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« Georgia Gold Rusher » – The first Intamin Ultra Surf at Six Flags Over Georgia
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On March 15, 2025, Six Flags Over Georgia (USA) opened “Georgia Gold Rusher”, the world’s first Intamin Ultra Surf. This innovative ride promises a unique experience with exhilarating airtime and powerful launches within a compact footprint.
Packed with weightlessness and airtime moments, this coaster is designed to provide a memorable experience for thrill-seekers and families alike.

Georgia Gold Rusher: An Airtime Machine

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Georgia Gold Rusher delivers an unparalleled ride experience with a large amount of weightlessness and airtime moments.

Firstly, this is achieved through the airtime hill and two beyond vertical, ejector intense gravity stall ramps with 44-metres height. Secondly, the free-spinning, spin-incited vehicles offer a unique sensation of floating and spinning through the air, making each ride different from the last resulting in a highly re-rideable experience.

With its shuttle-style coaster design on a compact footprint, riders can enjoy up to 600 meters of experienced track on just 180 meters of physical track.

Intamin’s Innovations in the “Surf Family”

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The vehicles feature the comfortable and popular Intamin over-the-shoulder lap bar, allowing for maximum freedom and comfort.

In addition, the Ultra Surf utilizes Intamin’s state-of-the-art water-cooled LSM launch system, the most powerful available on the market, vehicles can reach speeds of up to 95 km/h, and delivers a powerful acceleration from the very first push. On top of that, the smooth ride experience is further enhanced by a simpler and wider track design, which requires less supporting structure.

Finally, the ride’s appealing look is enhanced by a water effect that interacts with the ride, creating an impressive splashdown moment for both riders and spectators alike.

There’s only one way to experience the combination of launches, spinning, and airtime on the new Intamin Ultra Surf, only at Six Flags Over Georgia. Many thanks to Six Flags Over Georgia and Six Flags Entertainment Corporation for their trust and partnership.
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Intamin Sustainability: Reducing the energy consumption
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Sustainability at Intamin is now part of our mission. Together with our partners and suppliers we work to find and implement sustainable solutions that reduce our overall supply chain emissions. In this first “Sustainability blog,” we will provide an overview of our partners involved in our supply chain and their efforts to reduce energy consumption.

These efforts include the installation of solar panels, improvements in facility insulation, and the use of district heating in certain establishments. While further sustainable actions are expected in the coming years, each partner is responsible for proactively reducing their own emissions, just as they proactively develop and improve their technologies.

Solar panels at Intamin Headquarters

The headquarters of Intamin in Schaan, Liechtenstein, is the core of our company. It hosts our design and sales departments, project management teams, calculation and engineering teams, after-sales and refurbishment team, as well as HR and accounting. This central hub ensures seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.

Two connected twin buildings are the Intamin’s home in Schaan. The roof of both buildings was covered with solar panels 10 years ago. 137m2 of solar panels can cover around 25% of the power needed in the Schaan offices. Moreover, in order to reduce emissions as far as possible, the other 75% of energy demand that comes from the grid is based on renewable energies.

Improving energy efficiency at Intamin’s Factory in Germany

Intamin’s factory in Germany is the specialist when it comes to creating artistic fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) bodies. Whereas it is a vehicle, a boat, or a train.

Moving towards sustainability, Intamin Germany not only installed 600 solar panels but also improved the insulation of different workshop spaces. This resulted in heating savings of around 75% and covering around 41% of its electrical consumption with their own solar panels.

Intamin Sustainability at the Stakotra Factory in Slovakia

The Stakotra factory in Slovakia is where giant steel pipes are turned into roller coaster tracks. This 16 935m2 factory of precise manufacturing was equipped in February 2024 with 1050 solar panels, producing a combined output of 510 kW.

These panels cover about 30% of Stakotra’s electricity needs, furthering the goals of Intamin Sustainability by significantly reducing our reliance on non-renewable energy sources.

What’s Next?

Intamin’s headquarters in Liechtenstein are about to expand! The new Intamin building in Schaan, expected to finalise by the end of 2026, will be provided with solar panels.

Focusing on solar panels and energy efficiency, the expansion of the headquarters will include increased solar panels coverage. The new solar panels are expected to produce around 67,000kWh annually, more than double of the expected electricity required. This extra energy will supply the existing building, further reducing the energy consumption and overall emissions of Intamin’s facilities.

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Danse Macabre wins FKF Awards
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Danse Macabre wins its first award

The FKF Award for Best Park Innovation goes to the Dutch theme park Efteling for the attraction Danse Macabre. The unique Dynamic Motion Stage ride system from Intamin Amusement Rides enables an immersive experience that seamlessly combines a complex interplay of movements, reminiscent of a falling coin’s dance, and show elements.

The FKF Awards

Kalkar, February 1, 2025 – The winners of the FKF Award were announced at this year’s FKF Convention at Wunderland Kalkar. Since 2003, the Freundeskreis Kirmes und Freizeitparks e.V. (FKF) has honored the previous year’s outstanding new attractions at European amusement parks and funfairs with this prestigious award.

The FKF Awards are decided by more than 1,700 members of the FKF community from nine countries, making this an important recognition within the German and European theme park enthusiast communities.

Danse Macabre

On October 31st, Efteling unveiled their latest immersive attraction, “Danse Macabre,” to the public. The innovative ride system, developed in partnership with Intamin (the Dynamic Motion Stage), exemplifies a cutting-edge ride system that complements Efteling’s renowned storytelling expertise.

Guests enter a dilapidated chapel, where they become part of the eponymous dance of death while a ghostly orchestra plays. The detailed design and in-depth background story make Danse Macabre a worthy successor to the former Spookslot (1978–2022), which stood in the same location.

A huge thank you to Efteling for their incredible collaboration and passion in bringing this ride to life. And, of course, thanks to all the participants who voted and recognized our work!

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2025 Amusement exhibitions and attendances
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Experience the forefront of ride innovation with Intamin during amusement exhibitions!

Join us globally at amusement exhibitions, summits, and expos to explore our cutting-edge ride technologies. Our dedicated team is thrilled to showcase our innovations and help you bring the project of your dreams to reality.

Contact us now to schedule an appointment and embark on a journey of unparalleled amusement ride excellence.

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Americas

Exhibition Location Date Booth
IAAPA Latin American Summit
Mexico City,
Presidente InterContinental Mexico City Hotel
March 24 – 26
Colombian Amusement and Attraction Parks Association (ACOLAP)
Bogota – Colombia
May 08 – 10
SINDEPAT Summit
Campos do JordĂŁo – Brazil
Campos do JordĂŁo Convention Center
May 14 – 16
IAAPA Expo
Orlando, FL, US
Orange County Convention Center
November 18 – 21
3825

Europe

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Date
Booth
SNELAC
France
Puy du Fou
May 20 – 22
IAAPA Expo Europe
Barcelona, Spain
Fira Gran Via Exhibition Center
September 23 – 25
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Middle East & Africa

Exhibition Location Date Booth
IAAPA Middle East Trade Summit
Riyadh, KSA
February 18 – 19
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SEA
Saudi Entertainment & Amusement Expo
Riyadh, KSA
Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center
May 20 – 22
 4C439

Asia & Oceania

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IAAPI
Mumbai, India
Bombay Exhibition Centre
February 19 – 21
G24
IAAPA Expo Asia
Shanghai, China
July 01 – 03
1815
Vietnam Theme Park Expo
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
The Adora Center
August 27 – 28
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Merry Christmas and Happy new year 2025
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the whole Intamin team! This is the time to enjoy rides that will be remembered forever and to share unforgettable moments with your family.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank our great partners for a fantastic year-it’s a pleasure to work together on such exciting projects.

We are very excited about the experiences that 2025 and beyond hold, and we can’t wait to share more of these unforgettable moments with you!

Meanwhile, celebrate the holidays with Intamin by downloading our festive wallpapers for mobile and desktop devices!

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Intamin Family LSM and Dome Ride 40
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Learn more about Intamin latest additions: the Intamin Family LSM and Dome Ride 40.

NEW PRODUCT: Family LSM

Building on the technology behind our iconic and world-renowned LSM Launch Coasters, our new Family LSM Coaster features a brand-new LSM system which was adapted from the strongest launch available on the market. The trains and propulsion system are designed to accommodate both young and old, featuring an LSM Launch Coaster for the whole family!

Airtime Capability

The Family LSM Coaster delivers thrilling airtime up to -0.4G, letting riders experience some real airtime!

Minimum Height Requirement

With a minimum height requirement of only 1.00 meter (39 inches), the Family LSM Coaster makes it easy for young guests to join in on the fun.

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Customized Layout Elements

The Family LSM Coaster offers a high degree of customization, featuring layout elements such as fast switches, spikes, backward launch sections, and inversions, among many others. This extensive customization allows for designs similar to our larger LSM Launch Coasters or entirely unique layouts, up to you!

The Intamin Family LSM Coaster offers a perfect blend of thrill and accessibility. With versatile layouts, accessible height requirements, and features like airtime hills and inversions, it’s designed to give an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

NEW PRODUCT: Dome Ride 40

In 2023, Intamin’s Dome Ride Theater received several industry awards, including the IAAPA Brass Ring and Impact Award (among others). In response to customer feedback, Intamin now introduced the Dome Ride 40, a space- and budget-friendly option to the larger Dome Ride Theater.

The most immersive ride in the world

The Dome Ride 40 incorporates a 360-degree LED dome, providing uninterrupted panoramic views and maintaining its reputation as the most immersive ride in the world. It retains the dynamic capabilities of its larger counterpart, including up to 6 RPM rotation and a 30-degree tilting ring. Furthermore, the ride features 4D effects such as seat vibrations, scents, wind, and other effects.

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Simplified system

Intamin has optimized the system by removing the retracting LED show floor and incorporating retractable handrails for the loading and unloading process.

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Differentiate from the competition

The Dome Ride 40 is designed for venues looking to offer a distinct and innovative product. It can be used in various settings, such as amusement parks or as a stand-alone attraction at destinations like shopping malls.

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IAAPA Expo Orlando
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Visit Intamin at IAAPA Expo 2024 in Orlando!

Hi Orlando! We’re excited to bring the latest innovations to IAAPA Expo 2024! Join us from 19 to 22 November at Booth 3825 to explore our unique products designed to transform the leisure industry.

Why Visit Intamin?

– Innovative Solutions: Give the best guest experiences from family exciting rides to record breaking attractions.
– Expert Insights: Get some insights from our engineer team sharing their know-how.

About IAAPA Expo

IAAPA Expo is the top event in the world for the amusement and leisure industry, featuring hundreds of exhibitors and offering unparalleled networking and learning opportunities.

See You in Orlando!

Don’t miss out—mark your calendar for 19-22 november and visit us at Booth 3825

at the Orange County Convention Centre. We look forward to connecting with you!

Visit the official Website

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NOVEMBER 19-22 2024
LOCATION
Orlando, Florida
Orange County Convention Center
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“Danse Macabre” – The Dynamic Motion Stage
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On October 31st, Efteling in the Netherlands opened the highly anticipated and first-of-its-kind “Danse Macabre” attraction to the public. 

Over the years, Efteling and Intamin have successfully collaborated to pioneer the amusement industry through a strong and successful partnership. In 2024, this reached a new milestone with the opening of “Danse Macabre”.

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Storyline and Backstory 

Built on the site of the beloved Spookslot (Dutch for “Haunted Castle”), expectations for this new ride were high. Together with Efteling, Intamin was entrusted to develop an innovative and highly unique ride system, perfectly aligned with the storyline’s vision which is centred around the famous “Danse Macabre” composition by Camille Saint-SaĂ«ns from the 19th century. 

The tale unfolds on Friday the 13th in 1876, when the eccentric conductor Joseph Charlatan’s entire orchestra vanished during an international music competition. After a grand performance of Danse Macabre, they were ruthlessly devoured by “The Unnamable,” an evil, monstrous, cat-like creature that still prowls these parts today. 

Custom Ride System 

The “Danse Macabre” ride system, or Dynamic Motion Stage, has an instant capacity of 108 passengers with each of the six custom-themed choir stall cabins accommodating 18 guests each (alternate seating configurations available). 

The cabins can additionally incorporate 4D effects like scent and butt kickers together with an on-board audio system to enhance the storytelling even further.

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Heave, Tilt, and Drop 

The ride system features an unlimited individual cabin rotation, a 25° (maximum) tilt on the 18-meter-diameter main platform combined with a limitless rotation of the main platform itself. The hydraulic system allows for platform movements of up to 3 meters in height, with heave speeds of up to 1.5 m/s and drop speeds of up to 3 m/s. 

The interplay of movements, reminiscent of a falling coin’s dance, opens a realm of new possibilities and enables storytelling on multiple levels. Combined with Efteling’s exceptional theming and animatronics, the highly emotive soundtrack, and the captivating narrative, this ride delivers an unprecedented “romantic horror” experience for the whole family.

Step into the enchanting world of “Danse Macabre” at Efteling and enjoy an unforgettable experience, delighting both young and old alike.

The Intamin team extends its heartfelt thanks to our long-term partner Efteling for trusting us once again to push the boundaries of our industry together. 

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IAAPA Expo Europe
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Visit Intamin at IAAPA Expo Europe 2024 in Amsterdam!

Hallo Amsterdam! We’re excited to bring the latest innovations to IAAPA Expo Europe 2024! Join us from 24 to 26 September at Booth 12504 to explore our unique products designed to transform the leisure industry.

Why Visit Intamin?

– Innovative Solutions: Give the best guest experiences from family exciting rides to record breaking attractions.
– Expert Insights: Get some insights from our engineer team sharing their know-how.

About IAAPA Expo Europe

IAAPA Expo Europe is the top event in Europe for the amusement and leisure industry, featuring hundreds of exhibitors and offering unparalleled networking and learning opportunities.

See You in Amsterdam!

Don’t miss out—mark your calendar for 24-26 September and visit us at Booth 12504 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre. We look forward to connecting with you!

Visit the official Website

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SEPTEMBER 24 – 26 2024
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
RAI Amsterdam Convention Center
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« Gold Rush » – Family Lift & Launch Coaster at Drayton Manor
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On July 26, 2024, Intamin’s esteemed partner Drayton Manor (UK) opened their new ride “Gold Rush”, one of the most innovative family coaster in Europe, to the public. Gold Rush is Europe, and Intamin’s, first family coaster featuring both a lift and a launch in the same ride as well as a multi-experience layout configuration.

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Lift & Launch

Gold Rush at Drayton Manor offers a dynamic ride which will take you on a wild adventure through the history of the gold mining era.

In one of the two ride sequences, you will experience the lift hill both in the classic forward way but will, after a separate backwards friction wheel launch section, reverse the backside of the lift hill, stall, and launch forwards back down the lift hill again.

Afterward, a dynamic friction wheel launch will then propel you through close-to-ground manoeuvres along the rest of the exciting layout. The layout includes includes many low-to-the-ground elements that create a surprising and dynamic ride experience for the whole family.

Gold Rush features Intamin’s proven single-backbone track which ensures a smooth ride experience and offers an aesthetically pleasing design, requiring fewer columns compared to the traditional two-pipe track systems

Multi-Experience Ride

Additionally, Gold Rush is designed with a unique multi-experience layout configuration, enabling it to alternate between two distinct ride sequences at the flick of a switch. This allows the park to vary the ride experience, opting (for example) for one sequence in the morning and a different one later in the day.

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Customized Trains

The trains feature comfortable seats, individual lap bars, and customized theming to perfectly fit the story you want to tell. Combined with a 1-meter minimum height requirement, these trains are a perfect fit for the entire family.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Gold Rush at Drayton Manor, one of the most innovative family coasters, combining both lift and launch for a unique experience.

Finally, the Intamin team is proud to be part of this project would like to extend its gratitude to its long-standing partners Drayton Manor and Looping Group, for placing their trust in us.

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