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New Vekoma Coaster Project Delayed to 2027 at Magic Mountain

New Vekoma Coaster Project Delayed to 2027 at Magic Mountain

  Six Flags and new roller coaster projects have become closely linked in recent years. A new thrill glide coaster is set to arrive at Magic Mountain in Valencia, California, in 2027.The Vekoma coaster is currently known as “Project 90011.” It was originally scheduled to open in 2026, but that timeline has been pushed back by a year. Construction has not yet begun, though speculation continues as new details emerge. The ride is expected to feature large lift hills, sweeping turns, multiple inversions, and a central location within the park.The attraction will be a Vekoma Thrill Glider, featuring a suspended motorbike-style design rather than a traditional coaster train. Similar rides already operate in the United Kingdom, China, and the Netherlands, but the concept of riders leaning forward in a motorcycle-style position is new ...   [read more]
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Family Kingdom to Debut Southeast's First Single-Rail Coaster

Family Kingdom to Debut Southeast's First Single-Rail Coaster

  Family Kingdom is expanding its lineup of rides this year. The most prominent addition is a new, thrill-packed coaster. The Myrtle Beach, South Carolina amusement park is debuting a Raptor Coaster from Rocky Mountain Construction. The attraction will stake its claim as the first single-rail roller coaster in the Southeast region.However, the coaster is not the only new attraction coming to Family Kingdom. The park has also announced additional rides, including Inferno, Kraken, Colossus, and the Crazy Chopper.   This season will also bring back old favorites The Flip Side and The Lunatic. The latter is one of only two in the world and the only one of its kind in the United States. The Raptor Coaster will debut toward the end of the summer season, while the other new rides will open earlier.The park's co-owner, Corky Powers, ...   [read more]
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  The global attractions industry is mourning the loss of Pat Ternes, a longtime leader at Chance Rides whose career spanned more than three decades and left a lasting imprint on colleagues, customers, and partners across the sector.Ternes, who passed away early Wednesday morning, was widely regarded as a steady, trusted presence within the Wichita-based ride manufacturer and throughout the broader amusement industry. Over the course of his tenure, he became known not just for his technical knowledge and reliability, but for the relationships he cultivated and the personal integrity he brought to his work.At Chance Rides, a company recognized worldwide for its trains, trams, carousels, thrill rides, and roller coasters, Ternes played a key role in strengthening customer connections and reinforcing the company’s reputation for service. His ability to connect with people—whether long-time clients or new partners—made him a familiar and respected figure at industry events ...   [read more]
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  Montreal, QC – Embargoed until March 24, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT, Triotech, a global leader in immersive and interactive attractions, announces the launch of a new interactive experience for its XD Dark Ride platform based on the world of Jumanji, developed in collaboration with Sony Pictures and in partnership with Merlin Entertainments. The film marks a major milestone for the XD Dark Ride content library as the first globally recognized entertainment IP introduced to the platform.“Jumanji is one of the most exciting adventure worlds in modern entertainment, and we’re thrilled to bring that energy to XD Dark Ride. Partnering with Sony Pictures to introduce the platform’s first major IP marks an exciting new chapter for us and we can’t wait for guests to experience the adventure firsthand.”— Ernest Yale, Founder and CEO, TriotechThe experience will debut at Madame Tussauds attractions operated by Merlin Entertainments, with installations planned ...   [read more]
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  Abu Dhabi, UAE (10 March 2026) – IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, announced that IAAPA Expo Middle East will not move forward as planned following a meeting with the IAAPA Board of Directors.IAAPA has been closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Middle East as recent events continue to unfold. The safety and well-being of IAAPA members, exhibitors, attendees, partners, and colleagues remains the association's highest priority.After careful consideration, the IAAPA Board of Directors met Tuesday and confirmed that IAAPA Expo Middle East will not move forward as planned. The decision followed extensive discussions with key stakeholders, including the IAAPA EMEA Regional Advisory Board, the IAAPA EMEA Manufacturers & Suppliers Committee, the feedback of the MENALAC Board of Directors, exhibitors, speakers, and local members.“This was not an easy decision,” said Jakob Wahl, President and CEO of IAAPA. “We recognize the time, ...   [read more]
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