IAAPA Expo will return to Asia for the first time since 2019 with this month’s event at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. IAAPA Expo Asia 2023 takes place from 13 – 16 June, with the trade show floor open from 14 – 16 June.
The event will include a wide range of insightful education sessions, alongside a trade show floor measuring over 6,500 square meters. There will also be special events and plenty of opportunities to make new connections and reconnect with peers from across the industry.
“The IAAPA team looks forward to welcoming attendees and exhibitors when we finally host IAAPA Expo Asia after a forced break,” says June Ko, executive director and vice president of IAAPA Asia Pacific. “The industry is ready to once again gather in the Asia Pacific region to showcase their greatest innovations, hear from leading experts, and build relationships during one of IAAPA’s signature events.”
Highlights from the IAAPA Expo Asia 2023 agenda
Some of the key topics being explored this year will be technology, innovations, and solutions; sustainability; and diversity. These themes will underpin the talks programme. Speakers will address topics like creating inclusive operations, operating a sustainable business, retail and merchandising, and cultivating the workforce of the future.
“Knowing we have been without an in-person IAAPA Expo Asia since 2019, we worked hard to select top industry veterans to best mark the return of this premier event,” adds Ko. “Education is a main component for any IAAPA Expo and the Singapore program brings the best of our region together for impactful learning.”
Day one
Day one features ticketed EDUTours to Jewel at Changi Airport and Universal Studios Singapore. The full-day IAAPA Safety Institute program will also run on this day.
Elsewhere, attendees can gain insights into creating inclusive operations and learn the value of IDEA (Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) in the workplace. In a session called How to be a More Sustainable Water Park, team members from WhiteWater, a leading waterpark manufacturer, will give their top tips, alongside speakers from across the industry.
Day two
Opening ceremony & executive roundtable
The Opening Ceremony marks the start of IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. This year, it will include an exclusive roundtable session. This will offer a platform for insightful conversation, knowledge sharing, and collaboration on key topics in the sector.
The speakers will be Jim Pattison, Jr., chair of the IAAPA Board of Directors and president of Ripley’s Entertainment; Andrew Bolstein, chair of the IAAPA Asia Pacific Advisory Committee; Jakob Wahl, IAAPA president and chief executive officer; and June Ko. Together, they will discuss emerging trends, global challenges, and innovative strategies that drive the industry’s growth.
“We are excited to kick off IAAPA Expo Asia 2023 with an unforgettable opening ceremony and an executive roundtable discussion,” says Ko. “This event represents a unique opportunity for industry and association leaders to connect, exchange ideas, and collectively shape the future of our vibrant industry. We look forward to welcoming participants from around the world to this remarkable gathering.”
Exploring sustainability, planning, award-winning attractions & more
Following this, educational sessions continue throughout the day. Highlights include a discussion entitled Enhancing The Manufacturer / Operator Relationship During New Attraction Commissioning. This will include speakers from ProSlide Technology Inc., an industry leader in water ride manufacturing and design, and International Ride Training, LLC.
A Water Park Roundtable will feature insights from WhiteWater, as well as Qiddiya, Studio City Macau, Vana Nava Water Jungle and Water Technology Inc.
There will also be a sponsor spotlight. This will focus on DOF Robotics, a producer of dynamic simulation platforms, talking about The Impacts of IP Based Experiences.
In a session called Tips on Making a Creative Entertainment Show from Brass Ring Award winners, attendees will hear from Moment Factory, a multimedia entertainment studio specialising in the conception and production of immersive environments, alongside Ocean Park and Universal Studios Japan.
Later in the afternoon, Big Results, Limited Budgets: Get the Most from Your Spend will include speakers from FORREC, a leading entertainment design specialist, Legacy Entertainment, a leading theme park and resort design company, Entertainment + Culture Advisors (ECA), a global advisory firm that is focused on strategy, market analysis, feasibility and business planning for destination entertainment and cultural developments, and Puy du Fou Asia.
Other sessions will cover topics around health and safety, accountability and F&B.
In the evening, the opening reception, a ticketed event, will be hosted by Universal Studios Singapore.
Day three
Leadership breakfast
Day three kicks off with the ticketed leadership breakfast. The speaker for this year’s event is industry veteran Tom Mehrmann, president and COO of Universal Destinations & Experiences, Pacific Rim.
Later in the morning, attendees will gain insights into Igniting Fandom – Delivering World-Class IP Experiences. There will be speakers from neon, a global experience entertainment company, Resorts World Sentosa, and WildBrain CPLG.
In another sponsor spotlight, PGAV, a global leader in the planning and design of unique destinations, will explore Design Strategies for an Adaptable Park Experience for Both Peak and Off Season.
CEO Talk
On Thursday 15, the inaugural CEO Talk, which is a ticketed Learning Lunch session, will bring together three industry leaders. This informal conversation will cover topics including career progression and how to maintain strategic focus while developing company culture.
Jakob Wahl is panel chair. Industry experts Darrell Metzger, Wuthichai Luangamornlert, Siam Park Bangkok Co., Ltd. managing director, and Jim Pattison Jr. will be taking part.
This is followed by a sponsor spotlight on The Dream of Flying from Brogent Technologies Inc., a leading manufacturer of media-based attractions.
In the afternoon, in a session called Excellence in Retail and Merchandising, attendees can hear insights from both Universal Beijing Resort and Walt Disney Attractions Japan.
Other topics explored during day three include operational budgets, asset management, contingency planning, and more. There will also be an EDUTour to Bird Paradise.
In the evening, the Young Professionals Forum will take place, followed by the Young Professionals Reception.
Day four
On Friday morning, there will be a session called Success at the Core: Defining a Winning Creative Strategy for Your Experience. This will include speakers from ProSlide, AdventureLab, Sun World Group and Shanghai Disney Resort.
This will be followed by How Data-Driven Tech Drives Business Growth & Deliver World-Class Experiences. Attendees will hear from ROLLER, the ticketing, CRM and POS specialist, alongside Forrest Adventure and Bounce, and ZRG Adventures & Consulting.
Later, in Attraction Market Trends in South East Asia, speakers will include Sim Choo Kheng of Sim Leisure Group Ltd. There will also be insights from AECOM Asia Co. Ltd. and Haichang Ocean Park Holdings Limited.
In the Career Slam session, attendees can learn from Falcon’s Creative Group, the entertainment design firm, as well as Legoland Malaysia Resort and Shanghai Disney Resort.
There will also be an EDUTour, Around The World In Eighty Days by ANDSOFORTH.
Feedback on educational sessions
Avius, a provider of real-time customer experience solutions including feedback and customer relationship management systems, has partnered with IAAPA once more. This follows a successful collaboration at IAAPA Expo 2022 in Orlando.
This year, the firm will be providing a solution for the collection of real-time insights from educational sessions at both IAAPA Expo Europe and IAAPA Expo Asia. The firm will also support feedback collection again at IAAPA Expo in Orlando this November. There will be 35 devices, deployed across all educational sessions. Real-time reporting will allow IAAPA to improve the delegate and speaker experience.
Last year at IAAPA Expo, over 7000 surveys were completed during the event.
Meet the exhibitors at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023
accesso – booth #L1440
accesso Technology Group PLC, a leading technology provider, will be on hand to showcase its solutions at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. This will include the newly launched accesso Freedom, a new robust, fully hosted point-of-sale (POS) platform that is fast, frictionless, flexible and scalable.
With its cloud-native restaurant and retail solutions, accesso Freedom raises the bar for amusement parks, ski resorts, cultural institutions, resorts and casinos. This Software-as-a-Service platform is the first tier-one solution created especially for the cloud. It allows venues to integrate restaurant and retail transactions on a single platform. It is also adaptable and powerful enough to scale smoothly for venues of any size.
Earlier this year, accesso announced that it has entered into a new five-year partnership with Long Island’s Adventure Amusement Park. This will see the firm providing its award-winning accesso Passport eCommerce ticketing suite and accesso Siriusware point-of-sale ticketing platform.
Alterface
The Alterface team will be in attendance and is looking forward to connecting with clients, partners, and industry leaders. Attendees can contact the team in advance to arrange a meeting, where they can discuss how the firm can help to create unforgettable experiences. To book a meeting, contact Etienne Sainton, product manager, or Etienne Ducrot, managing director of Alterface Asia.
Last year, Alterface released three new themes for its award-winning dark ride experience, Action League. Players are seated on a rotating platform for a competitive team versus team endeavour. An elevated queue design both saves space and builds excitement for queueing players with a preview of the experience, adding to the excitement.
Action League is also fully customisable and can be adapted to comply with park cultures and local trends. In 2021, Action League won Alterface an IAAPA Brass Ring in the category of Best New Product Concept Award: Major Attraction.
Attraktion! – booth L1148
Attraktion! and Rovio will be running live demonstrations of Angry Birds on Playneo. Under a new licencing arrangement, the two companies will collaborate to create an engaging and immersive experience for players around the world.
This new game will rise a 3D style that is inspired by the Angry Birds movies and will mirror the narrative of the films, recruiting players to protect the island from an invasion of pigs. It will launch in October 2023 but attendees at IAAPA Expo Asia will be able to experience it for the first time.
Brogent Technologies Inc. – booth #L1735
Brogent Technologies Inc., a Platinum Level sponsor of IAAPA Expo Asia 2023, will also be on the trade show floor. Here, the team will talk about the firm’s latest projects and products, including the Turnkey o-Ride Flying Theater. This provides attraction owners with an efficient and budget-friendly solution to build a flying theatre. Owners only need to prepare the ground to be load-bearing, and Brogent’s professional team will take care of the rest.
The firm has a rich content base. This includes the highly acclaimed “Attack on Titan” franchise, spanning from chapter one to chapter three. The latest instalment, chapter four, will be released soon. This provides riders with a thrilling flying theatre experience to enter the anime realm from a first-person perspective. Furthermore, Brogent’s film genre extends beyond the flying theatre dome screen format, offering VR experiences and more.
Lastly, the company has announced the grand opening of its latest VR ride attraction at Central Beach Bazaar, Siloso Beach on Singapore’s Sentosa Island. Guests can embark on a thrilling adventure with the immersive Air Combat experience, crafted using Brogent’s cutting-edge 6DOF platform. As riders step into the virtual world, they will find themselves seated inside a fighter jet, ready to engage in aerial dogfights.
Stefan Rothaug, director of marketing & sales, Joseph Chao, Asia Pacific business director, and Shane Wu, global marketing manager will be present. To arrange a meeting, contact the team by email.
One recent project for Brogent is the installation of its premium immersive virtual racing experience with 6DOF motion at Doha Quest, the largest indoor theme park in Qatar.
DOF Robotics – booth #L1513
DOF Robotics, a Platinum Level sponsor of the show, will unveil its latest innovations, including the VR movie Homeland: Rise of Nomads. Attendees can also discover the enhanced Hurricane VR 360 attraction, which takes virtual reality to new heights, providing a thrilling and engaging experience.
The DOF Robotics team will be showcasing Homeland: Rise of Nomads for the first time. They will also be able to give information and live demonstrations as they discuss the company’s range of entertainment experiences with attendees. Visitors can contact the team by email to arrange a meeting in advance.
ECA2 – booth #L942
ECA2, a leading creator of high-quality multimedia shows, will be on hand to meet friends old and new at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. Singapore is the home of the firm’s iconic permanent spectacle, Wings of Time, and the team encourages attendees to check this out.
The team will be ready to discuss attendees’ future plans and goals at the booth, and will also be talking about its latest projects. This includes Kiss the Stars, a world-class seafront water spectacular.
This new permanent show at Sun World Group’s Sunset Town resort on Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam features the world’s largest water projection screen, as well as a wide range of multimedia effects, including fire and water, light and sound.
Embed – booth #L1526
Embed, a leading worldwide supplier of point-of-sale and revenue management systems, will be exhibiting. The team will be demonstrating its award-winning Mobile Wallet and new data visualisation dashboard STATS. Also on show will be integrated hardware and software solutions.
Metric results from Embed clients this year have brought to light the significance of SaaS products like the Mobile Wallet in raising FEC revenue. Both small and large FEC operators are seeing a reload value five times that of cash with Mobile Wallet in use. The average Mobile Wallet reload value is $50.57, compared with a $31.95 reload value when guests use a credit card to top up their game card, and just $9.90 when visitors use cash to top up.
Another SaaS product that aims to transform how FEC operators analyse reports is STATS, the data visualisation dashboard created with Amazon Web Services.
Extreme Engineering – booth #L1431
Extreme Engineering, a leading adventure attractions company, is set to launch its new tower ride The Hooli-Hoop at the IAAPA Expo Asia 2023.
The brand-new Hooli-Hoop Tower Ride was named by Oliver Wilson, the 7-year-old grandson of Extreme Engineering’s founder Jeff Wilson. It features three towers, each of which has a different ride path and thrill level. Riders will launch, drop, and spin down twisted steel columns from a height of 27 feet. To increase the intensity even further there is an optional spinning platform available.
Extreme Engineering also revealed its new Extreme Twist Tower attraction at Saudi Entertainment & Amusement (SEA) Expo last month.
Attendees can click here to schedule time with the team.
Falcon’s Creative Group – booth #L940
Falcon’s Creative Group will also be present at the trade show, following the successful launch of Katmandu Park | Punta Cana earlier this year.
Yvette Whittaker, chief corporate officer, will speak during the Career Slam session on Friday 16 June. This session will provide young professionals with a unique chance to network and learn from leaders and veterans from the global attractions industry.
Falcon’s Beyond Global recently launched Katmandu: EtherMerge, its first-ever mobile game. This is based on the Katmandu world from the original Falcon’s Beyond franchise and is the latest in a series of projects based on this theme.
FORREC – booth #L721
FORREC’s VP, Linda Hung, will speak during a session on Wednesday 14 June at 3.30 called Big Results, Limited Budgets: Get the Most from Your Spend. This will explore successful benchmarks and strategies in which developers were able to achieve successful results, and meet their commercial and creative goals, despite being faced with limited budgets. The team will also be exhibiting at the trade show.
Earlier this year, FORREC also shared some insights on sustainability from Raquel Kieling, a senior designer and project manager at the firm, following her contribution to a panel discussion on the topic at the IAAPA Latin America summit in Mexico.
Gateway Ticketing Systems – booth #L2049
Gateway Ticketing Systems, a leading provider of admission control systems, will be on hand to meet clients old and new at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. During the show, attendees can find out about the firm’s products and services, such as the award-winning Galaxy Connect product and Galaxy Solutions platform, as well as the Reporting Plus — Powered by Galaxy platform, a subscription service option for customers.
Gateway offers managed and professional services that include a range of system administration, configuration, interfacing, maintenance and reporting services.
Intamin
Intamin, a creator of record-breaking amusement rides, will present several new products at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. The firm is currently developing a number of LSM launch coasters, family launch coasters, water rides, and immersive and observation attractions, considering the individual needs and demands of every different operator.
As the leading supplier in the field of launch coasters, Intamin can come up with various solutions. In April this year, the company opened Toutatis at Parc Asterix in France, an LSM launch coaster with the most airtime moments on any steel coaster worldwide at 23. Intamin looks forward to announcing new openings of LSM launch coasters, family launch coasters and various other attractions this year in Europe, the USA, UAE and Asia. Visit the booth to find out more.
Interlink – booth #L725
After a busy week in Riyadh for SEA Expo 2023, the team at Interlink, a leading water ride designer and manufacturer, is looking forward to returning to the APAC region for IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. Attendees who have upcoming projects or would like more information on the firm’s products can schedule some time with the team via email.
Last year, Interlink provided new attractions to Lost Island Theme Park, a major new family-run theme park in Iowa, US. One of the park highlights, Awaati Water Battle is a Water Battle Attraction from Interlink. The company has also supplied a Super Flume ride, Yuta Falls, which is set to open for guests for the park’s 2023 season. Lost Island Theme Park opened to the public on Saturday 18 June 2022, accompanying the existing Lost Island Waterpark.
Katapult – booth #L653
Katapult, the international guest experience design agency, will be attending the IAAPA Expo Asia 2023 and welcomes meetings with fellow delegates. To arrange a meeting, contact the firm here. Co-founder and CEO, Dawn Foote, will be attending the event and will be available to meet at the Experience UK booth.
Alongside Aardman, the award-winning UK studio, Katapult has announced that they will reveal a brand new themed attraction concept at the show, featuring the studio’s much-loved characters. The turnkey concept includes an interactive studio experience, as well as a themed cafe, immersive retail, and photo ops with the guests’ favourite characters.
Last month, Katapult announced the completion of a new experience for The Lego Group and Merlin Entertainments. After a successful introduction at the Brussels location, the Lego Creative Club will become a brand-new space in all future Lego Discovery Centre openings. This new play experience encourages guests to use their imaginations, and it has already increased brand interaction with visitors and brought families closer together via creativity.
KCC Entertainment Design – booth #613
KCC Entertainment Design, a leading creator of themed environments, will reveal recently opened projects, including Terra Magma at Bobbejaanland and SprakX in Hasselt, both in Belgium.
In the Middle East, KCC recently opened Pixoul Gaming. Coined as the Middle East’s first integrated immersive VR and Esports hub, the venue is one of the biggest draws in Abu Dhabi’s Al Qana retailtainment development, which spans over 146,000 sqm.
Attendees can email Reinhart Viane, business development director, and Veneta Yanyova, business development manager, to arrange a meeting.
Legacy Entertainment – booth #L1113
Legacy Entertainment will be at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. Taylor Jeffs, Legacy Entertainment’s president & chief creative officer will join Linda Hung in the abovementioned session, Big Results, Limited Budgets: Get the Most from Your Spend, on Wednesday 14 June. They will be joined by Joseph Courtemanche of Puy du Fou Asia, Christian Aean of Entertainment + Culture Advisors (ECA) and Darren Lim of neon Group.
Last month, the firm celebrated the opening of the first phase of Batavia PIK in Indonesia. Batavia PIK is the world’s first overwater shopping, dining, and entertainment complex, and was designed and planned by Legacy Entertainment in partnership with Amantara (an ASG subsidiary).
This is the first collaboration between the two firms and is part of the Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK) mega-development from developers Agung Sedayu Group (ASG) and Salim Group. The second phase is expected to roll out later in 2023.
Martin & Vleminckx – booth #L731
Martin & Vleminckx, a leader in the design, manufacture, fabrication, and installation of thrilling attractions, is also preparing to exhibit at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. Renowned for its thrilling wood coasters that deliver unforgettable experiences, Martin & Vleminckx is excited to present its new product portfolio to the Asia Amusement Park market.
Some of the attractions that will be presented at the trade show are the SkyBlazer, a new attraction with a swinging gondola that will give riders the sensation of skydiving. The team will also showcase The Unicoaster, an interactive attraction that provides a unique and exciting ride experience where riders can control their vehicle by using a control stick.
Also new are The SkySpire an architecturally stunning structure where passengers can enjoy breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views in climate-controlled gondolas during their ride to the top, and The Polercoaster, which re-orients the entire concept of a roller coaster by going vertical.
Attendees can also schedule a meeting prior to the trade show by sending the team an email.
P&P Projects
P&P Projects, a provider of turnkey design-build services for themed entertainment & leisure experiences, will also have a presence at the show.
The team recently worked on the brand-new Batman: Gotham City Escape at Parque Warner Madrid. P&P Projects provided its turnkey design, production and installation services for the attraction.
Last year, P&P provided its turnkey design-build services for two Thea-award-winning attractions, Liseberg’s Underlandet, as well as Jurassic World Adventure at Universal Studios Beijing.
For the Underlandet project, the firm helped to create a unique and original family dark ride. Working closely with both Liseberg and Quarry Fold Studios, P&P Projects developed the initial concept for the attraction into a schematic, detailed and technical design package. This provided a base from which all show sets, props, show action equipment, AV and special effects could be produced in the firm’s workshops.
For Jurassic World Adventure, the team worked closely in collaboration with Universal Creative to transform the initial plan for the attraction into the final experience concept. The firm then extensively adapted the defined concept into a creatively and technically engineered package, followed by full-scale production of the show sets and theming elements in the attraction’s queue and the ride itself.
Pico Play – booth #L227
Pico Play, a global leader in the planning, design, development and construction of world-class themed attractions and entertainment, will be exhibiting at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023.
Elsewhere in Singapore, the firm was chosen to create, design and install a unique indoor water experience for HomeTeamNS Water Park. HomeTeamNS is a new five-storey clubhouse for Home Team national servicemen and the public. This waterfront-themed clubhouse is home to an infinity pool and a water adventure centre and also features Singapore’s longest indoor water slide.
The challenge for Pico Play was to create something new for guests that would both keep them entertained and allow them to work on their fitness. The team brought something new to this location with a totally individual, multi-disciplined set of wet and dry challenges. The course caters to an array of skill levels and features an engaging steampunk theme.
ProSlide Technology Inc – booth L921
ProSlide Technology Inc. will demonstrate some of its latest projects and products during the trade show.
In addition, Steven Avery, business development manager, will speak in It Starts on Day One: Enhancing The Manufacturer / Operator Relationship During New Attraction Commissioning on Wednesday 14 June at 10.15 am. He will join Geoffrey Norton, Attorney at Law at California, Norton Melnik, and Erik Beard, managing member & general counsel at International Ride Training, LLC, to discuss the ride installation and commissioning process.
In March, ProSlide also celebrated the opening of Vikingløp RallyRACER, an eight-lane, fully-enclosed racing experience at Rulantica, Europa-Park’s popular water park. This features eight long, curving tracks, on which riders compete in head-to-head races down the track, navigating shared RallyPOINTS and fully enclosed flume sections while experiencing exhilarating drops and turns along the way.
ROLLER – booth #L2147
ROLLER will be exhibiting at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. Plus, Chris McBoyle, ROLLER account executive, will speak during a session called How Data-Driven Tech Drives Business Growth & Deliver World-Class Experiences at 11 am on Friday 16 June.
He will be joined by David Lim of Forrest Adventure and Bounce and Zishan Amir of ZRG Adventures & Consulting. Together, they will explore the ways in which data-driven technologies can help venue owners and operators reach more guests, drive more revenue, and also grow their businesses.
Earlier this year, ROLLER unveiled some new platform features. This includes progressive checkout enhancements, as well as guest experience features such as industry benchmarks, party products, wristband management, and more.
Sacoa Cashless System – booth #L108
Sacoa Cashless System, a leader in revenue management systems for the amusement, entertainment, and leisure industries, will be exhibiting its latest products and solutions for operators at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. On the trade show floor, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the firm’s software & hardware trends and can book a meeting here.
The team will be showcasing the latest Sacoa developments. This includes, among others, the Spark reader, the M-POS – Mobile POS, and Zodiac, a web-based console administrator.
Earlier this year, Sacoa announced a series of new installations throughout the United States. This includes new clients Xtreme Play Adrenaline Park in Danbury, Connecticut and Lake Dawn Resort in Delavan, Wisconsin, as well as Piccadilly Palace in Union, Missouri.
Sally Dark Rides – booth #L735
Sally Dark Rides, a leading creator of immersive attractions, will be talking to attendees about its newest installation and attractions. Please click here to schedule a time to meet with the team of dark ride specialists.
Last month, Sally Dark Rides shared more details about the creation of PortAventura World’s Uncharted dark ride, which is set to open on 17 June. PortAventura has partnered with Sony Pictures Entertainment to open the world’s first ‘dark ride roller coaster’ inspired by the hit 2022 film Uncharted.
The park promises that the new €25 million attraction, created in collaboration with Intamin, will be a thrilling and immersive experience, with visitors searching for “one of the world’s greatest treasures”.
Severn Lamb – booth #L1328
Severn Lamb, a leader in the manufacture and supply of leisure, resort and amusement transport, will be showcasing its innovative solutions for the entertainment industry at IAAPA Expo Asia. This diverse audience aligns perfectly with Severn Lamb’s offerings as well as its target market.
Attendees can meet Patrick Lamb and Jack Tunstall at the show, to discover the future of visitor transportation solutions. The firm says that it is honoured to showcase its cutting-edge products and services to industry professionals, experts, and enthusiasts from around the globe.
The team will also be sharing insights, discussing trends, and answering questions about Severn Lamb’s latest developments.
By exhibiting at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023, Severn Lamb can showcase its diverse range of transportation solutions. These are tailored to the needs of professionals in the amusement and attractions industry. It will engage with potential clients from various sectors and demonstrate expertise, as well as establishing valuable partnerships. This makes the expo an essential platform for business growth and success.
Simtec Systems – booth #L1829
Simtec Systems, a leader in motion simulation, will also be present at the show, where attendees can find out about products such as the HEXaFLITEmini Mini Flying Theater and more.
Last year, Simtec Systems and Scruffy Dog Creative Group (SDCG) announced a new dark ride concept in collaboration with toy manufacturer Mattel. The collaboration will use Mattel’s Fisher-Price IP, a US brand of educational toys and activities for infants, toddlers and preschoolers found around the world.
The narrative and concept for the dark ride have been developed by SDCG, who will also be relied on for the theming design and completion. A new trackless ride system will be supplied by Simtec, the first of its type by the manufacturer. The firm will also supply the ride’s technology components and chassis.
Sunkid – booth #L1239
Sunkid, a leading provider of attractions for the whole family, can be found at booth L1239 where the team will showcase its latest offerings.
Last year, the firm delivered a new tower attraction for Le Village des Automates, an outdoor amusement park in France that caters for all ages. Providing panoramic views from up to nine metres high, visitors can hoist their way up the lighthouse-inspired attractions, using an integrated rope pull feature. The towers rotate 360 degrees at the base, with 1 to 1.2 revolutions per minute, giving an ideal perspective of other attractions on offer.
Sunkid is also a manufacturer of next-generation passenger transport and a major supplier to ski resorts around the world. The firm recently announced the launch of Type N, a new conveyor belt product which sets a new standard in user transportation.
Themics Philippines Inc. – booth #L1844
Themics Philippines Inc., a multi-utility company for themed attractions, standard and IP items, creates high-quality fibreglass items for theme parks, FECs, museums, and other leisure businesses around the globe. The skilled team has gathered valuable experience from working on different projects for more than 40 years.
At IAAPA Expo Asia 2023, the team is looking forward to meeting new clients and associates at the firm’s booth, where they can discuss theming ideas. At the fully themed stand, visitors will be able to get a close-up view of the company’s fibreglass items and will also be able to take pictures at their special photo opp.
Attendees can also get exclusive insights into past and upcoming projects that the company is working on. For instance, they can find out about the ongoing installation works at the new Philippines theme park Pradera Islands or learn more about the FEC World of Wonders, for which Themics supplied all theming.
To schedule an appointment or discuss an inquiry, contact the firm via email.
Vekoma – booth #L1529
Vekoma Rides, the Dutch roller coaster specialist, will be talking about its latest projects and innovations, like Circuit Breaker. This is the first Tilt Coaster 2.0 experience and is designed to appeal to both adrenaline junkies and racing fans at Circuit of the Americas in Texas.
The company is also celebrating the opening of Big Bear Mountain, Dollywood’s brand-new coaster, featuring SUV vehicles and onboard audio.
New to Vekoma’s product portfolio is the Super Boomerang. This brings the proven Boomerang concept to new levels of excitement. Its high-flying airtime, both forwards and backwards, thrills even the most seasoned riders. Meet the Vekoma team at the show to discover more and discuss future projects.
WhiteWater – booth #L1535
WhiteWater will also be exhibiting at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023. In addition, WhiteWater’s Franceen Gonzales, chief experience officer, and Phil Zhong, COO Asia will speak in a session called How to Be a More Sustainable Water Park. This is scheduled for Tuesday 13 June at 1.30. Other speakers include Roger Currie from Water Technology, Inc., consultant Walter (John) Kerr and Sayan Gulino of Waterbom Bali.
WhiteWater is also celebrating a number of completed projects around the world this year, with many more developments underway. Projects across the firm’s water park, water ride, and surf divisions will be opening during 2023.
Zamperla – booth #L635
Zamperla, a leading ride manufacturer, is synonymous with creative design and cutting-edge technology. With a focus on fun and thrills, Zamperla’s ability to innovate and entertain lies within its unique ability to bring a venue to life, from early design concepts to final products.
Zamperla designs and produces a wide range of attractions, including family rides, water rides and kiddie rides, as well as thrill rides and roller coasters.
The company has opened dozens of projects in 2023, including integrated rides at Luna Park Coney Island and four new rides at Sea World Abu Dhabi, as well as a Junior Coaster at Walibi Holland and many others.
Zamperla’s roller coaster department is reaping the results of investment in technology and expertise, with some major projects new also coming in the next two years. Meet the Zamperla team at the show to discuss future projects.
Hosted Buyers Program at IAAPA Expo Asia 2023
Earlier this year, IAAPA announced a new global Hosted Buyer Program. The first program will run during IAAPA Expo Asia 2023.
The association will host new buyers from across the globe, enabling them to connect with exhibitors and IAAPA members during pre-arranged appointments. The exclusive Hoster Buyer Program aims to help companies to optimise their time and budgets as they network, learn about new trends and ideas, share experiences and discover new suppliers from around the world.
Sponsors of IAAPA Expo Asia 2023
This year’s Platinum Level sponsors are Brogent Technologies, DOF Robotics, PGAV Destinations, Simtec Systems and Vekoma Rides.
Gold Level sponsors for IAAPA Expo Asia 2023 are Gateway Ticketing, Kraftwerk Living Technologies, Leisure Development Partners, and TAIT. The Silver Level sponsors include 11 Skies, accesso, Cosm, Outdoor Factory, Sanderson Group, Storyland Studios and Water Technology Inc.
