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innovation news

The US$72m (€55, £46m) renovation project of Happy Hollow Park & Zoo in San Jose,
Two major refurbishments of tourist destinations in York are under threat due to government spending
Astro-tec, which currently offers standard lap seam domes as well as ultimate seam domes without
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has awarded 178 museums across the US
Fitness equipment supplier Star Trac has been acquired by fitness entrepreneur and investor Michael Bruno.
Fitness equipment supplier Star Trac has been acquired by fitness entrepreneur and investor Michael Bruno.
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Matrix Fitness Systems’ goal is to make commercial fitness equipment that stands out and sets
Freedom Leisure has received official community recognition for its Friday Night Project (FNP) at K2
The British Postal Museum and Archive (BPMA) has been handed a boost from the Heritage
More than 30 arts organisations across Wales will no longer receive funding under Arts Council
The winners of the annual British Hospitality Association (BHA) Awards have been announced at a
Aberystwyth's historic Vale of Rheidol Railway has secured a £300,000 cash injection from the Welsh
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Hafod Eryri, a new visitor centre on the summit of Snowdon, North Wales, is among
French hotel giant Accor has opened a Novotel-branded midscale hotel at Munich Airport in Germany.
A former fish and chip shop in Coventry's City Arcade has been turned into a
A new pilot workplace health programme - Workplace Activator - has been unveiled in London
London mayor Boris Johnson has launched a new consultation into a draft arts and culture
Swansea-based contractor John Weaver has been appointed by the Vale of Glamorgan Council (VGC) to
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Leading fitness solutions provider Pulse was recently presented with a plaque by the FIBO exhibition
Work is to begin in early 2011 on a sustainable 'floating spa and wellness centre'
Bangor University (BU) has unveiled the design for a new £35m arts and innovation venue,
Peter Feld, formerly the general manager of Johnson and Johnson GmbH Germany, is to become
Mohammed 'Mo' Yacoobali, a University of Bolton Strength and Conditioning MSc student has launched his
Play equipment provider Playdale has unveiled the Amazon from its new Jungle Climber range, which
Jubilee Hall Trust has won the contract to manage the Westminster Gym in the Houses
Jubilee Hall Trust has won the contract to manage the Westminster Gym in the Houses
Suffolk-based Abbeycroft Leisure has marked its fifth birthday by planting time capsules to be opened
The Personal Trainer of the Year award has been handed out during the annual Fitness
The LifeVest Wearable Difibrillator was named one of the five most innovative and life changing
Ahead of May's general election, the British Hospitality Association (BHA) has prepared a manifesto of
Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, the Disney Dream, will boast some innovative touches, including interactive
FIBO, the international trade show for fitness, wellness and health, will take place in Essen,
Online gaming operator 888 Holdings has reported a 6 per cent drop in total operating
Museums and galleries across the UK are set to offer adult learning activities after the
Northampton Borough Council's (NBC) decision to transfer the operation of its leisure and sports facilities
Plans for a new £35m arts and innovation centre in Bangor, North Wales, have taken
Central YMCA has announced appointed Denise Page as the new executive director of its training
Bolton Community College has invested in a new on-campus health and fitness club as part
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has unveiled a new strategy to help develop the
Hawk-Eye Innovations officiating systems for tennis matches can work alongside TV broadcasters and provide calls
12,300
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We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
HCM promotional features
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
Opinion
Dr Paul Bedford talks to Jak Phillips about the double-edged sword of the strength training trend and his ambitions for the sector
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Property experts say it’s a golden moment for health and fitness operators to secure leases, as the sector has come through the pandemic with its reputation largely intact and clubs are seen as desirable anchor tenants. Kath Hudson finds out why landlords want to talk
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
HCM magazine
Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Company profiles
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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

innovation news

The US$72m (€55, £46m) renovation project of Happy Hollow Park & Zoo in San Jose,
Two major refurbishments of tourist destinations in York are under threat due to government spending
Astro-tec, which currently offers standard lap seam domes as well as ultimate seam domes without
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has awarded 178 museums across the US
Fitness equipment supplier Star Trac has been acquired by fitness entrepreneur and investor Michael Bruno.
Fitness equipment supplier Star Trac has been acquired by fitness entrepreneur and investor Michael Bruno.
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
Matrix Fitness Systems’ goal is to make commercial fitness equipment that stands out and sets
Freedom Leisure has received official community recognition for its Friday Night Project (FNP) at K2
The British Postal Museum and Archive (BPMA) has been handed a boost from the Heritage
More than 30 arts organisations across Wales will no longer receive funding under Arts Council
The winners of the annual British Hospitality Association (BHA) Awards have been announced at a
Aberystwyth's historic Vale of Rheidol Railway has secured a £300,000 cash injection from the Welsh
Elevate
Elevate
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets
Hafod Eryri, a new visitor centre on the summit of Snowdon, North Wales, is among
French hotel giant Accor has opened a Novotel-branded midscale hotel at Munich Airport in Germany.
A former fish and chip shop in Coventry's City Arcade has been turned into a
A new pilot workplace health programme - Workplace Activator - has been unveiled in London
London mayor Boris Johnson has launched a new consultation into a draft arts and culture
Swansea-based contractor John Weaver has been appointed by the Vale of Glamorgan Council (VGC) to
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Leading fitness solutions provider Pulse was recently presented with a plaque by the FIBO exhibition
Work is to begin in early 2011 on a sustainable 'floating spa and wellness centre'
Bangor University (BU) has unveiled the design for a new £35m arts and innovation venue,
Peter Feld, formerly the general manager of Johnson and Johnson GmbH Germany, is to become
Mohammed 'Mo' Yacoobali, a University of Bolton Strength and Conditioning MSc student has launched his
Play equipment provider Playdale has unveiled the Amazon from its new Jungle Climber range, which
Jubilee Hall Trust has won the contract to manage the Westminster Gym in the Houses
Jubilee Hall Trust has won the contract to manage the Westminster Gym in the Houses
Suffolk-based Abbeycroft Leisure has marked its fifth birthday by planting time capsules to be opened
The Personal Trainer of the Year award has been handed out during the annual Fitness
The LifeVest Wearable Difibrillator was named one of the five most innovative and life changing
Ahead of May's general election, the British Hospitality Association (BHA) has prepared a manifesto of
Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, the Disney Dream, will boast some innovative touches, including interactive
FIBO, the international trade show for fitness, wellness and health, will take place in Essen,
Online gaming operator 888 Holdings has reported a 6 per cent drop in total operating
Museums and galleries across the UK are set to offer adult learning activities after the
Northampton Borough Council's (NBC) decision to transfer the operation of its leisure and sports facilities
Plans for a new £35m arts and innovation centre in Bangor, North Wales, have taken
Central YMCA has announced appointed Denise Page as the new executive director of its training
Bolton Community College has invested in a new on-campus health and fitness club as part
The Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA) has unveiled a new strategy to help develop the
Hawk-Eye Innovations officiating systems for tennis matches can work alongside TV broadcasters and provide calls
1881 - 1920 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
We want our future sports centre to act as a co-location for health and wellbeing services, furthering our connections with GP referrals and digital health platforms
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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
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
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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
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
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
I would say those results, along with the team’s total lack of complacency – their desire to keep improving – have been the two big highlights of my first year
HCM magazine
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Study Active acquires Premier Global name and select branding assets
Study Active has legally acquired the name “Premier Global” and select Premier Global branding assets from Assessment Technologies Institute LLC, part of Ascend Learning in the US.
Company profiles
Company profile: GLL
GLL
As the UK’s leading provider of both leisure centres and libraries, GLL operate nearly 400 ...
Company profiles
Company profile: FIBO Global Fitness
FIBO pursues the vision of a strong and healthy society and as a global network ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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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