelling elements of a
theme park to the oceanarium concept
Science Museums: Shaping Tomorrow
Brazil’s Museum of Tomorrow uses
constantly updating, real-time digital
collection to communicate with visitors.
We met members of the team
Promotional feature: EAS
This year, the Euro Attractions Show is
coming to the Spanish city of Barcelona
Disney Special: Shanghai Disney: The Best Yet?
As Disney opens its first resort in mainland
China, our special feature examines its
business model, its potential impact and
the modernisation of the Disney castle park
New Openings: Space Inversion
A new contemporary museum district
in the Netherlands – Museumplein
Limburg – features a science centre,
a design museum and an inverted
planetarium. We take a closer look
Promotional feature: Polin
Polin’s patented technologies, extensive R&D and creative flair have made it one of the world’s leading waterpark design and manufacturing companies
Waterparks: Taking the Plunge
Waterpark suppliers constantly develop
their product offers. We dive into the
world of waterpark R&D to find out more
Zoos & Aquariums: The Long Game
UK safari park Longleat is undertaking a
decade-long upgrade that starts by going
back to its roots. As the attraction turns
50, CEO Bob Montgomery explains how
he’s bridging the past and the future
Location: Fira Gran Via Convention Center, Barcelona
Dates: Conference: 18-22 September Trade Show: 20-22 September
EAS in Numbers
• 9,000 attractions industry professionals • 15+ education sessions • 425+ exhibiting companies • 21 hours of exhibit time • 4 days of networking opportunities • 1 IAAPA Safety Institute • 1 IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers
IAAPA EMEA
IAAPA has expanded the scope of its European regional office to now incorporate both the Middle East and Africa, forming a new entity known as IAAPA EMEA.
The expanded office monitors issues and advocates on behalf of the attractions industry for the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions, providing communications and media relations support, offering the latest knowledge and education on ride safety, industry data and best practices amongst members. The EMEA office is responsible for IAAPA’s Euro Attractions Show (EAS).
IAAPA’s European office in Brussels, Belgium, first opened its doors in 2001, undergoing a restructuring in 2007.
“Located within a three-hour time difference from the Middle East, our regional office is best equipped to service the Middle East and Africa regions,” said Karen Stanley, senior vice president of IAAPA EMEA Operations. “We have a strong European presence in those regions, which contributes to the synergy between the Middle East, Africa and Europe, and our office is prepared to expand operations as IAAPA’s new EMEA regional office. With explosive growth in the Middle East and the quickly emerging market in the continent of Africa, we look forward to playing a role in this exciting growth period for the attractions industry.”
IAAPA The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide. Founded in 1918, IAAPA is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions, and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the attractions industry.
The association’s global headquarters is in Alexandria, Virginia, United States and it maintains regional offices in Brussels, Hong Kong, Mexico City and Orlando.
Mission Statement “Our mission is to serve the membership by promoting safe operations, global development, professional growth, and commercial success of the amusement parks and attractions industry.”
IAAPA hosts three trade shows on an annual basis: • Asian Attractions Expo from June 14-16 in Shanghai, China • Euro Attractions Expo from 20-22 September in Barcelona, Spain • IAAPA Attractions Expo from 15-18 November in Orlando, USA
At EAS, attendees get an up-close look at the latest product innovations
More information on EAS: Visit www.IAAPA.org/EAS or contact the IAAPA Europe offices at [email protected]
EAS 2016
PortAventura, southern Europe’s leading theme park, is hosting parts of the EAS conference
The Leadership Breakfast is always a well-attended event
IAAPA proudly welcomes the world’s leaders in amusement and entertainment to attend the Euro Attractions Show (EAS) 2016, centrally located in one of Europe’s top travel destinations: Barcelona, Spain. More than 435 companies from 60 countries will exhibit new products and innovations across a dynamic, record-breaking 12,000sqm trade show floor EAS 2016 offers attendees the opportunity to grow, explore and connect through multiple channels:
• Get an up-close look at the latest strides in amusement and entertainment technology.
• Meet with key players in the global attractions industry.
• Make central business decisions on the trade show floor.
• Stay informed on the industry’s best practices though seminars and demonstrations.
EAS 2016 offers a comprehensive conference programme that features more than 20 hours of education, including the IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers, Lunch and Learn seminars and the Leadership Breakfast.
EAS 2016 will take place from 20 to 22 September in Barcelona’s Fira Gran Via Convention Center, one of Europe’s largest and most modern convention venues.
The conference portion of EAS 2016 will be located at both the Fira Gran Convention Center and at PortAventura, running from 18 to 22 September. Attendees are additionally invited to catch an exclusive glimpse of Ferrari Land, PortAventura’s upcoming attraction.
Read more from this issue of Spa Business magazine
Promotional feature: IDEATTACK
IDEATTACK’s new project in Hainan, China,
introduces the storytelling elements of a
theme park to the oceanarium concept
Science Museums: Shaping Tomorrow
Brazil’s Museum of Tomorrow uses
constantly updating, real-time digital
collection to communicate with visitors.
We met members of the team
Promotional feature: EAS
This year, the Euro Attractions Show is
coming to the Spanish city of Barcelona
Disney Special: Shanghai Disney: The Best Yet?
As Disney opens its first resort in mainland
China, our special feature examines its
business model, its potential impact and
the modernisation of the Disney castle park
New Openings: Space Inversion
A new contemporary museum district
in the Netherlands – Museumplein
Limburg – features a science centre,
a design museum and an inverted
planetarium. We take a closer look
Promotional feature: Polin
Polin’s patented technologies, extensive R&D and creative flair have made it one of the world’s leading waterpark design and manufacturing companies
Waterparks: Taking the Plunge
Waterpark suppliers constantly develop
their product offers. We dive into the
world of waterpark R&D to find out more
Zoos & Aquariums: The Long Game
UK safari park Longleat is undertaking a
decade-long upgrade that starts by going
back to its roots. As the attraction turns
50, CEO Bob Montgomery explains how
he’s bridging the past and the future
Location: Fira Gran Via Convention Center, Barcelona
Dates: Conference: 18-22 September Trade Show: 20-22 September
EAS in Numbers
• 9,000 attractions industry professionals • 15+ education sessions • 425+ exhibiting companies • 21 hours of exhibit time • 4 days of networking opportunities • 1 IAAPA Safety Institute • 1 IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers
IAAPA EMEA
IAAPA has expanded the scope of its European regional office to now incorporate both the Middle East and Africa, forming a new entity known as IAAPA EMEA.
The expanded office monitors issues and advocates on behalf of the attractions industry for the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions, providing communications and media relations support, offering the latest knowledge and education on ride safety, industry data and best practices amongst members. The EMEA office is responsible for IAAPA’s Euro Attractions Show (EAS).
IAAPA’s European office in Brussels, Belgium, first opened its doors in 2001, undergoing a restructuring in 2007.
“Located within a three-hour time difference from the Middle East, our regional office is best equipped to service the Middle East and Africa regions,” said Karen Stanley, senior vice president of IAAPA EMEA Operations. “We have a strong European presence in those regions, which contributes to the synergy between the Middle East, Africa and Europe, and our office is prepared to expand operations as IAAPA’s new EMEA regional office. With explosive growth in the Middle East and the quickly emerging market in the continent of Africa, we look forward to playing a role in this exciting growth period for the attractions industry.”
IAAPA The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide. Founded in 1918, IAAPA is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions, and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the attractions industry.
The association’s global headquarters is in Alexandria, Virginia, United States and it maintains regional offices in Brussels, Hong Kong, Mexico City and Orlando.
Mission Statement “Our mission is to serve the membership by promoting safe operations, global development, professional growth, and commercial success of the amusement parks and attractions industry.”
IAAPA hosts three trade shows on an annual basis: • Asian Attractions Expo from June 14-16 in Shanghai, China • Euro Attractions Expo from 20-22 September in Barcelona, Spain • IAAPA Attractions Expo from 15-18 November in Orlando, USA
At EAS, attendees get an up-close look at the latest product innovations
More information on EAS: Visit www.IAAPA.org/EAS or contact the IAAPA Europe offices at [email protected]
EAS 2016
PortAventura, southern Europe’s leading theme park, is hosting parts of the EAS conference
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