Real estate development company ICITIES has announced plans for a state-of-the-art venue in Dudley town centre, to be operated under the Planet Ice brand and capable of hosting high-level ice hockey matches. Planet Ice already operates 14 arenas across the country including venues in Coventry and Solihull. Dudley concluded last year that the £9 million development was viable and could attract nearly 250,000 visitors a year once established. A spokesman for Planet Ice said: "Planet Ice is delighted to expand its brand legacy into the newest state of the art venue at Icities second ice arena development. As regional demand for ice sports reaches an all time high, Planet Ice is proud to deliver first class, premier services.