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Doppelmayr clair: now supports planning
Well planned is half done: With new extensions to the clair maintenance software, cable car manufacturer DOPPELMAYR is now also simplifying the planning of inspections.
Doppelmayr Group: World´s longest 8-seater chairlifit
With a length of 2,619 meters, the Big Sky Resort in North America recently opened the world‘s longest 8-seater chairlift. The installation from DOPPELMAYR impresses with its functions.
Copper Mountain Resort (USA): New highest chairlift in america?
Copper Mountain Resort in Colorado (USA) has submitted a new master development plan (MDP) that includes the construction of North America‘s highest skilift. This is reported by the online magazine ‘Powder’. What does the masterplan cover?
Indoor experiences: When the mountain weather doesn’t cooperate
Offering games, fun, and wow effects on sunny days is not enough. What’s needed are indoor experiences that guarantee excitement even in bad weather. There are good examples, as destinations in Europe show.
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Mountain Summit 2025: Save the date!
Mountain summit has been an essential event for alpine tourism and the cable car industry for seven years in a row. Mountain Summit promotes networking, innovation and collaboration. The event will once again take place from September 17 to 19, 2025, in Oberstdorf (Germany). Join us for inspiring talks and workshops!
Penang Hill cable car celebrates groundbreaking
Penang Hill, one of the most iconic and historical tourist attractions of Malaysia, will add a new DOPPELMAYR ropeway as a sustainable and comfortable means of transport for its visitors.
Snow groomers: Which fuel makes sense?
Methanol or plant oil for snow groomers? The Grisons mountain railways (Switzerland) wanted to find out through a study which fuel really makes sense—and whether in-house production would be possible.
New Lift Installations for Apriltsi in Bulgaria
With the construction of new lift installations, the municipality of Apriltsi is making the fascinating nature of the Balkan Mountains accessible to everyone. MOUNTAIN PLANNING supports the project with sustainable and innovative solutions.
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SI-URBAN
Mexico: Two new cable cars in Morelia and Naucalpan
Investments in urban cable cars are progressing worldwide. In Mexico, the cable car manufacturer LEITNER is building two new systems in the cities of Morelia and Naucalpan. As a result, the cable car network established by LEITNER in Mexico will expand by 15 kilometers to a total of 40 route kilometers by 2026. The rise of cable cars in major urban centers is significantly contributing to the sustainable improvement of public transportation quality and the enhancement of local quality of life.
Doppelmayr Group: World´s longest 8-seater chairlifit
With a length of 2,619 meters, the Big Sky Resort in North America recently opened the world‘s longest 8-seater chairlift. The installation from DOPPELMAYR impresses with its functions.
Mexico: Two new cable cars in Morelia and Naucalpan
Investments in urban cable cars are progressing worldwide. In Mexico, the cable car manufacturer LEITNER is building two new systems in the cities of Morelia and Naucalpan. As a result, the cable car network established by LEITNER in Mexico will expand by 15 kilometers to a total of 40 route kilometers by 2026. The rise of cable cars in major urban centers is significantly contributing to the sustainable improvement of public transportation quality and the enhancement of local quality of life.
Bogotá: The cable car that changes lives
Latin America is the most urbanized region in the world and simultaneously suffers from social inequality, poverty, violence, and poor transportation connectivity. To address these issues, at least 13 cities have introduced cable cars to improve accessibility in steep areas. Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, followed this trend in 2018. But how has this affected the people in the affected neighborhoods? Researchers set out to find answers.
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New Design for the Cable Car to Ještěd in Liberec
The city of Liberec (Czech Republic) plans to construct a new cable car to Ještěd, which will feature an innovative, UFO-inspired cabin to transport visitors to the top. The winning design by Czech designer Anna Marešová focuses on a modern aesthetic that perfectly complements the iconic Ještěd Tower.
From open-pit mine to a large lake and three cable cars?
An ambitious project: The Hambach open-pit mine in North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany) is set to be transformed into a vibrant landscape. Visualizations show what the new recreational areas could look like. Up to three cable cars are being discussed.
Mumbai: urban cable cars to ease traffic and cut pollution
Maharashtra Transport Minister, Pratap Sarnaik, has unveiled plans to launch cable car projects in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (India). This initiative aims to reduce traffic congestion while providing tourists with a convenient and scenic way to explore the region.
Delhi: Cable car over the Yamuna River
Delhi, the national capital territory of India, will soon implement an urban cable car system. Lieutenant-Governor VK Saxena has announced a cable car route over the Yamuna River. The details.
