Shanghai, China --(ASIA TODAY)-- Based on preliminary results, Asian Attractions Expo (AAE) 2016 attracted a record-breaking 11,500 total participants, including 8,100 buyers; and for the sixth consecutive year broke records for the size of the trade show floor and number of exhibitors; delivered information-packed education programs; and featured sold-out networking events at Shanghai-area attractions, including the new Shanghai Disney Resort. Asian Attractions Expo, which is organized by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA), took place at the Shanghai New International Exhibition and Convention Centre, 13-16 June.
This is the highest number of participants in AAE history and represents a 365 percent increase, when compared to the last time the Expo was in Shanghai (2006). Owners, executives, managers, and leaders from the region’s theme parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, museums, science centers, and resorts, as well as a number of developers and investors, participated in Asian Attractions Expo 2016.
A record 414 exhibiting companies filled 12,339 net square meters of space making it the largest trade show floor in the event’s history. Exhibitors came from 34 nations and showcased the latest innovations for the attractions industry, including high-tech multiple-dimension motion simulators, virtual reality experiences, roller coasters of all shapes and sizes, next-generation video game concepts, immersive themed design elements and services, interactive water slides, and much more.
The IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers and IAAPA Safety Institute were well attended. The education conference at AAE featured industry leaders from around the world who addressed topics including: what’s new in Asia, implementing effective human resources strategies, creating risk management programs, and developing a business recovery strategy.
Asian Attractions Expo 2016 by the Numbers
The Platinum Sponsor for Asian Attractions Expo 2016 was Dynamic Attractions Ltd. Gold sponsors wereArihant Waterpark Equipment, Brogent Technologies, Galasys, Goddard Group, Golden Horse, JRA,Pictureworks, Ripley Entertainment, and Wärtsila FUNA International. Silver sponsors, included Kraftwerk Living Technologies, ProSlide Technology, Scruffy Dog Ltd., and WhiteWater Waterparks and WhiteWater Attractions.
Asian Attractions Expo 2017 will be held at the Sands Exhibition and Convention Center at Marina Bay Sands Singapore, 13-16 June, and advance exhibit sales are strong. Exhibitor information on the 2017 event is available on the IAAPA website. More detailed information on AAE 2017 will be available in late 2016.
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