Industry Veteran Pat Ternes Remembered for Decades of Impact at Chance Rides
The global attractions industry is mourning the loss of Pat Ternes, a longtime leader at Chance Rides whose career spanned more than three decades and left a lasting imprint on colleagues, customers, ... [read more]
Tim Coleman Passes
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Tim Coleman of Coleman Brothers Shows on March 28. In a social media post, his family shared that Coleman was “an icon of our ... [read more]
Lauren Ashley Arnold Passes
The amusement industry mourns alongside Jon and Karen Arnold, co-owners of Michigan-based Arnold's Amusement Company, on the passing of their daughter, Lauren Ashley Arnold. Lauren passed away ... [read more]
Winter Quarters Fire Hits TJ Schmidt & Company; 2026 Season Moves Forward
On the evening of March 12, Michigan-based TJ Schmidt & Company experienced a catastrophic fire at its winter quarters. At the time, it was unclear what equipment had been damaged. The show has ... [read more]
OABA Honors Pugh, Hauser, and Porter with 2026 Industry Awards
The Outdoor Amusement Business Association (OABA) supports not only the amusement industry, but also community, civic, and many other nonprofit organizations, along with agricultural fairs ... [read more]
KMG, Gosetto Secure Orders Through End of Decade at Gibtown Trade Show
Peter Theunisz is no stranger to the IISF Trade Show. He has attended since the early 2000s, representing KMG of the Netherlands. Over the years, he expanded his business to offer quality used ... [read more]
Rides 4-U Positions for Growth with PWS and RMC Representation
One of the largest displays at the 2026 IISF Trade Show in Gibtown by a U.S.-based ride company was once again Len Soled's Rides 4-U, showcasing a portable Pirate Ship, Spinning Coaster, and a kiddie ... [read more]
Chance Rides, Reverchon Announce U.S. Production Partnership
Chance Rides and France-based Reverchon announced on Thursday a new partnership that will bring the manufacturing of one of the company's popular roller coasters, the Spinning Coaster Stall Turn, to ... [read more]
From Junction Boxes to Generator Trailers, Funtastic Broadens Its Product Offerings at Gibtown Trade Show
Funtastic Entertainment Fabrication Division was busy during its third year exhibiting at the IISF Trade Show, showcasing a variety of products including midway junction boxes, a new generator ... [read more]
Wheelhouse Industries Introduces Rental-Focused Gondola Wheel
Wheelhouse Industries, exhibiting in Gibtown for the first time, is no stranger to the amusement industry. While the company is relatively new to the market, it brings decades of experience and is ... [read more]
