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Science Park Tenant Semantic goes into Freefall!

 

Web developers Semantic Limited took a leap into the unknown recently, signing Milton Keynes based Airkix as their latest client. Airkix is currently building the UK's first purpose built indoor skydiving, or bodyflying, venue.

'It's the kind of thing you have to see to appreciate', say Semantic MD Nick Warren, 'but the principle is pretty straightforward. Airkix is building a tall tower with 4 large fans at the top. Fliers step into the air-stream and... they are flying'. There's no jumping, no falling and no planes involved to enjoy unlimited safe freefall.

And 'flying' was certainly required to complete the project on schedule. 'Airkix came to us with a long list of requirements but only about three weeks development time', says Warren. 'They had re-branded and needed the new site in time for the National Skydiving Championships in August.'

'We like to challenge our partners', says Airkix Chairman Simon Ward, "but even we were surprised with how quickly Semantic got to grips with our project. Their reputation for friendly professional service is well deserved. Our shareholders, partners and visitors are delighted."

Visit Airkix at www.airkix.com

 

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