Insights from the amusement and theme park industry - fresh ideas, trends and analytics on the development of the park and entertainment industry.
Introduction: A Mechanical Legend in the Digital Age In 1893, the world froze in anticipation: at the Chicago World's Fair, engineer George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr. unveiled a design designed to outshine the Eiffel Tower. This… More
In November 2025, Su Zhigang, Chairman of the Chimelong Group, received two major honors: induction into the IAAPA Hall of Fame and the position of Honorary Vice President of the China Philanthropy Promotion Association. This marks… More
On October 21, 2025, in Zhengzhou, the China Amusement Park Association (CAAPA) and the Russian Park Association officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement. The document was symbolically signed with a fountain pen, marking the... More
In 2025, Disneyland will celebrate its 70th anniversary. This isn't just a grand celebration of Mickey Mouse and the princesses, but also a vibrant, profound example for the entire global amusement and theme park industry. When the sun goes down… More
On August 1, a serious incident occurred in one of the amusement parks in Saudi Arabia: a pendulum ride suddenly collapsed while it was operating, injuring at least 20 people. This is … More
The popularity of Pop Mart IPs like Labubu does provide a great window into the development trends of the amusement and attractions industry, especially theme parks. This clearly confirms the key role of powerful … More
On February 25, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a working meeting with the founder and chairman of the board of the largest indoor amusement park in Russia and Europe, Dream Island, Amiran Mutsoev. Also … More