To come across a mall with ice skating rink is something very unusual. But who wouldn't say no to taking a quick break from browsing the stores to spin around on ice? With synthetic ice, there are no limits to your imagination; explore our options now!
Emmen Center - More Than Just a Shopping Center
The Emmen Center is a shopping mall in the hometown of Glice - Lucerne, Switzerland. It was opened in 1975 and was one of its kind in the country. In order to enhance their visitors’ experience, the Emmen Center decided to add a new and fun attraction that will keep everyone entertained, no matter their age. The result was a 20x4m (65x13ft) eco ice rink by Glice for public ice skating.
Attract more customers
To have a mall with ice skating rink brings in more regular foot traffic, which leads to more people go shopping there - installing an ice rink is the perfect idea to add a fun and entertaining feature. The only problem the mall, just like many others, faced was that it had certain limitations when it came to the physical space. Glice rinks are the perfect solution as they’re fully customizable to any size. They are easy to install and take apart, and the panels can be stored in order to be used again year after year. Another massive benefit is that Glice’s synthetic ice technology uses no water or refrigeration electricity at the skating surface, which keeps operating costs extremely low.
Thanks to Glice, the Emmen Center in Lucerne has been able to save:
4.000 liters / ≈ 1.057 gallons of water
Average energy consumption of 80 households
40 trees have been planted with this rink
Shopping, eating, and ice skating at Oasiz
A new fun attraction was added to the Oasiz Mall in Madrid, Spain; with 250,000m2, it is the largest shopping and leisure center in Spain. It has more than 100 shops and about 30 restaurants and therefore offers plenty to do. However, the mall decided to add another unique attraction in order to make it stand out even more; a synthetic ice rink located in the center court of the venue.
The ideal option for friends of sustainability
Adding an environmentally friendly ice rink like Glice’s is the perfect addition to the Oasiz mall as it is already known for combining vegetation and water with modern architecture, as well as offering large green areas with many trees. Furthermore, the Oasiz rink is unique because it uses transparent Glice dasher boards and its custom size and shape. The mall knows how to entertain its visitors - from having fun in electric karts to playing bowling to going ice skating. Now, all these activities are being offered in one space, which is convenient and fun for all.
Why opt for an eco ice rink
Adding an ice rink to a shopping mall offers a multitude of benefits that extend beyond just providing a unique attraction. Firstly, it's a proven strategy to increase foot traffic significantly. More visitors mean more potential customers for the stores, enhancing their visibility and revenue.
Furthermore, an eco ice rink serves as a distinctive selling point, setting the any venue apart from its competitors. It adds a touch of novelty and excitement, making the shopping experience more memorable for visitors. This uniqueness can lead to repeat visits and word-of-mouth recommendations, further boosting the mall's reputation.
One of the standout advantages of choosing Glice is its commitment to environmental sustainability. Glice pairs a lower-operating-emissions synthetic surface with its "Skate for the Planet" initiative, planting a tree for every panel sold while remaining transparent that lifecycle impacts still include production, transport, and end-of-life handling. Moreover, opting for Glice over conventional ice rinks translates to substantial cost savings. With no need for refrigeration or excessive water usage, the operational expenses are significantly reduced. This eco-friendly and cost-efficient approach can be an attractive proposition for management. So what are you waiting for; bring friends and family together. Invite skaters to your venue and watch business flourish as they ice skate on an ecologically friendly ice rink.
