Victor Wisdom, of Wisdom Industries announced that they are in the process of designing two new rides. We've had quite a few folks come here with new developments, looking ahead, but they're taking small steps because of the economy." People who already have projects in the works are moving forward with those. The buyers are looking at all angles before making decisions, but we have made some sales. In reference to the trade show, Lucy Murphy, Executive Assistant with Zamperla USA, said, "The people coming into the booth are coming to talk. The first Barnyard ride has been sold to Majestic Midways who is celebrating their 100th season in 2009. Both rides are classified as family rides, come in trailer models, and can be designed with a custom theme. The ride travels along an arched track that is 80" long while the surf board rotates 360 Degrees. This ride is unique because it is the only ride where the passenger stands and is not strapped in. In addition, the Surfs Up was introduced. The Barnyard can accommodate 24 passengers. The Barnyard, has a themed vehicle with a unique spinning and tilting motion. Zamperla, the Italian Ride Company announced two new rides for this year. Some buyers were interested in products and services for 2009, while many others laid the foundation for plans well into 2010 and beyond. Exhibitors showcased everything from new thrill rides, roller coasters, and inflatable attractions to theatrical equipment, souvenirs, high-tech control systems, candy, snow machines and other support equipment. The vast trade show floor featured 1,154 exhibiting companies on 482,550 net square feet of space, (8.3 miles of aisles) filling the North/South halls of the Orange County Convention Center. The number of buyers from Western Europe, Middle East, and Southeast Asia also decreased however, the number of first-time buyers increased 25 percent. While some buyer categories experienced a decline in attendance, the number of buyers increased from zoos, aquariums, museums, and science centers. More than 13,000 buyers representing more than 5,000 companies participated in the Expo. To be down less than 10 percent during these tumultuous economic times is amazing." "26,500 people participated in last year's show in Orlando, which was one of our best events in the past 10 years. "Considering the state of the world economy and the fact that this was our second consecutive year in Orlando, we are pleasantly surprised with the attendance at this year's Expo," said IAAPA President and Chief Executive Officer Charles Bray. Conference and Trade Show participants represented amusement and theme parks, family entertainment centers, waterparks, zoos, aquariums, museums, casinos, resorts, developers, themed entertainment designers, consultants, manufacturers, and suppliers. Orlando, FL - The IAAPA Expo 2008 closed Friday November 21, 2008, with preliminary estimates indicating approximately 24,000 people from a record 100 nations participating.
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