Six Flags, the US theme park operator, has seen its third quarter revenues rise by 6 per cent.

The firm's Q3 revenue grew US$25.7m to US$475.6m compared to the same period last year, and revenue for the nine months ended 30 September increased US$56.3m to US$854.1m - a 7 per cent jump.

Jim Reid-Anderson, chair, president and CEO of Six Flags, said: "Our strong revenue growth, improved profitability and solid cash flow are directly attributable to a stable industry, disciplined execution of our strategy and an experienced management team.

"We are well positioned to continue delivering fun-filled, exciting experiences for our guests and long-term value for our shareholders."

Adjusted EBITDA grew 15 per cent, or US$30.8m, in the third quarter to US$238.5m, and grew 34 per cent for the first nine months of the year to US$273.2m as a result of stronger revenue performance and lower cash operating costs.

Attendance for the third quarter of 11.7 million was flat with the prior year, and for the first nine months of 2010 grew 3 per cent to 21.2 million. Per capita guest spending in the third quarter of US$38.90 increased US$1.71 or nearly 5 per cent, and increased more than 2 per cent for the first nine months of the year.

The increase for the third quarter resulted from improved yield on both season pass and single-day ticket pricing, along with an increase in in-park sales.

Photo: Jim Reid-Anderson