Disney Inches Closer To 3D-Printed Attractions With a Jungle Cruise Polymer Prop Canoe

Disney debuts a 3D-printed polymer prop canoe on Jungle Cruise—ushering in a new era of themed attraction innovation.
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Disney Inches Closer To 3D-Printed Attractions With a Jungle Cruise Polymer Prop Canoe
Disney’s Iconic Jungle Cruise Welcomes a High-Tech Twist Disney fans, take note: a piece of the future has quietly docked on the Jungle Cruise. In a move that blends nostalgia with next-gen engineering, Walt Disney Imagineering has introduced a fully 3D-printed polymer prop canoe to the beloved ride—marking a significant step toward scalable, sustainable, and stunningly detailed attractions. This isn’t just about a new boat; it’s a signal that Disney is embracing additive manufacturing to reimagine how its immersive worlds are built. For travelers wondering whether classic rides are getting modern upgrades, the answer is yes—and it starts with this unassuming but revolutionary canoe. MediaNews Group/Orange County Register via Getty Images From Sketchbook to Printer Bed: How Disney Reimagined a Classic Prop The new canoe isn’t for guests to ride in—it’s a scenic detail, positioned along the riverbank as part of the ride’s meticulously crafted backdrop. But its creation tells a much bigger …