Moonraker VFX Ltd., the award-winning UK-based VFX studio, and Sarner International, the leading experiential design expert, have announced that they have been awarded a joint contract for the new Wetterextreme Immersive Experience at Klimahaus Bremerhaven, Germany.
The contract covers creative design, media production, lighting, and special effects installation for the new attraction at the internationally acclaimed climate-focused museum.
The partnership combines Moonraker and Sarner’s expertise in creating engaging edutainment experiences and delivering complex initiatives. The two firms have previously joined forces on projects such as the Thea Award-winning Fram Museum in Oslo and the AV Awards-winning Bodmin Jail attraction. They are currently working on a Flying Theatre attraction at Mercury Towers, Malta.
The Wetterextreme project showcases the collaboration’s expertise in combining cultural attractions, themed entertainment, and motion rides to create advanced immersive edutainment experiences that meet contemporary audiences’ high expectations.
Jon Grafton, managing director at Moonraker VFX, says: “We are thrilled to be working once again with Sarner International to create the Wetterextreme experience. The project further enhances our companies’ reputation as industry trailblazers and experts in crafting innovative immersive edutainment experiences.
Pivotal partnership
Klimahaus Bremerhaven provides an interactive experience exploring weather, climate, and climate change. The attraction offers a unique blend of education and entertainment, going beyond traditional museum experiences to enhance climate knowledge.
A dynamic ride platform that transports guests through a variety of harsh weather events over three floors of the museum building is a key component of the experience. Every stage of the trip promises to be a multi-sensory experience thanks to the expert combination of spectacular film production, lighting, mechanical and kinetic effects, and special effects like rain, wind, hail, mist, and fog.
Visitors will be astonished, amazed, and moved as they learn about the intricate mechanisms of the climate of the Earth. This experience defies boundaries and welcomes guests of all ages to embark on a voyage of discovery and enlightenment.
Show direction by Sarner’s executive creative director, Mike Bennett, is a crucial component of the project. With 45 years of experience, he will expertly coordinate all of the show elements with the dynamic movement of the ride, making for an incredibly engaging experience.
Ross Magri, managing director at Sarner International, comments: “The unique technical challenge of the Wetterextreme project lies in its demand for a high level of synchronicity between the immersive media and the physical experience of the attraction. This meant that we had to ensure that the special effects, lighting, and mechanical effects all worked in tandem.
“Our collaboration with Moonraker VFX is central in this regard, combining our expertise to engineer a seamless and captivating experience that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in immersive storytelling.”
The Klimahaus Bremerhaven plans to launch the Wetterextreme Immersive Experience in Q3 2024, cementing the museum as an international leader in interactive climate education.
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