Theme parks: What’s new and what’s next?

About this time each year, ride manufacturers and theme park operators gather in Orlando, Fla., for the International Assn. of Amusement Parks and Attractions trade show.

Ride makers use the show to announce attractions for the coming year and unveil ride concepts they hope will become the next big industry sensation.

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Here's a roundup of the biggest attraction announcements to come out of this week's IAAPA show:

What do you think about the Intamin version of the polar coaster with the added drop tower? Link in the bio for the full video. #Intamin #Polarcoaster #DropRide #Amazing #Scary #Exciting #News #iaapa #Announcement

A photo posted by In The Loop (@inthelooppodcast) on Nov 18, 2015 at 2:10pm PST

PTC just announced their new articulated PTCI 360 #iaapa2015

A photo posted by Behind Thrills (@behindthrills) on Nov 18, 2015 at 11:26am PST

The amazing Windstar Z on display at #iaapa! @zamperlarides #zamperla

A video posted by Welcome Coastergeekz! (@coastergeekz) on Nov 18, 2015 at 10:27am PST

check out these crazy #spinning #bumpercars ! #themepark #themeparks #rollercoasters #fun #orlando #IAAPA #IAAPA2015 #amusementparks #rides #coasters

A video posted by Coaster Insanity (@coasterinsanity) on Nov 18, 2015 at 8:55am PST

Something really crazy looking from Maurer...we're getting the scoop on it for you guys now! #intheloop #maurer #iaapa #iaapa2015 #iae2015

A video posted by In The Loop (@inthelooppodcast) on Nov 17, 2015 at 2:03pm PST

New tower ride simulator concept by Intamin #Intamin #simulator #newconcept #rollercoaster #themepark #iaapa #iaapa2015 #iaapatradeshow

A photo posted by Coaster Coverage™ (@coaster_coverage) on Nov 17, 2015 at 5:16pm PST

Last post of the night -------------------------------------------- Vekoma single-car launched coaster concept @themeparkreview #vekoma #launchedcoaster #iaapa #iaapatradeshow #iaapa2015

A photo posted by Coaster Coverage™ (@coaster_coverage) on Nov 17, 2015 at 5:31pm PST

S&S / Pirates Cove train reveal! #intheloop #sands #iaapa #iaapa2015 #iae2015

A video posted by In The Loop (@inthelooppodcast) on Nov 17, 2015 at 8:10am PST

New tower concept from @intaminrides #iaapa2015 ultra tower

A photo posted by Behind Thrills (@behindthrills) on Nov 17, 2015 at 9:51am PST

Mack Rides have just revealed an awesome model of Cobra's Curse at IAAPA! #CobrasCurse #MackRides #IAAPA

A photo posted by Zac Whyte - Ride Count: 196 (@inside_inversion) on Nov 17, 2015 at 11:29am PST

RMC T-Rex coaster! #iaapa

A photo posted by Welcome Coastergeekz! (@coastergeekz) on Nov 17, 2015 at 10:16am PST

(1/3) 'PHOBIA: PHEAR COASTER's train is on display at the Premier Rides booth. (via Theme Park Review)

A photo posted by Coaster Feed (@coasterfeed) on Nov 17, 2015 at 7:04am PST

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