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Firecrown Media Grows Again with Addition of ‘Trains,’ ‘Astronomy’

The acquisition also includes 'Model Railroader,' 'Classic Toy Trains,' 'Classic Trains,' 'Garden Railways,' and Trains.com.

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Key Takeaways:

  • Firecrown has acquired Kalmbach Media's railroad and space media groups, including prominent brands like *Trains* and *Astronomy*, significantly expanding its existing transportation media portfolio.
  • The acquisition encompasses a broad range of assets, including numerous print and digital titles, Kalmbach Books, and e-commerce operations.
  • Firecrown plans substantial investments in editorial content for both the rail industry and space exploration, will retain existing staff, and intends to consolidate and expand e-commerce into a "space enthusiast superstore."
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I am thrilled that Firecrown is expanding into the railroad and space media sectors by acquiring Kalmbach Media’s Trains and Astronomy media groups. This acquisition opens up exciting new possibilities for our company. 

The Kalmbach portfolio is highly synergistic with Firecrown. 

Craig Fuller

A pilot for more than three decades, Craig Fuller is owner and CEO of FLYING parent company Firecrown Media.

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