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TAA exhibits at Asian Attractions Show, Singapore.

Visit us at Asian Attractions Expo, June 5 - 7, 2013. We are busy with the final preparations with the most important themepark and leisure trade show for the Asian market. We will present our latest projects and seeking new opportunities in Asia. See you in Singapore at booth 818!

05/2013

 

Vialand - The countdown has started!

A 21 man strong TAA team works around the clock to get the theming ready for the grand opening! The warrior is growing by the minute! TAA specialists are working around the clock to get this 20 m tall figure ready! For the moment the warrior is still headless but very soon the head will be where it belongs, lifted by a 120 ton crane on top of the shoulders of the warrior. Then only arms and its huge axe of 6 m length are still missing. Other photos show our dragon almost finished and ongoing works in the Happy Farm which will be a children ride through a farm environment. The construction of the children main street Fun Zone is also underway. We foresee our works to end by mid May.

04/2013

 

Positive client statement on our SEA LIFE Munich project.

I just wanted to thank you and your team for all their incredibly hard work during the Munich ‘Mission Hai’ job. I know it was challenging project at times for all concerned, but your team did a fantastic job in making it take form and come to life. Even when working against the clock, the quality of work was as outstanding as always, and I know the Sea Life team on site are delighted with the outcome. So please pass on my thanks to all concerned, and I look forward to working with you again very soon. Regards Jeff Parker Merlin Entertainments

04/2013

 

"Huracan" Dark Ride at Bellewaerde Park opened.

"Huracan" Dark Ride at Bellewaerde Park opened to the public March 30, 2013. Udo Weisenburger and Camelia Bejusca participated in the opening ceremony. TAA themed the interior and exterior of the "Huracan Dark Ride", the new 2013 attraction at Bellewaerde Park. Inside the ride, that is divided in four main themes water, fire, fog and wind, TAA themed with its specialist and artists wall painting, floor theming as well as several key deco elements in the four areas to ensure a unique memorable experience to the guests.

04/2013

 

TAA themes ‚Vialand‘ in Turkey.

'Vialand' Turkey – TAA is creating a major part of the theming main areas of the new Turkish theme park “Vialand”. TAA is building for the planned water ride a 21 meter high Viking warrior which is from the theming point of view a challenge. Another key attraction in the water ride will be the 25 meter long Viking ship made in timber as well as the Dragon sculpture – a 60 meter tunnel where the guests drive through with the boats. In addition TAA creates the entire facade works for the entire Happy Farm Ride, the entire Fun Zone Street as well as all entrance arches to different zones of Vialand and its rides

03/2013

 

“Huracan” Dark Ride at Bellewaerde Park in Belgium is being themed by Theming and Animatronics Industries S.A.

TAA is proud to announce to theme the interior and exterior of the “Huracan Dark Ride”, the new 2013 attraction at Bellewaerde Park. The main entrance tower with the attractions sign is ready. TAA is theming now the walls of the station building as well as a “ghost face”. Inside the ride, that is divided in four main themes water, fire, fog and wind, TAA themes with its specialist and artists wall painting, floor theming as well as several key deco elements in the four areas to ensure a unique memorable experience to the guests and a well themed attraction. For TAA the project will take about 3 months with a team of 12 specialists.

02/2013

 

“The Magic Valley” at Toverland will be themed by TAA

TAA is proud to announce to build 2.500 sqm of artistic rockwork and four fantasy coon buildings for The Magic Valley, the completely new themed area at Toverland to open in Spring 2013. In the Magical Valley, visitors are whisked away to a magical world featuring no less than 8 new attractions for all the family. The artistic rock landscape surrounding the water ride, one the new key attractions, will be sculptured by the specialists of TAA. TAA that could convince the Toverland management to execute the entire rockwork after an excellent rock sample made by the TAA artists.

12/2012

 

TAA Christmas market at CentrO Oberhausen

TAA created the new Christmas market for the CentrO shopping center in Oberhausen, Germany. in 4,5 months a total of 138 wooden huts were built. Divided in three themed areas, "Wichtel", "Alm" and "Santa", welcome the guests at one of the most popular Christmas markets in Germany. All huts were custom made as well as the themes decoration elements. TAA is also a specialized manufacturer for Christmas themes and already developed in the past Christmas markets for the Spanish department chain El Corte Ingles.

12/2012

 

TAA at booth 1047 at IAAPA Orlando

Visit us at IAAPA Orlando, Nov. 13 - 16, 2012 - we will welcome you at our ‘catapult booth’ 1047. Take the opportunity to be informed about our latest references and to discuss your projects in detail. You won’t miss the ‘catapult booth’ for sure! See you in Orlando at 1047!!

10/2012

 

Successful EAS 2012 Berlin

TAA had a great EAS 2012 Berlin show! One of the most successful shows ever with excellent new contacts, many meetings and signed projects. The catapult booth has been amazing and talk of the trade show, to increase the awareness and recognition as well as to show our craftsmanship.

10/2012

 

TAA at EAS Berlin 2012 (Booth 417)

Take advantage of this opportunity to meet Udo Weisenburger and Christian Angenvoort, to see our latest references and to discuss solutions for your future projects. Look for our themed booth!

08/2012

 

TAA at Asian Attractions Expo 2012

TAA had a successful Asian Attractions Expo 2012 in Hong Kong. Many good contacts and leads from last year’s trade show in Singapore came again to discuss their projects and be informed about TAAs latest references. Photo: Udo Weisenburger, Camelia Bejusca and Christian Angenvoort of TAA at Ocean Park Hong Kong.

07/2012

 

TAA is now a member of TEA

TEA at Ocean Park event during Asia Attractions Expo 2012. Gene Jeffers, TEA Executive Director, Rick Rothschild, TEA President, Chris Conte, Intl. Board of Directors with new TEA members Udo Weisenburger and Camelia Bejusca of TAA.

07/2012

 

TAA is theming two aquariums in Australia

TAA’s summer will be busy. The company was asked to do the theming work for Oceanworld Manly (which will be known as Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary from 28th of June) and Sidney Aquarium in the next moths. These new projects are an excellent opportunity for TAA to prove its expertise in aquarium-theming.

06/2012

 

TAA is theming Tusenfryd‘s new kids area

TAA is theming Tusenfryd’s 2012 kids area “Frydskogen”. Our specialist are making the entrance gate, operating booths, sculptures and well as the fence. Stay tuned for more information and photos.

06/2012

 

TAA at IAAPA Asian Attractions

Visit TAA at Asian Attractions Expo in Hong Kong, June 5 - 8, 2012, - booth 1114

06/2012

 

Parkscout: Best New European Ride 2011/2012

The new indoor rollercoaster of Movie Park Germany is a smash hit. With its multimedia effetcts, the nice themed scenery inside and an atmospherical storyline "Van Helsing's Factory" is a perfect addition to the parks ride portfolio. Themed by Theming and Animatronics Industries S.A

06/2012

 

LEGOLAND Bilund Polar Land’s integral theming

Polar Land, LEGOLAND®’s new attraction turned out to be a hit. Theming and Animatronics Industries S.A. is proud that it has been asked to provide the theming for Polar Land - biggest new attraction in the history of LEGOLAND.

The Polar X-plorer -the second of just two free fall roller coasters in the world- invites the guest to butterflies-in-the-stomach sensations for 5-metre free fall. The unique polar theming made by TAA is enhancing this experience. The last leg of the Polar X-plorer ride goes past the park’s 17 new penguins. The curious little creatures are swimming around and are happy to stop if a particularly interesting visitor could be seen at the other side of the glass. Also they are the ones who transform an everyday meal to an adventure at the Pizza & Pasta restaurant. In the process of decorating the penguin’s habitat TAA has had also to consider marine biological issues, but our crew prove once again that they are professionals. For photos and more information about the theming made by TAA, please visit the Projects- Integral Theming section of the homepage.

Integral theming of PortAventura’s 2012 attraction

In the themed area of China, stands PortAventura’s new funny Escuela de conducción (Driving school). In this attraction notions of driving and road rules wil be thought in a fun way to pre-school kids. With this innovative Escuela de conducción (Driving school) the smallest children will feel themselves as great drivers and will emulate adults while learning and having fun. Theming and Animatronics Industries S.A. is very happy that it could contribute to the success of the new attraction with it’s theming expertise. Want to see and read the key elements of the theming? Please check the - Integral Theming section of the homepage.

KRAKE lebt! and Horrorkabinet are Heide Parks novelties in 2012

KRAKE and KRAKE lebt! are in the Skull Pirates’ Bay area of Heide Park Resort two fantastic thrill attractions that takes the of the visitors breath away – themed by Theming and Animatronics Industries S.A. On a ride in Germany’s first Dive Coaster the visitors enjoy a nearly vertical dive into the giant and scary mouth of the sea Krake and in the new Horrorkabinett KRAKE lebt! with its seven scary rooms themed by TAA the Krake is hunting for the visitors. TAA developed as a key attraction for the Dive Coaster experience a giant Pirate ship wreck which impresses by its size and genuine technical implementation. The “Krake” – a giant Octopus. Also engineering excellence was needed to make the Krakenmouth, the partly 15 meter arms to be at least as safe as breathtaking they look. The Horrorkabinett walk-through attraction is brand new. It takes guts to enter its doors, but the actors and theme made by TAA will surely reward everyone’s courage. To see pictures and read more about Heide Park’s new attraction, please visit the Projects- Integral Theming section of the homepage.

Integral theming for Hotel Andrija

Solaris was a new adventure for Theming and Animatronisc S.A. It was for the first time that the company themed a hotel room. Restaurant, lobby area, guest’s room and kind’s playground got an artistic touch from TAA’s specialists. Simple spaces turned into an aquatic land after the team finished the project. For photos and more information about the theming made by TAA, please visit the Projects- Integral Theming section of the homepage.

Giant entrance portal with boots at Holiday Park Plopsa,

A giant new entrance portal with ticket booths have been created – according to the natural surroundings - In the style of a magic forest village where the short holiday from daily life starts. From a functional and theming perspective the new entrance links the parking lots with the central place of fountains, where the newly designed Promenade with its colorful houses, the detailed decorated traditional elements, the typical roofs, towers and many artistic decoration elements, themed by Theming and Animatronics Industries. To see pictures and read more about Heide Park’s new attraction, please visit the Projects- Integral Theming section of the homepage.

Rockwork for Club Psyke 5D Experiment at Walibi Holland

Theming and Animatronics IndustriesS.A. created a 500 m^2 indoor rockwork as the central theming for Club Psyke 5D Experiment, Walibi Holland’s new Cinema Hall for the 2012 season. The goal of TAA was not only to create theming that looks great and provide a unique memorable experience to the visitors, but also safety and heavy usage issues related to the decoration were addressed. To see the outcome and learn more about the theming work this project implied, please visit the Projects- Integral Theming section of the homepage.

05/2012

 

TAA is theming the key attraction at Heide Park Reort, Soltau: KRAKE

The fourth year in a row TAA is theming the key attraction at Heide Park Resort Soltau, Germany. With „KRAKE lebt!” (Octopus alive) the Heide Park Resort opens as key attraction for the season 2012 the giant Pirate Ship for the Dive Coaster. Theming and Animatronics Industries is responsible for the theming of the old Pirate ship wreck as central part of the Dive Coaster and creates a complete new dark horror maze.

03/2012

 

New talents aboard

One of the secrets of TAA’s success lies in its skillfull and competent team. Having this in mind, we are more than happy to announce that from January 2012 on we have 2 new talented colleagues aboard.

Christophe Batista is a graduate of Besancon University (France) and have a Master’s Degree in Mechanical and Engineering Design as well as a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanics and Engineering. Although he is young, he can boast with important professional experiences. He was the project manager of the Concrete Rockwork construction at the new Zoo from Rabat (Morocco) and at the “Eismeer” project at Hagenbeck Tierpark in Hamburg (Germany). Both activities involved technical, financial, logistics and human resources responsibilities. When a good educational background and professional experience meets passion you got more than a coworker, you got a partner.

Jim Cassidey has an impressive career behind. He worked as production and sales manager at different companies – including S&S Worldwide – but his 22 years experience at Sally Corporation stands out the most. Being a Project Manager and Sales Engineer, he was supervising multiple million dollars sales and installation all over the world from initial sale to project completition. Production supervision and exhibition management were also in his job description. Jim Cassidey also made some valuable contacts in the American and Asian theme park networks. His technical skills include hands on experience with welding, TIG and MIG; pneumatics, valves and cylinders associated with the fabrication of animated robots and automated robots. This mix of experience makes Jim Cassidey a very valuable asset for TAA.

03/2012

 

TAA is theming the new 5D Cinema hall at Walibi Holland

In January TAA was busy at Walibi Holland. The creative team made of sculptors and painters was working on a 500 m^2 artificial rock wall. The decoration is mean to create a special environment for everybody who came for fun in the new 5D Cinema hall. This new project was not only another opportunity for TAA to prove it’s excellence in creating authentic-looking artificial rock- work, but also proves that it’s collaboration with Walibi is flourishing

03/2012

 

New breathtaking façade at Plopsaland de Panne done by TAA

The beginning of the New Year came with another project in De Panne for TAA; the façade of a new house located at the central square at Plopsaland. Cement and timber will be used to give a unique look for the building. The mesh work is already done, sculptors and painter being next to make their magic. The project became more challenging once harsh winter weather installed in Belgium, but TAA is more than happy to tackle this barrier and head to another success story of 2012 and a new milestone in its relationship with Plopsaland de Panne.

03/2012

 

TAA is theming „Krake lebt“ and horror maze

The fourth year in a row TAA is theming the key attraction at Heide Park Resort Soltau, Germany. With „KRAKE lebt!“ (Octopus alive) the Heide Park Resort opens as key attraction for the season 2012 the giant Pirate Ship for the Dive Coaster. Theming and Animatronics Industries is responsabile for the theming of the old Pirate ship wreck as central part of the Dive Coaster and creates a complete new dark horror maze.

02/2012

 

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

TAA won Brass Ring Award for Best Exhibit at IAAPA 2011. We wish you and your families our best season's greetings and good wishes for the next year.

12/2011

 

Brass Ring Best Exhibit award at IAAPA Orlando

We are very happy and proud to win the first place of the Brass Ring Best Exhibit, 600 – 1,000 Sq. Ft. during IAAPA 2011” in Orlando. This is an excellent recognition within the Leisure and Entertainment Industry to be one of the leading theming companies with great booths and delivering excellent quality at best value-for-money. Recognition of TAA’s top quality work is also the selling of Pirate Ship Booth to one of the participants of the fair.

11/2011

 

Visit us at IAAPA in Orlando November 15 - 18, 2011 - booth 2062

Take advantage of this opportunity to meet Udo Weisenburger and Christian Angenvoort, to see our latest references and to discuss solutions for your future projects. Look for the pirate ship, you won’t miss it for sure!

10/2011

 

Center Parcs: “Aquariaz”, the “Avoriaz Aquatics Center”

Center Parcs, has choosen Theming and Animatronics Industries S.A. for the first time to develop the rock work for the pool “Aquariaz”, the biggest mountain water park resort: - “Avoriaz Aquatics Center” in the French Alpes. This is another milestone in TAAs development to become the leader in the European leisure, entertainment and tourism industry. Center Parcs choose TAA after carefully examining the last projects with the conclusion, that TAA can provide Center Parcs with excellent and high quality work at best value-for-money. TAA is very proud to have been chosen by the French Pierre & Vacances-Center Parcs Group, one of the leading holiday resort developers and operators with more than 40 years of experience.

10/2011

 

TAA at EAS London, September 27 – 29, 2011. (booth 515)

Please visit us at our Pirate ship themed booth 515 at EAS London. We present our latest references and are looking forward to discuss your projects for the next season.

09/2011

 

New coaster theming at Mirabilandia

TAA is proud to announce that the new dual coaster "Thai Master" has opened on August 5th featuring extensive theming provided entirely by TAA. This is the 7th major project we have completed in as many months. Mirabilandia has opted for an extensive theme to further attract visitors consistent with a trend that TAA has observed in recent years of more elaborate roller coaster theming.

08/2011

 

Movie Park Germany: TAA Industries wins “Dark Ride” theming package

TAA won the bidding process and is pleased to theme the new Dark Ride attraction of the 2011 season at Movie Park Germany . For the new Dark Ride TAA will decorate both the interior and exterior of the former Gremlins ride, centrally located in the park. In addition, TAA will theme the exterior facade of the Music Club and new decorative elements in the interior of the restaurant. The new attraction is planned to open in May 2011.

 

Heide-Park Soltau: TAA Industries themes Germany's first Dive Coaster “Krake”

TAA Industries themes Germany's first Dive Coaster "Krake" (Octopus) in Heide-Park Soltau. In the “Skull Pirate Bay” area is great excitement. Mysterious things are going on in the central lake: the bubbling waters are awakening to life. A gigantic monster waits for the coming season 2011 only that the most fearless of all pirates will experience a great adventure. Theming and Animatronics Industries create for this amazing pirate adventure the thematic framework such as the scenery of the central attraction as well as the adjacent areas.

 

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IAAPA 2010: Great show for TAA Industries

The TAA booth “Pirate Ship Wreck” was recognized by the visitors as best show booth they have seen and provided great feedback to TAA in putting so much effort in a themed booth to match expectations of the leisure and entertainment industry. TAA was at IAAPA 2010 the only theming specialist with a great themed booth as global exhibitor strengthening its market position. “It was a great show for us in strengthening existing partnerships and making interesting contacts in new markets”, says Udo Weisenburger, President of TAA. .

 

TAA Industries at stand 405/505 at the EAS Rome,
October 6 - 8, 2010

TAA had an excellent fair at Euro Attractions Show 2010 in Rome. The themed booth as Pirate Ship generated a lot of attention. TAA increased its image as key player, had very important talks and negotiations with potential clients. Great projects to be signed soon.

10/2010

 

ASIAN ATTRACTIONS EXPO

TAA  had a successful Asian fair with many interesting talks with guests from India, China and other Asia countries, strengthening our position as global exhibitor and player in the leisure and entertainment industry. TAA is facing the best year ever for next season and exicting projects will be signed soon.

07/2010

TAA has themed the 5D experience “Nightmare”, the new attraction 2010 at Tusenfryd, Norway.

In June 2010, TAA Industries produced and installed the exterior and interior theming and animatronics for Alterface's inauguration of their first interactive haunted house in Europe, at Norways leading theme park Tusenfryd.

TAA provided the animatronic effects and themed environment for "Nightmare” like ancient props, medieval weapons, a target wall with zombie, scary knights, horrified face in mirrors and flying bats. 

06/2010

SEA LIFE Aquarium Arizona - TAAs first major project in the USA

TAA was the only non-American enterprise chosen by Merlin Entertainments for the Sea Life Phoenix project in Arizona, that opened in June 2010. The third collaboration was in order to guarantee the highest possible quality and a smooth project workflow. TAA decorated all themed interior areas such as the fantastic shipwreck and interactive games.

06/2010

TAA Industries S.A. have themed the “Skull Pirates' Bay”, the new attraction 2010 at Heide-Park Soltau, Germany: ToPiLauLa-Battle

In the centre of attention is the water ride ToPiLauLa-Battle. TAA have developed a gigantic pirates' wreck as the highlight of the pirate battle which impresses by its size, authentic design, heavy cannons, real wooden planks and an impressive figurehead on the bow.

05/2010

    As a further high-light, TAA designed the "Pirate Stunt Show Arena" as a stage for breathtaking duels, this true-to-the-detail reproduction leaves no wish unfulfilled, neither for the actors nor for the spectators. Visible from far away i    is the mast of over eleven meters of height, which was equipped with special effects in close co-operation with the show coordinators.

05/2010

Polar Bear Enclosure, Marineland, Antibes

    In May 2010 TAA finished Europes biggest Polar Bear Enclosure in Marineland, Antibes. Here on 3.500 sqm TAA created a landscape of authentic natural rocks for the animals, that fits in the overall ambiente and also t    the biological requirements.

05/2010

Sea Life Porto – Portugal’s first maritime experience themed by TAA Industries
Sunken ship wrecks and the sculpture of Neptune in the central aquarium are just two of the highlights. TAA Industries has implemented the entire integrated theming for the Sea Life Center in Porto, in the North of Portugal. TAA demonstrated their professionalism and creativity, capability of punctually implementing projects of huge dimensions in a highly qualified way, at a great cost/performance ratio and in co-operation with other partners. After an investment volume of 10 million Euros, more than 100.000 visitors were welcomed within the first two months, which exceeded all expectations.
06/2009

Heide-Park goes Maya
TAA Industries has designed, produced and installed “The Nameless Maya Valley” at Heide-Park Soltau for the 2009 season. In one of the coldest winters of the past 100 years, TAA met this challenge and realized a major cement theming under heavy snowfall. The highlights is the centric “Mayan Pyramid“ surrounded by the entrance portal, fibre glass ornaments integrated into walls, themed shops and all entrance areas leading to the different fun rides.
04/2009

Hagan un viaje a través de Transilvania – el país de Drácula en este nuevo e espectacular Dark Ride
Quien quiere saber cuanto miedo se puede tener debería montar en esta atracción. Esta atracción que se ha desarrollado conjuntamente con abc Rides impresiona con su concepto tematico y sus novedades técnicas. Los visitantes tendrán un momento inolvidable.
09/2008

TAA tematiza el nuevo Yogi Bear Ride en Warner Bros Park, Madrid
TAA Industries ha tematizado los elementos centrales de la atracción acuática Oso Yogui. La pieza más espectacular es una torre de aeropuerto con cuatro aviones dándose vueltas alrededor de la torre – como en un carrusel.
06/2008

Temtaizacion integral del LEGO Discovery Center en Duisburg
TAA ha realizado la tematizacion integral y la animatronica para la atracción LEGO Discovery Center in Duisburg, Alemania. El edificio histórico de “Wehrhahnspeicher” fue tematizado en sus 3.000 metros cuadrados. Destaca el Dark Ride “Drachenburg” que fue enteramente tematizado por TAA.
05/2008

TAA tematiza el nuevo Drop Ride en el Hamburg Dungeon
En los Hamburg Dungeon de Alemania, TAA ha producido la tematizacion para la nueva  atracción mecánica de caída libre “La guerra de los 30 años”.
04/2008

TAA construye de nuevo con piezas lego - somos partner para el Lego Discovery Centre en Duisburg, Alemania
El Wehrhahnspeicher, el sitio antiguo del museo Atlantis para niños, va a ser tematizado por TAA, en aproximado 3.000 m2. Abrirá sus puertas en Mayo 2008. La estrella será la atracción mecanizada "Dragon Ride" que se construye y tematiza dentro del edificio. TAA también es responsable de efectos de agua y otros efectos especiales, incluido neumáticos y mecanices.
12/2007

Parque Legoland Windsor (Reino Unido)
TAA Industries ha sido elegido como proveedor de toda la tematización y los efectos especiales de la nueva atracción acuática para el parque Legoland Windsor (Reino Unido). Esta atracción abrirá sus puertas a finales de Julio 2007 y será la estrella del Parque.
03/2007

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