Universal Orlando resumes work on Epic Universe
Universal Orlando's third theme park had been placed on pause last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Universal Orlando's third theme park has put on hold in April due to the pandemic.
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Reopening Orlando and Japan parks with limited capacity has not turned a profit for Universal's theme park division.
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Comcast CEO Brian Roberts said some guests may not return to theme parks until a COVID-19 vaccine is available.
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Not all construction on Epic Universe will be halted, as existing road work and site preparation will continue.
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"We remain very confident that the parks business will generate healthy returns over the long term,” said Brian Roberts, chairman and CEO of Universal’s parent company, Comcast.
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The coronavirus pandemic means Universal Orlando's theme parks, hotels, and CityWalk will stay closed until at least April 19. Employees will still be paid during that time.