Sarner will be responsible for the design and production of special effects for the new visitor attraction, while ESP will project manage the fit-out of the centre, bringing life to the dramatic designs - from the spectacular hanging celestial sphere atrium through to the excitement of a 'Journey To The Stars' in the space-time machine.
IASC, which is part of the continued regeneration of Liverpool's Wirral district, is due to be completed by Easter 2003. "Visitors will be taken on an interactive journey through time and space that is set to have people, both young and old, returning time and time again", said Ross Magri. "This is theatrical sensationalism at its best. It is the aim of the project team to bring the excitement of astronomy and space to life with multi-sensory technology, simulated time travel, projection and special effects which will make the IASC an extremely realistic journey through the creation of our universe and solar system."
The successful design and build solution was substantially supported by the ESP project management resource, which contains some of the most experienced special project personnel in the business. Harvey Gardiner, CEO of ESP, said: "I was delighted to be invited to join forces with Sarner. Our skill base is specifically geared and extremely complementary to any design teams looking for turnkey solutions. The IASC project is continued evidence to the dedicated professional and fresh approach ESP is bringing to the main contracting industry."
