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cetaceans news

Set to launch on 23 May, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will feature eight different realms offering
Plans have been announced to establish the first sanctuary in North America for captive whales
Following on from its 2017 decision to end its orca stunt shows in favour of
SeaWorld CEO Gus Antorcha has resigned from his position after just seven months in the
Two beluga whales from the Chang Feng Ocean World aquarium in Shanghai have completed a
Germany's Circus Roncalli has replaced its live animals with holograms in an attempt to raise
Elevate
Elevate
The keeping of whales, dolphins and porpoises for entertainment – as well as the breeding,
Merlin Entertainments, the company that operates more than 50 Sea Life aquariums, says it hopes
Almost 100 whales illegally captured last year will be released from their sea pens in
A legal dispute between Vancouver Aquarium in Canada and the Vancouver Board of Parks and
Merlin chief executive Nick Varney has reiterated the company's stance on cetacean captivity, as it
With pressures on cetacean captivity continuing to mount across North America, Canada’s Vancouver Aquarium has
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
A five-month investigation into the deaths of two beluga whales at Vancouver Aquarium last year
Two aquariums in Japan have left the Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums (JAZA) over
The Vancouver Park Board’s long-running debate on cetacean captivity has seemingly been brought to its
Despite growing sentiment worldwide that large sea creatures – particularly cetaceans – should not be
Vancouver Aquarium has outlined ambitious expansion plans for the next 12 years, which include the
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
SeaWorld Entertainment has announced a company restructuring which will see 320 jobs cut after a
Vancouver Aquarium has come under fire from animal welfare groups following the second death of
SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby has addressed the possibility of seaside sanctuaries for its whales, stating
Baltimore’s National Aquarium has unveiled a game-changing proposal for dolphin care, with plans for North
A new US-based non-profit organisation is planning to build a home for retired and rescued
SeaWorld has announced plans to phase out its theatrical killer whale public displays at its
SeaWorld Entertainment has announced its intention to challenge the decision of the California Coastal Commission
The California Coastal Commission has granted SeaWorld planning permission to expand its Orca facility in
A US federal judge has blocked the controversial importation of 18 captured beluga whales off
The largest aquarium in Russia and one of the largest in all of Europe has
A new accreditation scheme recognising areas of the world considered to be centres of excellence
SeaWorld Orlando has announced plans to build the tallest and fastest rollercoaster in the theme
Days after voting to ban the use of dolphins captured during the controversial Taiji dolphin
The Japanese member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) looks set to
Following the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (WAZA) decision to suspend the Japanese Association
The Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums (JAZA) has been suspended by the World Association
The captive cetacean debate has reared its head again following the death of a beluga
The debate on whether or not cetaceans should be kept in captivity continues to rage
San Diego SeaWorld’s president, John Reilly, has said the park will “not back down” against
A new aquarium is being set up at Moscow’s VDNKh exhibition centre as part of
The saga between Vancouver Aquarium and the city’s Park Board over the aquarium’s right to
The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is seeking federal permission to bring 18 beluga whales, captured
12,300
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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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Life lessons
Don’t think too much about positioning yourself for future roles. If you deliver with passion, great things will come your way
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News report
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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Recovery
As health club operators move to incorporate recovery into their offerings to meet growing consumer demand, Steph Eaves takes a look at what cryotherapy and ice bathing can add to the equation
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Everyone's talking about
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
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News report
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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Editor's letter
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
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Specifier
Industry suppliers are responding to the exponential increase in consumer demand for strength training with a raft of new and innovative launches and concepts, as Steph Eaves reports
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The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
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The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
When it was founded, Snap Fitness was ground-breaking, but by 2020 the industry had evolved, but the brand hadn’t
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
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In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
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Supplier Showcase
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Sport Alliance, a Hamburg-based provider of innovative software solutions and services to gyms and fitness suites, has announced the acquisition of PerfectGym, the international software provider to fitness and leisure businesses.
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Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: GLL fitness instructor smashes World Record
Anthony Bryan, a fitness instructor at GLL’s Southbury Leisure Centre, recently took part in the London Marathon.
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Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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Worldwide, Various,
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Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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24-24 Oct 2024
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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cetaceans news

Set to launch on 23 May, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi will feature eight different realms offering
Plans have been announced to establish the first sanctuary in North America for captive whales
Following on from its 2017 decision to end its orca stunt shows in favour of
SeaWorld CEO Gus Antorcha has resigned from his position after just seven months in the
Two beluga whales from the Chang Feng Ocean World aquarium in Shanghai have completed a
Germany's Circus Roncalli has replaced its live animals with holograms in an attempt to raise
Elevate
Elevate
The keeping of whales, dolphins and porpoises for entertainment – as well as the breeding,
Merlin Entertainments, the company that operates more than 50 Sea Life aquariums, says it hopes
Almost 100 whales illegally captured last year will be released from their sea pens in
A legal dispute between Vancouver Aquarium in Canada and the Vancouver Board of Parks and
Merlin chief executive Nick Varney has reiterated the company's stance on cetacean captivity, as it
With pressures on cetacean captivity continuing to mount across North America, Canada’s Vancouver Aquarium has
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
A five-month investigation into the deaths of two beluga whales at Vancouver Aquarium last year
Two aquariums in Japan have left the Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums (JAZA) over
The Vancouver Park Board’s long-running debate on cetacean captivity has seemingly been brought to its
Despite growing sentiment worldwide that large sea creatures – particularly cetaceans – should not be
Vancouver Aquarium has outlined ambitious expansion plans for the next 12 years, which include the
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, a W3Fit EMEA, is heading
SeaWorld Entertainment has announced a company restructuring which will see 320 jobs cut after a
Vancouver Aquarium has come under fire from animal welfare groups following the second death of
SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby has addressed the possibility of seaside sanctuaries for its whales, stating
Baltimore’s National Aquarium has unveiled a game-changing proposal for dolphin care, with plans for North
A new US-based non-profit organisation is planning to build a home for retired and rescued
SeaWorld has announced plans to phase out its theatrical killer whale public displays at its
SeaWorld Entertainment has announced its intention to challenge the decision of the California Coastal Commission
The California Coastal Commission has granted SeaWorld planning permission to expand its Orca facility in
A US federal judge has blocked the controversial importation of 18 captured beluga whales off
The largest aquarium in Russia and one of the largest in all of Europe has
A new accreditation scheme recognising areas of the world considered to be centres of excellence
SeaWorld Orlando has announced plans to build the tallest and fastest rollercoaster in the theme
Days after voting to ban the use of dolphins captured during the controversial Taiji dolphin
The Japanese member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) looks set to
Following the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (WAZA) decision to suspend the Japanese Association
The Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums (JAZA) has been suspended by the World Association
The captive cetacean debate has reared its head again following the death of a beluga
The debate on whether or not cetaceans should be kept in captivity continues to rage
San Diego SeaWorld’s president, John Reilly, has said the park will “not back down” against
A new aquarium is being set up at Moscow’s VDNKh exhibition centre as part of
The saga between Vancouver Aquarium and the city’s Park Board over the aquarium’s right to
The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is seeking federal permission to bring 18 beluga whales, captured
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
When it was founded, Snap Fitness was ground-breaking, but by 2020 the industry had evolved, but the brand hadn’t
HCM magazine
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: W3Fit EMEA’s innovative programme sets sail for Sardinia, Italy
Following a hugely successful event last year in Split, Croatia, W3Fit EMEA, is heading to the Chia Laguna resort in Sardinia from 8-11 October.
Company profiles
Company profile: Alliance Leisure
The company’s core business is the provision of facility development and support for local authorities, ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Elevate
The UK's largest annual trade event dedicated to physical activity, health, and performance...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Perfect Gym press release: PerfectGym joins Sport Alliance
Sport Alliance, a Hamburg-based provider of innovative software solutions and services to gyms and fitness suites, has announced the acquisition of PerfectGym, the international software provider to fitness and leisure businesses.
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: GLL fitness instructor smashes World Record
Anthony Bryan, a fitness instructor at GLL’s Southbury Leisure Centre, recently took part in the London Marathon.
Directory
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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