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Asian Attractions Expo - 2008
Record-Breaking Number of Companies to Exhibit at Asian Attractions Expo 2008-Macau
19 May 2008 (USA) – More than 150 manufacturer and suppliers from nearly 30 countries have signed contracts to exhibit at the Asian Attractions Expo 2008. Only 10 percent of the show floor space remains. The event will take place in Macau SAR, 16 – 18 July 2008.
Numerous innovative, well-respected industry manufacturers and suppliers have registered to participate in the event, including: Antonio Zamperla SPA, Bob's Space Racers, Bumper Boats, Forrec, Gateway Ticketing Systems, HUSS Park Attractions GmbH, Moser Rides, OmniTicket Network, Premier Rides, ProSlide Technology, Sally Corporation, 3-D Branded Attractions, and Vekoma Rides Manufacturing.
More than 34 companies from China, Hong Kong, and Macau are exhibiting, including: Cheer Amusement Equipment Corporation, Golden Horse Amusement Equipment, Shenyang Chuangqi Amusement Equipment, Zhongshan Golden Dragon Amusement, Zhongshan Luck & Jinying Amusement Machine, and ZhongShan G-Look Amusement Machine.
The exhibit floor will showcase a large variety of products and services for the attractions industry including theme park rides, show and event production services, food and beverage products and services, consultancy services, design services, ticketing systems and services, information technology systems, and more.
“With exhibitors from nearly 30 different countries, Asian Attractions Expo 2008 is going to be the premier gathering of the attractions industry in Asia,” said Peter Barto, director of exhibition marketing and sales for IAAPA. “We have manufacturers, suppliers, owners, and operators traveling to Macau from all over the world. This show is going to be a global marketplace.”
More than 3,000 owners, operators, and managers of theme parks, fairs, family entertainment centers, waterparks, zoos, aquariums, museums, science centers, stadiums, arenas, casinos, resorts, shopping centers, and retailers from 65 nations are expected to attend.
More information about exhibiting at Asian Attractions Expo 2008 Macau is available at http://www.iaapa.org/expos/asian/Exhibit.asp.
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Asian Attractions Expo
Asian Attractions Expo is owned and operated by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA). IAAPA is the worldwide leader in connecting buyers and suppliers and providing networking and educational opportunities for the leisure and attractions industry. Asian Attractions Expo, formerly called IAAPA Asian Expo, was started in 1992 and will be held in Macau in 2008. For more information on Asian Attractions Expo or any IAAPA event, visit www.IAAPA.org.
IAAPA
IAAPA is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide. Founded almost 90 years ago, IAAPA is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the attractions industry. IAAPA represents more than 4,300 facility, supplier, and individual members from more than 90 countries. Member facilities include amusement/theme parks, waterparks, attractions, family entertainment centers, arcades, zoos, aquariums, museums, science centers, resorts, and casinos. IAAPA is a nonprofit organization. Funds generated for the association by its involvement in trade shows and other activities are returned to the association to fund services for its members and the industry. IAAPA maintains offices in Europe and the United States. In addition, the association’s Global Alliance partnership program includes international liaisons representing Latin America; Southeast Asia; Australia and New Zealand; India; and People’s Republic of China.
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