The World Amusement and Attractions Development Summit - Bangkok (WAS) successfully concluded on October 15-16, 2025, at the IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand, held concurrently with Thailand Amusement & Attraction Park Expo 2025 (TAAPE).

 

Over two inspiring days, the summit brought together global leaders, innovators, and practitioners from the amusement, attractions, and cultural tourism sectors to explore emerging trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of the industry.

 

Our Esteemed Speakers:

Mr. Sean Stepowany, Client Service Director of SST Worldwide

Topic: “Making Water Parks, Resorts, and Recreational Swimming Areas Safer – Industry Best Practices for Drowning Prevention and Aquatic Risk Management”

Mr. Andrea Galeazzi, CEO of Ramayana Water Park

Topic: “Building a Safety-First Culture: Aligning Thailand’s Attractions Industry with International Standards”

Ms. Aven Wu, International Trade Director of Hunan Zhongyi Amusement Equipment Co., Ltd.

Topic: “From Park Manufacturing to Intelligent Creation, from Traditional Parks to Sports Parks, and from Traditional Parks to IP-based Parks”

Mr. Hans Uitdenhouwen, Director of Business Development APAC of Prismax bv

Topic: “Real-time Interactive Visuals for Immersive Live Shows”

Mr. Frank Wu, Themed Entertainment Association APAC Board Member Candidate; TEA APAC Volunteer Leader; Managing Director of CQ Amusement

Mr. Pongsatorn Chandavimol, General Manager of YOYO LAND Amusement

Mr. Sanee Neo, Director of Growth of Mascot Enterprise

Topic: “Storytelling, Operations & Partnerships in APAC Family Entertainment Centers”

Mr. Klaus Sommer Paulsen, CEO and Founder of AdventureLAB

Topic: “Enter Your StoryVerse – Empower, Enrichen and Expand Your Attraction Brand with Integrated Storytelling”

Mr. Joseph Corbo Courtemanche, Eng, MBA, COO & Executive Producer of Puy du Fou Asia

Topic: “Transforming Culture into a Scalable, Investable Asset Class”

Ms. Mpume Mabuza MBA ICAE, President & Board Chairperson of African Association of Visitor Experiences and Attractions (AAVEA)

Topic: “Africa Rising – The Next Frontier of Global Attractions”

Ms. Jean Christine C., Unit Manager of SM Family Entertainment Center Inc

Topic: “Amusement Industry in the Philippines: Creating Opportunities, Driving Innovation, and Building Partnerships”

 

After two days of insightful exchanges, WAS 2025 concluded with renewed confidence in the future of the amusement and attractions sector. From safety management to immersive technologies, from storytelling and cultural innovation to emerging markets, every session opened new perspectives and inspired collaboration.

The Organizing Committee extends its sincere gratitude to all speakers, partners, and participants for their contribution to the success of WAS 2025.We look forward to meeting you again at WAS 2026, as we continue shaping a more creative, sustainable, and interconnected global attractions industry.