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Joint vision on social sustainability Efteling and ride manufacturer Vekoma join forces in social sustainability.
This year marks a significant milestone for Red Raion, the CGI studio that has become
Three Universal Beijing Resort veterans – Tom Mehrmann, Sylvia Hase and Mike Hightower – will join
Merlin Entertainments has named Fiona Eastwood as chief operating officer for its midway attractions and
There is no place like IAAPA Expo, it’s the place to take in the most
North America and Japan-based visitor attractions and businesses picked up 14 of the 19 Thea
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has established an official presence in China, with a company
Attractions Management understands that MackNext, the innovation department of Mack Group, is working on a
Skånes Djurpark zoo in southern Sweden is launching a glamping experience for guests this year.
Triotech has announced a breakthrough alliance with Benoit Cornet and Bold Move to bring a
Red Raion, an Italy-based CGI studio specialising in movies for media-based attractions, has announced a
Attractions industry global association IAAPA has officially opened its new headquarters building in Orlando, providing
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Europe's premium event for the visitor attraction sector - IAAPA Expo Europe - is officially
Formerly the Asian Attractions Expo, (AAE) the newly-rechristened IAAPA Expo Asia (IEA) takes its first
Triotech has appointed Eric Beauregard to the role of vice president global sales. Beauregard holds
VR movie production company Red Raion is thrilled to announce that it will be exhibiting
A number of operators, individuals and attractions across the industry were recognised for excellence this
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has revealed the winners of this year's Thea Awards. Dollywood
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The International Association of Amusement Parks and and Attractions (IAAPA) has inducted 11 global attractions
Interim IAAPA president and CEO Hal McEvoy has taken up the position on a permanent
IAAPA has inducted four members into its prestigious Hall of Fame (HOF), with Eugenius Birch,
Ken Whiting, president of Whiting's Foods, will lead IAAPA as its chair in 2021 following
This year's Euro Attractions Show (EAS) will feature more than 100 hours of educational sessions,
IAAPA is celebrating its centenary with the induction of three veteran industry leaders into its
IAAPA chair Andreas Andersen has expressed his hope that the organisation's new international headquarters in
Cedar Fair has teamed up with the city of Sandusky and Bowling Green State University,
IAAPA has announced its winners for this year’s Brass Ring Awards, recognising a number of
IAAPA has welcomed four new members into its prestigious Hall of Fame, with Puy du
Chinese real-estate developer Riverside Group has appointed Don Potts as vice president of resort, park
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Brunswick Bowling is promoting Epicenter, a way to bring
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Brogent Technologies is launching Q-Ride, set to simulate an
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, BeaverTails will introduce its new food cart. The custom-made
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Waterplay Solutions will present Shoreline, an interactive aquatic play
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Theming and Animatronics Industries (TAA) is going comics. At
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Aquatic Development Group (ADG) will be sharing the news
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Niceberg Studios will showcaseits latest film, Moonthunder 5D, which
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Garner Holt Productions, which has been pursuing the art
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, OpenAire will exhibit its wide range of retractable enclosures,
Gateway Ticketing Systems is showcasing its customer relationship management solution, CRM Plus Powered by Galaxy,
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Sally Corp, which is celebrating its 40th birthday this
Alliance Leisure
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Specifier
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Research
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Talking point
UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Interview
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
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If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
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One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
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Featured supplier news: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Company profiles
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Dyaco UK Ltd press release: Exploring the core of i-Strength: How four digital resistance modes unlock personalised training for everyone
Spirit Fitness built the i-Strength adaptive strength training system around four distinct workout modes.
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Create PT press release: Create sets a new standard with its new personal training diploma
Create's new Personal Training Diploma is built on the depth, real-client practice and coaching judgement that turn a qualification into genuine readiness - taught as one continuous course so that every skill is reinforced and applied, not cleared once and forgotten.
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attractions industry. news

Joint vision on social sustainability Efteling and ride manufacturer Vekoma join forces in social sustainability.
This year marks a significant milestone for Red Raion, the CGI studio that has become
Three Universal Beijing Resort veterans – Tom Mehrmann, Sylvia Hase and Mike Hightower – will join
Merlin Entertainments has named Fiona Eastwood as chief operating officer for its midway attractions and
There is no place like IAAPA Expo, it’s the place to take in the most
North America and Japan-based visitor attractions and businesses picked up 14 of the 19 Thea
Elevate Arena
Elevate Arena
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has established an official presence in China, with a company
Attractions Management understands that MackNext, the innovation department of Mack Group, is working on a
Skånes Djurpark zoo in southern Sweden is launching a glamping experience for guests this year.
Triotech has announced a breakthrough alliance with Benoit Cornet and Bold Move to bring a
Red Raion, an Italy-based CGI studio specialising in movies for media-based attractions, has announced a
Attractions industry global association IAAPA has officially opened its new headquarters building in Orlando, providing
Global Wellness Summit
Global Wellness Summit
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Europe's premium event for the visitor attraction sector - IAAPA Expo Europe - is officially
Formerly the Asian Attractions Expo, (AAE) the newly-rechristened IAAPA Expo Asia (IEA) takes its first
Triotech has appointed Eric Beauregard to the role of vice president global sales. Beauregard holds
VR movie production company Red Raion is thrilled to announce that it will be exhibiting
A number of operators, individuals and attractions across the industry were recognised for excellence this
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has revealed the winners of this year's Thea Awards. Dollywood
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
Xplor Fitness & Leisure
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
The International Association of Amusement Parks and and Attractions (IAAPA) has inducted 11 global attractions
Interim IAAPA president and CEO Hal McEvoy has taken up the position on a permanent
IAAPA has inducted four members into its prestigious Hall of Fame (HOF), with Eugenius Birch,
Ken Whiting, president of Whiting's Foods, will lead IAAPA as its chair in 2021 following
This year's Euro Attractions Show (EAS) will feature more than 100 hours of educational sessions,
IAAPA is celebrating its centenary with the induction of three veteran industry leaders into its
IAAPA chair Andreas Andersen has expressed his hope that the organisation's new international headquarters in
Cedar Fair has teamed up with the city of Sandusky and Bowling Green State University,
IAAPA has announced its winners for this year’s Brass Ring Awards, recognising a number of
IAAPA has welcomed four new members into its prestigious Hall of Fame, with Puy du
Chinese real-estate developer Riverside Group has appointed Don Potts as vice president of resort, park
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Brunswick Bowling is promoting Epicenter, a way to bring
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Brogent Technologies is launching Q-Ride, set to simulate an
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, BeaverTails will introduce its new food cart. The custom-made
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Waterplay Solutions will present Shoreline, an interactive aquatic play
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Theming and Animatronics Industries (TAA) is going comics. At
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Aquatic Development Group (ADG) will be sharing the news
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Niceberg Studios will showcaseits latest film, Moonthunder 5D, which
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Garner Holt Productions, which has been pursuing the art
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, OpenAire will exhibit its wide range of retractable enclosures,
Gateway Ticketing Systems is showcasing its customer relationship management solution, CRM Plus Powered by Galaxy,
At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Sally Corp, which is celebrating its 40th birthday this
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Welcome to Elevate 2026
HCM magazine
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Reaching the people most gyms miss: Bedford Gym & Swim Campaign delivers 410 new members
One of the biggest mistakes the fitness industry still makes is advertising almost exclusively to people who already look and live like gym members.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Company profiles
Company profile: Brass Monkey
Brass Monkey designs and builds the world’s finest commercial-grade ice baths, working with leading gyms ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Energym
At Energym, we’re redefining the role of fitness in a sustainable future. Our award-winning British ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Dyaco UK Ltd press release: Exploring the core of i-Strength: How four digital resistance modes unlock personalised training for everyone
Spirit Fitness built the i-Strength adaptive strength training system around four distinct workout modes.
Featured press releases
Create PT press release: Create sets a new standard with its new personal training diploma
Create's new Personal Training Diploma is built on the depth, real-client practice and coaching judgement that turn a qualification into genuine readiness - taught as one continuous course so that every skill is reinforced and applied, not cleared once and forgotten.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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