Merlin to build New York Eye

Magic · Merlin to build New York Eye

Merlin Entertainments is to launch a London Eye-style observation wheel in New Jersey, US.

The Pepsi Globe, which is due to open at the Garden State’s new Meadowlands Xanadu complex in November, will be the first observation wheel of its kind in the country.

The attraction will be 287ft (87m) high and offer views of the Manhattan skyline and northern New Jersey.

Merlin will also open a Legoland Discovery Centre at the complex, which will be the company’s second in the US after it opens a site in Schaumburg, Illinois, later this summer.

Merlin chief executive Nick Varney said: “This is a very exciting time for Merlin, and developing the US market is a very important part of our strategy going forward.

“We are delighted to be involved in projects like Meadowlands Xanadu, which promises to be a very exciting and diverse leisure destination, with broad appeal.”

The Meadowlands Xanadu will also feature an indoor skiing centre, a concert venue and a cinema.

Merlin operates brands including Madame Tussauds and Sea Life as well as the London Eye.

krusty_the_clown

differnt report, same story!

Merlin signs New York wheel deal
London Eye operator Merlin Entertainment has signed a deal to operate a giant wheel at the new Pepsi Globe leisure complex in New York's Meadowlands. The Madame Tussauds, London Dungeon and Legoland owner will also develop a Lego-themed indoor attraction, called Legoland Discovery Centre, at the complex.

coastergraham

Sounds excellent Very Happy

Thanks for posting the info

Happy Helen

Sounds really exciting what Merlin are coming up with, especially the New York Eye as there would be some fantistic views over the city and the new entertainment complex.