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October’s Euro Attractions Show promises to be bigger
and brighter than ever. IAAPA invites all its members and
friends to Sweden for the industry event of the year
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Euro Attractions Show 2015
Almost 11,000 attendees came to last year’s Euro Attractions Show in Amsterdam,
the Netherlands
Almost 11,000 attendees came to last year’s Euro Attractions Show in Amsterdam,
the Netherlands
Gothenburg, Sweden’s second-biggest city, is a popular tourist destination, with cultural and architectural highlights
Gothenburg, Sweden’s second-biggest city, is a popular tourist destination, with cultural and architectural highlights
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The Euro Attractions Show (EAS) 2015, Europe’s premier event for the attractions industry, will take place from 6-8 October 2015 at the Swedish Exhibition and Congress Centre in Gothenburg, Sweden, next to one of the finest theme parks in Europe: Liseberg. The trade show floor will offer more than 425 exhibitors from over 35 countries. More than 9,000 attendees will see products including rollercoasters and attractions, ticketing services, 4D and 5D theatres, water rides, rides for small children, themed areas and much more. All EAS attendees will also have the opportunity to enjoy Liseberg. EAS 2015 will also offer more than 20 hours of educational sessions, forums, attractions tours, leadership development and networking events to improve your business. EAS 2015 is the one-stop destination for leisure and attractions industry professionals, including operators, suppliers, manufacturers, investors, developers and anyone interested in the industry. EAS 2015
Location: Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre, Liseberg, Gothenburg, Sweden Dates: 6-8 October 2015 Who’s there: 425 exhibitors and more than 9,000 attendees What’s on: 20 hours of educational sessions and tours Tickets: $65 for members and $85 for non-members
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More than 9,000 industry professionals are expected to attend from: |
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• Amusement and theme parks
• Hotels and resorts
• Waterparks and resorts
• Casinos
• Family entertainment centres
• Concessions
• Zoos and aquariums
• Historic and tourist attractions
• Museums and science centers
• Go-kart facilities
• Attractions
and more!
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To better serve our European members, IAAPA have opened up a European Office in Brussels, Belgium. With this initiative, IAAPA are committed to creating a full service association in Europe, which will offer monitoring, advising, lobbying and PR services, as well as the latest knowledge and education on ride safety, industry data and best practice among members.
IAAPA organises the Euro Attractions Show – the premier industry trade show in the region.
In Europe, the association is guided by the European Advisory Committee and four sub committees: Education, Government Relations, Manufacturers and Suppliers and Safety. With the Advisory Committee, they discuss and support the work of IAAPA. They are comprised of volunteers from IAAPA member companies from across Europe.
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IAAPA
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide. Founded in 1918, IAAPA is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions, and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the industry. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, US, IAAPA maintains offices in Brussels, Hong Kong, Mexico City and Orlando.
Mission Statement
“Our mission is to serve the membership by promoting safe operations, global development, professional growth and the commercial success of the amusement parks and attractions industry.”
IAAPA hosts three trade shows on an annual basis:
• Asian Attractions Expo from June 17-19 in Hong Kong, China, in 2015.
• Euro Attractions Expo will be hosted in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 2015. It will be the first fully integrated trade show with – Liseberg – one of the major theme parks in Europe, just across the street.
• IAAPA Attractions Expo from 16-20 November in Orlando, Florida, US.
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The first EAS fully integrated with a major park |
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Registration is now open for EAS 2015. The event will take place from 6-8 October 2015 at the Swedish Exhibition and Congress Centre in Gothenburg, Sweden, next to Liseberg theme park. This makes it the first fully integrated Euro Attractions Show, with the convention centre and hotel directly attached to one of the continent’s major amusement parks.
Attendees receive evening access to Liseberg Park when they register for EAS 2015.
REGISTER HERE: www.iaapa.org/expos/euro-attractions-show/registration
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More information:
Visit www.IAAPA.org/EAS or contact the IAAPA Europe offices at Europe@IAAPA.org
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| Originally published in Attractions Management 2015 issue 2
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