Disney announces location of 7th theme park, says it will be the most 'advanced and interactive' of all
Share this @internewscast.com

(NEXSTAR) – The Walt Disney Company on Wednesday announced plans to add another theme park to its Experiences portfolio — its seventh in total.

A brand-new resort is set to be developed on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This island, occupying around 10 square miles, already features various theme parks, like Ferrari World and Warner Bros. World.

Bob Iger, CEO of the Walt Disney Company, expressed his excitement about this venture, stating, “Announcing plans for a vibrant Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, a place rich in artistic and creative culture, is an exhilarating milestone for our company,” as mentioned in a press release issued on Wednesday.

Contrary to most existing Disney parks, the upcoming Disney park in Abu Dhabi will be managed by Miral, an entertainment company responsible for many Yas Island theme parks, rather than Disney. Disney’s role involves licensing its creative content and providing development and management support, according to a regulatory document accessed by the Associated Press. Disney will not invest any capital into the project but will earn royalties from the project’s revenue along with service fees.

No specific opening date was given for the project.

Few other specific details of the park or its attractions were shared in Wednesday’s press release. Josh D’Amaro, the chairman of the Disney Experiences division, said the park will be “the most advanced and interactive destination in our portfolio,” and hinted that its close proximity to the Persian Gulf will play a role in the “stories” the park hopes to tell.

The press release also mentions that Abu Dhabi’s “futuristic and cultural essence” will inspire some aspects of the resort.

Disney’s announcement comes as the company posted solid profits and revenue in the second quarter: Its domestic theme parks thrived and the company added well over a million subscribers to its streaming service. The company also boosted its profit expectations for the year.

Disney already has six theme parks in its Experiences portfolio, including Disneyland in California, Disney World in Florida, Hong Kong Disneyland, Shanghai Disney Resort, Disneyland Paris and Tokyo Disney Resort. Of those parks, Tokyo Disney Resort, which comprises of Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, is owned by another company which licenses IP from the Walt Disney Company.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

New Childcare Center Meets Needs in Christian County

ASSUMPTION, Ill. (WCIA) — Christian County families now have increased support for…

Savannah to Hold Community Discussion on City’s Future Plan

SAVANNAH, Ga. – Savannah is making significant strides in planning its future,…

Indian, Polish, and Hungarian Astronauts Embark on Privately Funded Space Station Mission

India, Poland, and Hungary celebrated the launch of their first astronauts in…

Watch: Plane with Engine Smoke Makes Emergency Return to Las Vegas Airport

() A plane was returned to the airport in Las Vegas after…

New York City Mayoral Primary Highlights Ranked Choice Voting and Its Potential Nationwide Impact

The recent mayoral primary in New York City has brought fresh attention…

NTSB Identifies Missing Bolts as Key Factor in Alaska Airlines Door Incident

The chair of the National Transportation Safety Board has attributed systemic failures…

Third Woman Disappears in Augusta Within Three Days

AUGUSTA, Ga. (CSRA) – The RCSO is searching for another missing woman.…

Video: Zoo Animals Enjoy Refreshing Treats to Beat the Chicago Heat

CHICAGO (WGN) As Chicago faced its first heat wave of the summer…

Unlicensed Florida Daycare Operator Arrested in Connection to Infant’s Death, Police Report

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Authorities arrested a 31-year-old woman from St. Petersburg…

Plastic Surgeon Charged with Murder to Appear in Court with New Lawyer

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A plastic surgeon, charged with the murder…

Unanimous Resolution Passed by House to Denounce Minnesota Shootings

The House on Wednesday unanimously adopted a resolution condemning the shootings in…

AFSCME Demonstrates at Champaign County Courthouse, Threatens Strike Without Swift Contract Agreement

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees staged a demonstration…