Vekoma

Vekoma Rides Manufacturing is a global roller coaster and thrill ride designer based in the Netherlands. The company was founded in 1926 by Hendrik op het Veld under the name "Veld Koning Machinefabriek" (Veld Koning machine factory) and had first manufactured agricultural machinery and mining equipment. In 1967, Vekoma started manufacturing amusement rides such as Ferris wheels and has, since the mid-1970s, specialized in manufacturing rides ranging from massive steel roller coasters to water rides to family-friendly attractions.