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MuseumNext 2013
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03-06 Jun 2013
4th Annual International Conference on Visual and Performing Arts
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2012 features

Address Book
Resources
Address Book
A listing of companies that supply products specified by purchasers working in the attractions sector More>>
 
Fashion Show
Analysis and Trends
Fashion Show
Museums are becoming the new catwalks, with the growing trend for exhibitions featuring fashion designers, says Kathleen Whyman More>>
 
Diary Dates
Diary
Diary Dates
A round up of the key 2012/13 international conferences and exhibitions in the attractions industry More>>
Industry Associations
Resources
Industry Associations
Full contact details for industry associations and organisations that create the framework for the attractions sector More>>
 
Mergers & Acquistions
Analysis and Trends
Mergers & Acquistions
Visitor attractions are experiencing rising attendance levels and spending, says Nigel Bland of Deloitte More>>
 
Product Briefing
Resources
Product Briefing
We reveal the latest products and innovations to hit the worldwide attractions market More>>
Attractions Management headlines
Scotland’s Riverside Museum wins European Museum of the Year Award 2013
21 May 2013
Scotland’s Riverside Museum wins European Museum of the Year Award 2013
The European Museum Forum (EMF) has awarded the Glasgow’s Riverside Museum: Scotland’s Museum of Transport and Travel, with the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2013. More>>
 
Rise in overseas visitors looking for the best of Britain
21 May 2013
Rise in overseas visitors looking for the best of Britain
New analysis shows that 2012 saw a rise in the number of overseas visitors looking to experience the best of Britain, with Scotland proving an increasingly popular destination among visitors. More>>
 
British people opting to stay in the country for their summer holidays
21 May 2013
British people opting to stay in the country for their summer holidays
More than a third (33 per cent) of Britons are holidaying in the UK because they think it is better value for money compared to the average foreign holiday, says a new report. More>>


21 May 2013
Yearly tourism spend hits record-breaking £19bn
Tourism spend in the last 12 months has reached a record-high, figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed. More>>
21 May 2013
Space Shuttle Atlantis to be displayed at Kennedy Space Centre
The Kennedy Space Centre in Florida is about to launch its newest attraction with the Space Shuttle Atlantis exhibit set to open 29 June. More>>
 
20 May 2013
MGS launches National Development Body for galleries and museums in Scotland
Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS) has launched a new National Development Body, with the aim of supporting more museums and galleries in Scotland. More>>
20 May 2013
Construction underway on British Museum's new £135m project
London's cultural landmark the British Museum has broken ground on its new multi-million pound capital project, the World Conservation and Exhibitions Centre (WCEC). More>>
 
17 May 2013
Ripley to open Toronto aquarium this summer
Attractions operator Ripley Entertainment is set to open a CA$130m (£83.7m, US$126.8m, 98.5m euro) aquarium in Toronto, Canada this summer. More>>
17 May 2013
Arctic convoys exhibition to open this month
The story of the Arctic Convoys will be told at a new exhibition opening 28 May at the National War Museum in Edinburgh. More>>
Product news
Simworx installs a 4D cinema at Paultons Park, UK
Simworx installs a 4D cinema at Paultons Park, UK
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Paultons Park has launched its new attraction for 2013, a 150-seat 4D cinema by Simworx.
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Acoustiguide launches historic tour for children at the Tower of London
Acoustiguide launches historic tour for children at the Tower of London
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Acoustiguide has launched a children’s tour at the Tower of London, UK with the Historic Royal Palaces interpretation, curatorial and education teams.
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High stakes restaurant at Maryland Live! Casino features OpenAire retractable roof
High stakes restaurant at Maryland Live! Casino features OpenAire retractable roof
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OpenAire has designed, manufactured and installed a striking retractable canopy at Maryland Live! Casino steakhouse.
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Lighthouse adds flexible X3 LED screen to its product range family
Lighthouse adds flexible X3 LED screen to its product range family
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LED screen manufacturer Lighthouse Technologies has launched the flexible X3 screen for large-scale indoor LED video display.
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Whaam! Mobile app and multimedia guide by Antenna for Lichtenstein art display
Whaam! Mobile app and multimedia guide by Antenna for Lichtenstein art display
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Antenna International has produced a new multimedia guide and mobile app to accompany Lichtenstein: A Retrospective, on display at Tate Modern, London until May 2013.
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Vinopolis creates interactive wine experience with Arcstream AV
Vinopolis creates interactive wine experience with Arcstream AV
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Arcstream AV has completed an immersive and educational experience to transform visitor attraction and events venue Vinopolis in London.
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Company profiles
The Juice
The Juice was founded in 2010 in the UK by Pauline Quayle and James Brocklehurst with a very clear aim – to provide quality content, choice, fl exibility and affordability in the marketplace More>>
Gateway Ticketing Systems
Gateway Ticketing Systems was established in 1988 More>>
Forrec Ltd
Our vision is a world that works, plays, lives and shops in places that are smarter, more productive and totally people-centric More>>
Antenna International
Antenna designs and produces award winning mobile digital experiences for visitors to cultural and heritage attractions, engaging a wide spectrum of audiences in multiple languages via a broad range of technology and platforms More>>
QWheels
QWheels provides polyurethane wheels for theme park rides. The company is able to provide a recovering service, advice on the best materials to use, and supply brand new complete wheels More>>
DJW
The company is an audio-visual systems integrator company, offering an AV consultancy, system design, equipment supply and installation, system programming and commissioning service to clients More>>
Play & Attractions at LIW
Leisure Industry Week (LIW) was launched in 1989 and is owned by UBM More>>
Polin Waterparks and Pool Systems
Polin designs, manufactures, engineers and installs waterparks, waterslides and waterplay attractions More>>
Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.
Vekoma has been in the amusement industry for more than 50 years. Vekoma Rides Manufacturing, Vekoma Rides Engineering and Vekoma Rides Parts & Services are all part of the Vekoma Rides Group More>>
IAAPA Europe
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) was founded in 1918 as a member organisation. In 2008, IAAPA Europe was officially incorporated More>>
COST of Wisconsin Inc
COST of Wisconsin has been an industry leader in theme and specialty construction services since 1957. Our areas of specialisation include exhibit fabrication, theme facades, faux finishes, water features, aquariums and sculptural elements More>>
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