
Dinner in the sky concept is the brainchild of Stefan Kerkhofs,
owner of the FUN GROUP specializing in extreme attractions and
David Ghysels, owner of a marketing and communications company
HUKUNA MATATA.
CCPL HOSPITALITY is a Principal Indian Partner & Master Franchiser for India
with obtaining all the Sole Rights for the most exciting concept all over the
world known as Dinner in the Sky in INDIA "The Sky Events".
COMMANDO CATERERS PRIVATE LIMITED has signed an exclusive agreement
with (DITS) Dinner in the Sky, Belgium (Europe) for the promotion of the concept.
Dinner in the Sky is the most exciting concept all over the world (Operational in 51 countries)
with 100 % safety record and is a high flying Sky Platform that takes 22 guests to a viewing height
of 160 feet. Dinner in the sky is a purpose-built table, constructed in accordance to the German
TÜV [German association for technical inspection] and DIN security norms 4112 certification,
globally regarded as one of the toughest safety certifications to obtain and produced in Belgium
under control of Rheinland TÜV. The platforms are checked prior to each event and maintained to
ensure maximum safety for our clients and staff. With the aid of 16 steel cables, the table of
4 tons weight can be lifted up to 164 feet height by a crane with minimum 120 tons lifting capacity.
The inaugural event held above the city of Brussels in April 2007 comprised a ordinary platform suspended in the atmosphere with 22 guests. It was so successful that the men knew they had a winning concept on their hand. Word spread about the wacky high-wire act, and the duo started receiving lots of applauds... That’s when they knew there was no looking back. Since then DITS has created more than 5,500 events in more than 51 countries around the world. Nothing like it, DITS itself is a unique aerial dining event giving us the unimaginable experience of joys, laughter’s and Goosebumps. A Toast On Cloud Nine has been made a reality by DITS. It is meant for anyone who wishes to transform a dinner with business Partner's, Meeting with Client's, Marketing Event, Fair, Private Parties Confidential Board Meetings, Brainstorming Sessions, TV Shows or Product Presentations and much more into a magical moment that will leave a lasting impression on your guests and clients. The application possibilities are nearly endless. DITS platforms are used to engage key audiences offering them a once in a lifetime opportunity and customized according to the client’s campaign objectives.
Exclusivity and Safety are the TWO most important ESSENCE OF DITS. BUT Safety is our first and foremost priority.
Innovation is the key to success and survival. This vision has lead our Principal Partner's develop new concepts with time and again giving our clients a whole new experience of celebrating life. After few years of huge success DITS team came up with Marriage in the Sky, Showbiz in the Sky & Lounge in the sky. DITS was no more just a platform for having scrumptious food and drinks but brings a whole new perspective to product launches, consumer promotions, sponsorship activation, corporate engagement and entertainment in the sky.
FOR CORPORATE EVENTS
Every product is special to its creator, it represents months, sometimes years of research, failure, going back to the drawing board and sleepless nights until one day the eureka moment arrives and your pride and joy is ready to be shared with the world. Dinner in the Sky is the one that gives you the canvas for your master stroke by offering an exceptional visibility for clients, thanks to the underneath banner that can be customised with his logotype. The overall concept such as appearance, catering, venue, techniques, location set up, entertainment, decoration or branding can be individualized and personalized according to the client’s wishes. It is a perfect marketing tool to promote brands and get incredible visibility. FOR BRANDING it is pertinent that brand will get promoted in the Sky in an unusual manner. In addition to that we propose to promote the brand in the following manner like at the bottom of the table, back of each chair, at the barricades of the venue, on the crane boom and the seat belts on the chairs.
With Dinner in the Sky, we invent and customize a new way of attending golf or tennis tournaments, of organizing business meetings, sponsored events or fundraisers, private function and of enjoying festivals or fireworks. Dinner in the Sky is an event that can be held anywhere (golf course, public place, race track, castle, vineyard, historical site…) as long as there is a surface of approximately 500 m² that can be secured.
APPRECIATION:-
FORBES MAGAZINE has named it one of the world’s most extravagant meals AND selected this unique concept as one of the 10 most unusual restaurants in the world. SPRINGWISE.COM has given rank as one of the 10 lifestyle & leisure business ideas. TOP 10 WEIRDEST RESTAURANTS ON EARTH (Ranked No. 1) TOP 10 STRANGE RESTAURANTS (Ranked No. 4)
Technical Specifications
Length: 6 meters
Width: 2,5 meters
Size of the platform built up:
Length: 9 meters
Width: 5 meters
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Weight of the table: 5 tonnes (empty) to 7 tonnes (full)
Rotation angle of the seats: 180 Degree
Number of guests seated (four-point seat belts): 22
Number of staff standing in the middle: 5
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Type of the crane: 120 tonnes divided over 5 axes
Size of the crane in transport:
Length: 11 meters
Width: 2,7 meters
Size of the crane built up:
Length: 11 meters
Width: 8 meters including support legs
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Maximum height: 40 or 50 meters
Ground space requested: 30 meters * 15 meters, accessible for both crane and 40 feet truck
Build up time: around 2 hours
Break down time: around 1 hour
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Options:
Lights
Heating
Sound
TV screens
Customised Underneath Banner + Seat Stickers
FAQ's
Toilet Facilities ?
Things To Think About As An Event Organiser ?
As an organizer you will need to arrange for: Event location 30 x 15 meters accessible for both crane & truck with trailer. If you can't find a good venue please contact us we can assist you in this. 90 meters of steel barriers to secure the area for Dinner in the Sky.
Catering?
Catering is not included, the budget will depend on your wishes (how do you plan your 8 hours: 1 VIP dinner or several half an hour tastings/cocktails sessions or, which type of food do you want to offer to your guests)
Can We Arrange For Our Own Catering ?
Yes you can, but if you need any assistance we will be able to assist you with some high quality catering companies.
How Many Chefs Can Cook Inside The Table ?
There is room for 3 chefs in the middle of the table.
Can The Caterer Use Open Fire ?
No this is not allowed due to fire & Safety regulations. But it's possible to have electricity on the table in order to use electrical devices. Gas-barbecue may also be used.
What Kind Of Food Can Be Served On The Table ?
There are no fixed menus. Our clients have been serving from sushi to lobster, from tapas to gastronomic dinner so it really depends on the catering company and the available budget.
Table Seating?
Dinner in the Sky can seat a maximum of 22 people per session.
How many sessions can you organise during 8 hours?
Depending on the activities you want to organise we think that 1 hour per session is ideal, so you can do around 7 sessions in one day. But if it's just a tasting or a cocktail, you can imagine half an hour sessions.
What is the minimum age to attend Dinner in the Sky ?
Dinner in the sky is not age related but height related, we need to be able to secure you safely in your seat, minimum height is 150 cm
Weather Issue's ?
We offer a weather risk insurance which is 10 % of your global budget + 15 % insurance fee. This has to be confirmed regarding the location and the time of the year. Please ask us for a formal quote for your event.
Is there heating available ?
Dinner in the Sky offers an infra red heating system as an option for € 750/day (63 amp needs to be available at your location with a 60 meter long 63 amp power cable and a switch box that can hold 8 x 220 V 16 amp to power up the heating system)
Certifications ?
The Dinner in the Sky is designed according to the DIN 4112 norm, all drawings, calculations and simulations are tested by TUV Rheinland.The structure and all hoisting materials are tested every 3 months by BTV (Belgium Testing agency)
Insurance?
We have a worldwide coverage to operate Dinner in the Sky, we advise our clients to take out an event insurance as an extra precaution.
For US Customers:
Especially for our US customers we have an extra US$ 10 millions liability insurance policy in place which can be used for US$ 5.500/event day.
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