Terry Monkton unveils Simworx’s new Metro of Time ride
Terry Monkton, CEO, Simworx
Simworx, a UK-based developer of dynamic media-based attractions, is set to launch a brand new attraction.
A motion simulator experience, Metro of Time takes guests on an adventure through history. On the ride, guests will experience a prehistoric safari, a treasure hunt through an Ancient Egyptian tomb, a Medieval quest and a chase across the Wild West.
Available for a 2020 install, the Metro of Time attraction consists of four Metro-themed 4D cinemas, each with a 40-person capacity. The units, available individually or in multiples, each feature 3DOF motion seats, surround sound audio, on-board special effects and seven LED screen ‘windows’.
"Our development team are always working on new and innovative ways to offer a thrilling experience to our clients,"
The ride pre-show will feature a geomagnetic storm, which rips a hole in the space-time continuum and causes the trains to malfunction, sending riders back in time.
As guests arrive at each ‘destination’, the carriage wall opens revealing a huge projection screen which, alongside the on-board screens, creates the immersive experience. The ride, says Simworx, is available with custom film content created to suit the client’s needs and theme.
“Our development team are always working on new and innovative ways to offer a thrilling experience to our clients,” said Simworx CEO, Terry Monkton. “Available in a full turnkey solution, this truly unique attraction is also ready for install early 2020.”
attractions-kit keyword : SIMWORX
The Metro of Time attraction is available with specially designed custom film content to suit a client’s venue and theme
June Ren introduces Jora Vision’s concept for new panda museum in China
June Ren, MD Asia, Jora Vision
Jora Vision has won a competition to develop a museum experience at The Giant Panda Breeding Research Base in Chengdu, China.
Officials at the facility, a renowned panda protection and research institute, challenged competition entrants to create an experience that would meet tourism demands, whilst working within the limited space.
Jora Vision impressed the judging panel with its concept of a walkthrough experience, which offers a ‘well-defined storyline’ and combined interactive exhibits with immersive theming and digital guidance solutions.
"It’s great to see that more and more tourist attractions, museums and heritage sites are contacting Jora Vision for our expertise of creating visitor experiences in an educational yet entertaining way."
“We’re very proud to work with the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, a famous institution in China and around the world,” says June Ren, MD Asia for Jora Vision.
“It’s great to see that more and more tourist attractions, museums and heritage sites are contacting Jora Vision for our expertise of creating visitor experiences in an educational yet entertaining way.”
The museum will provide an immersive and educational environment showcasing the important work the facility does in researching and protecting pandas.
attractions-kit keyword : JORA VISION
A new visitor experience from Jora Vision is planned for the breeding facility
SimEx-Iwerks reimagines children’s classic with new film says Mike Frueh
Mike Frueh, senior VP of Licensing and Distribution atSimEx-Iwerks
SimEx-Iwerks is set to launch a new animated 4D experience based on Rudyard Kipling’s iconic children’s novel, The Jungle Book.
The film, which is slated for release in 2020, is called Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure and is being developed by UK-based animation studio, Red Star 3D.
It will take audiences on a 10-minute adventure with Mowgli, Baloo, Shere Khan and Bagheera, as well as several new characters. A modern retelling, the story tackles the thorny issue of wildlife trafficking, as the characters must band together to protect a group of tiger cubs from poachers.
The custom script was written by Gary Grant and Howard Brodsky, director of Licensing and Distribution at SimEx-Iwerks.
"We recognised a need for highly entertaining, conservation-based content from a powerful brand that has instant name recognition, Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure delivers."
Mike Frueh, senior VP of Licensing and Distribution at SimEx-Iwerks, said: “We recognised a need for highly entertaining, conservation-based content from a powerful brand that has instant name recognition, Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure delivers.”
attractions-kit keyword : SIMWORX
Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure is slated for a 2020 release
Kunibert’s Abenteur will showcase Lagotronics capabilities, says Mark Beumers
Mark Beumers, CEO, Lagotronics
Lagotronics Projects is set to create a new interactive dark ride at the Wild and Freizeitpark Klotten wildlife park in Cochem, Germany.
Called Kunibert’s Abenteuer, Lagotronics will be responsible for all the design, theming and storytelling elements of the new ride, as well as its installation.
Expected to open in April 2020, the ride will be a contemporary spin on a traditional ghost train attraction. Kunibert’s Abenteuer will be based on the legend of a folkloric Germanic knight, who has been sent on a quest by his mother, Frau Schrute, to prove himself as courageous.
"Kunibert’s Abenteur is a funny, interactive experience for the whole family, and really showcases our capability as a company," - says Mark Beumers, CEO of Lagotronics
On-board, riders will come face-to-face with Kunibert’s ghostly ancestors, who are planning a spectacular ball to celebrate his return. As they make their way through the ride, guests must use interactives to light candles and reveal hidden blacklit scenes.
“Kunibert’s Abenteur is a funny, interactive experience for the whole family, and really showcases our capability as a company,” says Mark Beumers, CEO of Lagotronics Projects. “We deliver rides and attractions with a story. From design to installation, we create the experience.”
attractions-kit keyword: LAGOTRONICS PROJECTS
MTwo dancing ghosts show a glimpse of what will feature in Kundibert’s Abenteuer
Howard Kiedaisch announces major partnership with B&B Theaters
Brock Bagby, EVP, B&B Theatres
MediaMation, a supplier of turnkey 4D theatres, has announced a partnership with US cinema chain B&B Theaters.
The partnership will see MediaMation supply 10 of its MX4D theatres at B&B locations across the US.
Billed as a new ‘evolution in the 4D cinema experience’, the MX4D provides a completely immersive environment, enabling guests to ‘feel’ the action. The theatre features motion seats that can move in sync with the movements on screen. In addition, the seats and theatre are equipped with special effects, including jolts, pokes, water, wind and aroma effects.
“The expansion of our relationship with MediaMation proves our belief in MX4D,” says Brock Bagby, executive VP of B&B Theaters.
"The expansion of our relationship with MediaMation proves our belief in MX4D," says Brock Bagby, executive VP of B&B Theaters.
“We’ll have three more MX4D auditoriums open by the end of this year in Texas, Missouri and Kansas, and have at least seven to follow next year.
“The occupancy rates are exceptionally high for these fun and immersive MX4D auditoriums.”
Howard Kiedaisch, CEO of MediaMation, added: “B&B’s commitment to increase their MX4D footprint is a testament to the mutual success of this valued partnership. The B&B is clearly leading the industry in creating innovative and exciting cinema formats and experiences.”
attractions-kit keyword: MEDIAMATION
The MX4D provides a completely immersive environment
Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
View contents of Attractions Management 2019 issue 4
Interview: Yves Pépin
A man whose spectaculars have been
witnessed by billions, Yves Pépin
speaks about his trail-blazing career
Rides: Supersonic
We take a look at some of the most
significant ride openings around the world
Preview: Rulantica Rising
Germany’s top theme park is about to
launch a €180m addition with the opening of its long-awaited second
gate. Attractions Management looks
at Rulantica and how the new
waterpark addition is taking shape
Theme Parks: Parisian Magic
Daniel Delcourt and David Wilson
share more about Disney’s €2bn
expansion of Disneyland Paris
Promotional feature: Simworx Ltd
CEO, Terry Monkton, takes
us through the development of two unique projects, from conception to creation
Waterparks: Water World
Debrecen in Hungary is gaining an iconic
new addition – a US$30.1m waterpark
Promotional feature: WhiteWater
WhiteWater’s Una deBoer tells us
how the company maintains elite safety standards
in waterparks and the steps operators can take
to improve safety across the entire industry
Operations: Disaster Management
What can be learned from the experiences
of those unfortunate operators who have
had to react when disaster strikes?
Exhibitions: World Tour
Kath Hudson looks at the potential of the
pop-up and touring exhibition market
Terry Monkton unveils Simworx’s new Metro of Time ride
Terry Monkton, CEO, Simworx
Simworx, a UK-based developer of dynamic media-based attractions, is set to launch a brand new attraction.
A motion simulator experience, Metro of Time takes guests on an adventure through history. On the ride, guests will experience a prehistoric safari, a treasure hunt through an Ancient Egyptian tomb, a Medieval quest and a chase across the Wild West.
Available for a 2020 install, the Metro of Time attraction consists of four Metro-themed 4D cinemas, each with a 40-person capacity. The units, available individually or in multiples, each feature 3DOF motion seats, surround sound audio, on-board special effects and seven LED screen ‘windows’.
"Our development team are always working on new and innovative ways to offer a thrilling experience to our clients,"
The ride pre-show will feature a geomagnetic storm, which rips a hole in the space-time continuum and causes the trains to malfunction, sending riders back in time.
As guests arrive at each ‘destination’, the carriage wall opens revealing a huge projection screen which, alongside the on-board screens, creates the immersive experience. The ride, says Simworx, is available with custom film content created to suit the client’s needs and theme.
“Our development team are always working on new and innovative ways to offer a thrilling experience to our clients,” said Simworx CEO, Terry Monkton. “Available in a full turnkey solution, this truly unique attraction is also ready for install early 2020.”
attractions-kit keyword : SIMWORX
The Metro of Time attraction is available with specially designed custom film content to suit a client’s venue and theme
June Ren introduces Jora Vision’s concept for new panda museum in China
June Ren, MD Asia, Jora Vision
Jora Vision has won a competition to develop a museum experience at The Giant Panda Breeding Research Base in Chengdu, China.
Officials at the facility, a renowned panda protection and research institute, challenged competition entrants to create an experience that would meet tourism demands, whilst working within the limited space.
Jora Vision impressed the judging panel with its concept of a walkthrough experience, which offers a ‘well-defined storyline’ and combined interactive exhibits with immersive theming and digital guidance solutions.
"It’s great to see that more and more tourist attractions, museums and heritage sites are contacting Jora Vision for our expertise of creating visitor experiences in an educational yet entertaining way."
“We’re very proud to work with the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, a famous institution in China and around the world,” says June Ren, MD Asia for Jora Vision.
“It’s great to see that more and more tourist attractions, museums and heritage sites are contacting Jora Vision for our expertise of creating visitor experiences in an educational yet entertaining way.”
The museum will provide an immersive and educational environment showcasing the important work the facility does in researching and protecting pandas.
attractions-kit keyword : JORA VISION
A new visitor experience from Jora Vision is planned for the breeding facility
SimEx-Iwerks reimagines children’s classic with new film says Mike Frueh
Mike Frueh, senior VP of Licensing and Distribution atSimEx-Iwerks
SimEx-Iwerks is set to launch a new animated 4D experience based on Rudyard Kipling’s iconic children’s novel, The Jungle Book.
The film, which is slated for release in 2020, is called Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure and is being developed by UK-based animation studio, Red Star 3D.
It will take audiences on a 10-minute adventure with Mowgli, Baloo, Shere Khan and Bagheera, as well as several new characters. A modern retelling, the story tackles the thorny issue of wildlife trafficking, as the characters must band together to protect a group of tiger cubs from poachers.
The custom script was written by Gary Grant and Howard Brodsky, director of Licensing and Distribution at SimEx-Iwerks.
"We recognised a need for highly entertaining, conservation-based content from a powerful brand that has instant name recognition, Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure delivers."
Mike Frueh, senior VP of Licensing and Distribution at SimEx-Iwerks, said: “We recognised a need for highly entertaining, conservation-based content from a powerful brand that has instant name recognition, Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure delivers.”
attractions-kit keyword : SIMWORX
Mowgli’s 4D Jungle Adventure is slated for a 2020 release
Kunibert’s Abenteur will showcase Lagotronics capabilities, says Mark Beumers
Mark Beumers, CEO, Lagotronics
Lagotronics Projects is set to create a new interactive dark ride at the Wild and Freizeitpark Klotten wildlife park in Cochem, Germany.
Called Kunibert’s Abenteuer, Lagotronics will be responsible for all the design, theming and storytelling elements of the new ride, as well as its installation.
Expected to open in April 2020, the ride will be a contemporary spin on a traditional ghost train attraction. Kunibert’s Abenteuer will be based on the legend of a folkloric Germanic knight, who has been sent on a quest by his mother, Frau Schrute, to prove himself as courageous.
"Kunibert’s Abenteur is a funny, interactive experience for the whole family, and really showcases our capability as a company," - says Mark Beumers, CEO of Lagotronics
On-board, riders will come face-to-face with Kunibert’s ghostly ancestors, who are planning a spectacular ball to celebrate his return. As they make their way through the ride, guests must use interactives to light candles and reveal hidden blacklit scenes.
“Kunibert’s Abenteur is a funny, interactive experience for the whole family, and really showcases our capability as a company,” says Mark Beumers, CEO of Lagotronics Projects. “We deliver rides and attractions with a story. From design to installation, we create the experience.”
attractions-kit keyword: LAGOTRONICS PROJECTS
MTwo dancing ghosts show a glimpse of what will feature in Kundibert’s Abenteuer
Howard Kiedaisch announces major partnership with B&B Theaters
Brock Bagby, EVP, B&B Theatres
MediaMation, a supplier of turnkey 4D theatres, has announced a partnership with US cinema chain B&B Theaters.
The partnership will see MediaMation supply 10 of its MX4D theatres at B&B locations across the US.
Billed as a new ‘evolution in the 4D cinema experience’, the MX4D provides a completely immersive environment, enabling guests to ‘feel’ the action. The theatre features motion seats that can move in sync with the movements on screen. In addition, the seats and theatre are equipped with special effects, including jolts, pokes, water, wind and aroma effects.
“The expansion of our relationship with MediaMation proves our belief in MX4D,” says Brock Bagby, executive VP of B&B Theaters.
"The expansion of our relationship with MediaMation proves our belief in MX4D," says Brock Bagby, executive VP of B&B Theaters.
“We’ll have three more MX4D auditoriums open by the end of this year in Texas, Missouri and Kansas, and have at least seven to follow next year.
“The occupancy rates are exceptionally high for these fun and immersive MX4D auditoriums.”
Howard Kiedaisch, CEO of MediaMation, added: “B&B’s commitment to increase their MX4D footprint is a testament to the mutual success of this valued partnership. The B&B is clearly leading the industry in creating innovative and exciting cinema formats and experiences.”
attractions-kit keyword: MEDIAMATION
The MX4D provides a completely immersive environment
Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
View contents of Attractions Management 2019 issue 4
Interview: Yves Pépin
A man whose spectaculars have been
witnessed by billions, Yves Pépin
speaks about his trail-blazing career
Rides: Supersonic
We take a look at some of the most
significant ride openings around the world
Preview: Rulantica Rising
Germany’s top theme park is about to
launch a €180m addition with the opening of its long-awaited second
gate. Attractions Management looks
at Rulantica and how the new
waterpark addition is taking shape
Theme Parks: Parisian Magic
Daniel Delcourt and David Wilson
share more about Disney’s €2bn
expansion of Disneyland Paris
Promotional feature: Simworx Ltd
CEO, Terry Monkton, takes
us through the development of two unique projects, from conception to creation
Waterparks: Water World
Debrecen in Hungary is gaining an iconic
new addition – a US$30.1m waterpark
Promotional feature: WhiteWater
WhiteWater’s Una deBoer tells us
how the company maintains elite safety standards
in waterparks and the steps operators can take
to improve safety across the entire industry
Operations: Disaster Management
What can be learned from the experiences
of those unfortunate operators who have
had to react when disaster strikes?
Exhibitions: World Tour
Kath Hudson looks at the potential of the
pop-up and touring exhibition market
London Museum will open four new food and drink destinations when it launches its new home
at Smithfield on 28 November, making hospitality a central part of the visitor experience at one
of the capital's biggest cultural openings of the year.
OMA has completed a major transformation of New York's New Museum, creating a larger
cultural campus that combines expanded exhibition spaces with learning, performance,
hospitality and public programming.
A US$50 million (£44.2 million, €51.2 million) transformation of Chicago's historic McCormick
Mansion has created a new destination that combines live magic, immersive theatre, dining and
private membership under one roof.
The Montana Historical Society has officially celebrated the opening of its new Montana
Heritage
Center, a US$107 million (£79 million, €92 million) destination that combines immersive
storytelling with cutting-edge audiovisual technology to bring the sta
San Antonio Zoo has reported a US$283 million economic impact for 2025, following a decade-
long transformation programme that has seen almost US$200 million invested into the Texas
attraction.
Plans for the AU$180 million redevelopment of Reef HQ Aquarium in Townsville, Australia, are
progressing, with the project set to transform the attraction into a global centre for reef
education and conservation.
Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed
€1 billion
offer to acquire Pierre and Vacances SA, the European holiday resort operator behind the
continental European Center Parcs business.
Disney has reaffirmed its commitment to investing US$30 billion in its US parks and cruise
business by 2033, using new America250 celebrations to underline the role its attractions play
in supporting jobs, tourism and economic growth.
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers
confirming the six-million-square-metre site will become a Global Village after the event closes.
The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,
creating a new attractions business spanning two of the country's largest visitor destinations.
