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Architects bid for multi-million dollar expansion of Kuwait Scientific Center
POSTED 06 Oct 2015 . BY Tom Anstey
The Scientific Center first opened in 2000 and was originally designed by Cambridge Seven Associates
Kuwait’s Scientific Center has said that 10 architects have presented bids for a multi-million dollar expansion of the facility.

The visitor attraction in Salmiya, which serves as a centre for environmental education in the gulf region, laid out plans for a new facility to include dolphins and mammals, with plans also in the works for a conference facility and exploration hall.

Scientific Center chair and CEO, Mijbil Al-Mutawa said in a statement that the expansion plans will be unique in the State, adding that the addition would strengthen Kuwait’s position as a location for world-class visitor attractions.

The new dolphinarium would offer visitors the chance to swim with the animals, while a selection of other animals would be on display. Adjoined to the dolphinarium would be an exploration hall with space for both permanent and temporary exhibits, as well as a theatre, multi-purpose halls and support facilities.
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Architects bid for multi-million dollar expansion of Kuwait Scientific Center
POSTED 06 Oct 2015 . BY Tom Anstey
The Scientific Center first opened in 2000 and was originally designed by Cambridge Seven Associates
Kuwait’s Scientific Center has said that 10 architects have presented bids for a multi-million dollar expansion of the facility.

The visitor attraction in Salmiya, which serves as a centre for environmental education in the gulf region, laid out plans for a new facility to include dolphins and mammals, with plans also in the works for a conference facility and exploration hall.

Scientific Center chair and CEO, Mijbil Al-Mutawa said in a statement that the expansion plans will be unique in the State, adding that the addition would strengthen Kuwait’s position as a location for world-class visitor attractions.

The new dolphinarium would offer visitors the chance to swim with the animals, while a selection of other animals would be on display. Adjoined to the dolphinarium would be an exploration hall with space for both permanent and temporary exhibits, as well as a theatre, multi-purpose halls and support facilities.
RELATED STORIES
Interactivity focus for proposed US$40m North Dakota science centre


After announcing plans in January to develop a new US$40m (€34m, £26.3m) facility overlooking the Missouri River, the Gateway to Science Center in Bismarck, North Dakota, has revealed new details for its ambitious project as it aims to expand its appeal to a wider audience.
Orlando Science Center seeks funding for US$35m overhaul


After a failed attempt to get US$12m (€10.5m, £7.8m) from the Orange County Commission last year for a major overhaul of facilities, Orlando Science Center has produced a new phased funding and development approach with emphasis on private donors in an attempt to be granted funding when the budget is reviewed in this July.
New Jersey's Liberty Science Center to build US$230m sci-tech campus


The Liberty Science Center in Jersey City has announced plans for a US$230m (€204.6m, £153.5m) expansion of its campus to include a new science and technology facility adjacent to the existing building.
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Expo 2030 Riyadh will create a permanent global destination
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.
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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.
London Museum reveals 2026 opening date for new Smithfield home
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