The Storm Coaster, a first-of-its-kind indoor coaster in Dubai with a 697-metre track comprising three trains, has been named by the Guinness World Records as the World’s Fastest Vertical-Launch Rollercoaster.
Located within Dubai Hills Mall, the Storm Coaster is structurally integrated with the building's exoskeleton diagrid.
Its three trains, each with 12 riders, can run simultaneously, providing an efficient guest experience and flow. Wrapping its way throughout the entire building, the coaster contains an exhilarating, utterly vertical launch powered by magnetic LSM motors, sending riders over 50 metres up into the building.
A representative from Emaar Entertainment Group said: “When we opened The Storm Coaster, we wanted to capture people's attention with an incredible experience the like of which had not been seen before – receiving a Guinness World Record is a huge endorsement of that. This truly is a unique, award-winning, attraction in the heart of one of Dubai’s newest malls – where else gives you the opportunity to boost your adrenaline like this while out shopping, dining, or taking in a movie? it is something you have to see to believe and another example of the innovation and development we champion at EEG.”
Shaddy Gaad, Senior Marketing Manager – Guinness World Records said: “Dubai has added another achievement to its long list of world-class attractions through Emaar’s new addition. At GWR, we have been documenting roller coaster records for decades, so the Fastest Vertical Launch Rollercoaster is an excellent addition for thrill-seekers. We congratulate Emaar for their Officially Amazing achievement and hope visitors will enjoy this recording-breaking experience.” – TradeArabia News Service