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Largest Triotech XD attraction in Southern Hemisphere opens in New Zealand

Largest Triotech XD attraction in Southern Hemisphere opens in New Zealand

Jul 31, 2020 Asia, Business, COVID-19, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Largest Triotech XD attraction in Southern Hemisphere opens in New Zealand

The ride features different movies in 3D, with all of the extra features to tickle the senses AND light blasters so players can participate in the story
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Sony unveils flagship 4K professional SXRD laser projector for large display applications

Sony unveils flagship 4K professional SXRD laser projector for large display applications

Jul 31, 2020 News, Technology & Media Comments Off on Sony unveils flagship 4K professional SXRD laser projector for large display applications

The VPL-GTZ380, enhances the company’s lineup of powerful native 4K (4096×2160) SXRD models to include its highest brightness, 10,000 lumen model.
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Brand Licensing Europe becomes virtual four week global licensing event

Brand Licensing Europe becomes virtual four week global licensing event

Jul 30, 2020 Business, COVID-19, Events, News Comments Off on Brand Licensing Europe becomes virtual four week global licensing event

It is expected to be the most inclusive global licensing event to-date and builds off of the momentum of the Global Licensing Group’s Licensing Week Virtual event
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Eric Hungerford named President of Mousetrappe

Eric Hungerford named President of Mousetrappe

Jul 30, 2020 Attractions, Business, Museums, News, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks Comments Off on Eric Hungerford named President of Mousetrappe

Hungerford recently served as Executive Producer for Mousetrappe and has over 20 years’ experience executing high profile media-based projects across the globe.
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Themed Experience and Attractions Academic Society seeks proposals for third annual scholarly symposium

Themed Experience and Attractions Academic Society seeks proposals for third annual scholarly symposium

Jul 30, 2020 Attractions, Business, Education, Events, Headlines, News, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, Themed Resorts/Hotels Comments Off on Themed Experience and Attractions Academic Society seeks proposals for third annual scholarly symposium

The symposium will include a networking breakfast, oral presentation of selected research papers, and an extended lunchtime research poster session.
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Jeff Ramesar promoted to Director of Sales at Lighting Services Inc.

Jeff Ramesar promoted to Director of Sales at Lighting Services Inc.

Jul 29, 2020 Business, People, Technology & Media Comments Off on Jeff Ramesar promoted to Director of Sales at Lighting Services Inc.

He has worked in a variety of roles within the lighting community, including: Specification Sales, Division Manager and Senior Project Manager.
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Updated Pirates of Batavia returns to Europa-Park

Updated Pirates of Batavia returns to Europa-Park

Jul 29, 2020 Europe & Middle East, Headlines, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Updated Pirates of Batavia returns to Europa-Park

The Mack Rides boat trip celebrated its premiere in 1987 and has been updated without losing the scenes that visitors love.
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Consumer Electronics Show (CES) transitioning to fully digital event in January 2021

Consumer Electronics Show (CES) transitioning to fully digital event in January 2021

Jul 28, 2020 Business, COVID-19, Headlines, News, Technology & Media Comments Off on Consumer Electronics Show (CES) transitioning to fully digital event in January 2021

The new format will allow participants to hear from technology innovators, see cutting-edge technologies and the latest product launches, and engage with global brands and startups from around the...
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AVIXA predicts $20 billion decline in global business for pro AV industry in 2020

AVIXA predicts $20 billion decline in global business for pro AV industry in 2020

Jul 28, 2020 Business, COVID-19, Headlines, News, Technology & Media Comments Off on AVIXA predicts $20 billion decline in global business for pro AV industry in 2020

IOTA shows the industry recovering back its pre-COVID levels in 2022 before growing to $315 billion in 2025.
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AAM survey indicates 1 in 3 US museums at risk of permanent closure due to COVID-19 pandemic

AAM survey indicates 1 in 3 US museums at risk of permanent closure due to COVID-19 pandemic

Jul 28, 2020 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Headlines, Museums, News, North America, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on AAM survey indicates 1 in 3 US museums at risk of permanent closure due to COVID-19 pandemic

Without near-term assistance from governments and private donors, hundreds of directors reported their museums may not survive the financial crisis brought on by the pandemic.
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