Bob Chapek, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and CY Leung, chief executive of Hong Kong SAR with Iron Man
The Disney attraction is also the first to feature the city of Hong Kong as its story setting.
Hong Kong Disneyland has welcomed the first-ever Marvel-themed ride at a Disney park.
The Disney attraction is also the first to feature the city of Hong Kong as its story setting.
“We are always pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation so that our guests can step into the magical worlds of their favorite stories and meet their most beloved characters," said Bob Chapek , chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.
"We're thrilled to be adding the high-tech, action-packed universe of Marvel to Hong Kong Disneyland, and we'll continue building on it as we move into the next phase of expansion."
Anchoring a unique storyline where character Tony Stark selects Tomorrowland in Hong Kong Disneyland as the venue for Stark Expo, as well as Hong Kong as the Asia headquarters for his Stark Industries, guests will be able to explore his latest innovations and engage in a battle against Hydra in a gravity-defying Iron Wing flight vehicle.
The ride will also take them on an adventure as they join Iron Man in a battle against Hydra across the city of Hong Kong through streets that resemble those in West Kowloon and downtown, and fly over iconic Hong Kong landmarks like Tsing Ma Bridge, Victoria Harbour and the city's pristine mountain ranges.
With the new addition, Hong Kong Disneyland, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, further strengthens its role as one of the premier tourist destinations in Asia and a key driver for Hong Kong's tourism competitiveness.
Following the opening of Iron Man Experience proposed expansion plans include additional Marvel experiences as well as a new ‘Frozen’-themed land and transformed Castle and Hub area.
A third resort hotel, Disney Explorers Lodge, will open later in the first half of the year.