In March 2007 Dubai International Capital merged The Tussauds Group with Blackstone’s Merlin Entertainments Group to create the second largest visitor attractions operator in the world after Disney. Dubai International Capital Private Equity received £1,028 million cash and retained a 20 percent stake in the combined company Merlin-Tussauds Group.

Merlin Entertainments Group is the leading name in location based, quality family entertainment and aims to deliver unique, memorable and rewarding experiences to its 30 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and employees. Merlin has 51 attractions, in 12 countries, across three continents – Europe, North America and Asia – and employs over 13,000 staff.