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finely controlling the valves on the air lines running are at the heart of its operations, as Dare Ilori, group
to each tank, the park's staff can adjust the pressure head of sustainability, explains: “Sustainability is a
depending on a display’s occupants. The blower fundamental part of our values at Merlin
now runs quieter than before, helping to create a Entertainments, and this project was not so much
more pleasant environment for guests viewing the about saving money, but about searching for every
animals. opportunity we possibly can to improve the energy
A rapid installation and commissioning lasting efficiency of our operations, and to protect our
approximately one hour ensured no disruption of the planet and the creatures within our oceans. Every
air supply, assuring the safety of the animals. Blaise saving we can make is worthwhile, however small.”
Ford, Managing Director, IDS, says: “This was an Merlin Entertainments operates a wide range of
enjoyable project to work on as it’s not every day attractions and theme parks across Europe,
that we get to work with seals, stingrays and including Alton Towers Resort, Legoland Windsor,
penguins. However, at the same time the pressure and The lastminute.com London Eye. The 7-acre
was on to get the job done quickly to ensure an Sea Life Weymouth attraction comprises an outdoor
uninterrupted supply of air for the habitats. The park, which includes playgrounds and conservation
installation went swimmingly.” areas, and the indoor aquarium, which features
The project reflects Sea Life Weymouth and its thousands of sea animals from all over the planet,
operator Merlin Entertainments’ commitment to from seals and sharks to turtles and tropical fish.
ensuring that energy efficiency and carbon reduction www.abb.com

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