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EAS Announces Potential Locations for Future Years

ALEXANDRIA (Mar. 30, 2006) – The Euro Attractions Show announced today its six finalist locations for 2008 and 2009.  The six countries in contention to host the premier European trade show for the attractions industry are: Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands and Sweden.  A final decision will be made in September.

EAS 2007 will be held from January 30 - February 1, in Seville, Spain.  By combining more than 10,000 square meters of exhibit space, a comprehensive range of product categories, educational sessions and networking opportunities, the EAS is Europe’s premier event for the amusement and attractions industry.

“Selecting show locations for several years demonstrates our commitment to continue the best show in Europe,” said Mats Wedin, President and CEO, Liseberg, and EAS Board member. “The parks and attractions business continues to strengthen worldwide, and you could definitely hear and see evidence of that at the EAS. I’m excited for the future of this show and the industry as a whole!”

Appropriate and sufficient space for the exhibit floor, meetings and educational sessions; venues to host behind-the-scenes tours, receptions, and special events; and ease of movement throughout the city, are among the criteria which will be used in the selection process.

The 2007 show will mark EAS’s seventh year.  Exhibitors already committed for EAS 2007 include well-known industry companies like Vekoma, Sally Corp., Gerstlauer, Whitewater West, Bob’s Space Racers, Zamperla, Pax, Mack, Intamin, Premier Rides, Huss, and Forrec.  A wide variety of  products and services will showcase at EAS 2007 include amusement rides, food and beverage, consultancy services, theming and design companies, and “back of house” capabilities like ticket sales and IT services.   The EAS gathers a dynamic combination of influential professionals from the attractions and amusement industry. 

To inquire and book exhibit space contact, in Europe Andrea Kolar, + 43 2216 2915, kolara@aon.at or fax to +43 2216 30096.  All others contact Pete Barto, +1 703/836-4800, exhibit@euroas.com, or fax to +1 703/299-5776.

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