Six Flags and Cedar Fair Finalize $8B Merger, Form Largest North American Amusement Park Operator
The merger combines 42 parks and aims to enhance guest experiences with innovative attractions and increased investment.
- Kings Island and other parks retain their names and branding.
- The new company will trade under the ticker symbol 'FUN' on the NYSE.
- Combined resources will be used to compete with Disney and Universal parks.
- New IP integrations include Warner Bros., Netflix, and Legendary properties.
- Richard Zimmerman will serve as CEO; Selim Bassoul becomes executive chairman.
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