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Shows in Nice and Munich Provide Buying Opportunities for 2008 and 2009 Operating Seasons

19 March, 2007 – Today, executives from the European Association Amusement Supplier Industry (EAASI) and the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) announced that in addition to hosting the Euro Attractions Show (EAS) in Nice, France 23-25 January, a second EAS will be held in Munich, Germany 30 September – 2 October, 2008.

The January show in Nice gives amusement park and attractions owners and operators the opportunity to purchase exciting new attractions, innovative new products and consulting services for the 2008 operating season. It will be held at the Acropolis Congress and Exhibition Center in Nice.

The fall show in Munich gives attractions professionals a chance to make important buying decisions for the 2009 operating season. It will take place in the new Munich Trade Fair Centre.

EAS organizers also announced that value-added incentives will be given to exhibitors and attendees who participate in both shows.

“EAS exhibitors and attractions owners and operators throughout Europe told us they preferred a fall date for the Euro Attractions Show,” explained IAAPA President Charlie Bray. “We listened to that feedback and added a fall show to the schedule for 2008.”

EAASI President Wieland Schwazkopf said the manufacturers and suppliers also preferred the fall date for the show. “According to our members, those who design and build attractions for the industry, the fall is an ideal time for EAS. It allows exhibitors to showcase new products earlier in the buying cycle; provides additional time for the manufacturing process; and gives buyers more time to plan for new product introductions.”

EAASI and IAAPA leaders said they will carefully monitor and evaluate the success of the fall show and, based on that assessment, consider moving the show to the fall on a permanent basis.

The Euro Attractions Show was hosted by Vienna, Austria, in January 2005 and 2006 and in Seville, Spain, in January 2007. EAASI and IAAPA leaders confirmed EAS will continue to move to different cities in Europe following the 2008 shows in Nice and Munich.

¨We are confident we will build on the success of Seville as we move to Nice and Munich,” said IAAPA’s Bray. “Both locations offer quality convention facilities in popular European cities. Participants will have the opportunity to experience the beauty of the French Riveria and the excitement of Oktoberfest all in the same year.  It’s a strong combination that will ensure two unique, successful shows for exhibitors and attractions professionals alike.”

A record 7,400 people from 69 nations attended the three-day conference and trade show in Seville, Spain, in January 2007.

EAS attendees include owners, general managers, and operators of amusement and theme parks, family entertainment centers, waterparks, and carnivals. Additional attendees represent fairs, exhibitions, zoos, aquariums, museums, science centers, stadiums, arenas, campgrounds, national parks, casinos, resorts, shopping centres, and retailers.

More than 270 exhibitors showcase their original and exciting amusement park rides, inflatable attractions, high-tech products, delicious theme park treats, costume characters, and much, much more at the Euro Attractions Show.

EAS also includes a number of educational programs, presentations, tours of local attractions, industry meetings, and a variety of networking events for industry professionals.

Nice

One of the top tourist destinations in France, Nice is known for its arts and musical festivals, beautiful countryside, amazing beaches, and great jazz. Located in the southeast corner of France, Nice is a neighbor of Italy and is on the beautiful French Riviera. It is extremely accessible from a great number of cities across Europe. The Acropolis Exhibition Center is a world-class facility with more than 8,000 square meters (86,000 square feet) of exhibit space including many areas with 21.5-meter-high (70-foot-high) ceilings.

Munich

Munich is Germany's third largest city and one of Europe's most prosperous. The city is located on the River Isar north of the Bavarian Alps and is known for high-tech companies, unique traditions, sophisticated style, beer gardens, trendy night spots, art galleries, and Bavarian tradition including the world-renowned Oktoberfest. The new Munich Trade Fair Centre is a modern facility with 17 state-of-the-art, pillar-free halls with 180,000 square meters of exhibition space. The centre is conveniently located between the city and the Munich International Airport.

About EAS

EAS is co-hosted by two leading attractions and supplier trade associations: the European Association Amusement Supplier Industry (EAASI) and the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA). A number of additional industry associations throughout Europe actively participate in and support EAS.

More information about EAS 2008 in Nice and Munich is available at visit www.euroas.com.

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For additional information, contact David Mandt at dmandt@euroas.com