France: Ski resorts invested 555M euros in 2025
In 2025, French ski resorts committed 555 million euros in investments, according to the annual survey by Montagne Leaders magazine in partnership with Atout France and Domaines Skiables de France, as reported by Planetski.
New cable car at Levi Ski Resort
Levi Ski Resort in Finland continues its long-term investment program. This year, it focuses on increasing lift capacity on the south slopes, aiming to enhance the area’s functionality. The new Sunny Express chairlift will boost capacity and speed up access to the main pistes.
Ski Boom in Central Asia
Winter tourism is taking off across Central Asia. In Kazakhstan, a new mountain cluster is planned, Kyrgyzstan’s Ala-Too Resort is under full construction, while Uzbekistan boosts skiing with support from France. Additionally, Eurasia forms a partnership with Grandvalira Andorra.
Peru: New cable car set to open soon
In Lima, a new alternative means of transport is currently under construction, which is also intended to serve as a new tourist attraction. What is known about the project?
Cable Car Construction: Trends in the Alpine Region
Dozens of new cable cars and chairlifts were put into operation across the Alpine region for the 2025/26 ski season. Having covered many innovations separately, SI now brings together the key features emerging across multiple completed projects.
Turning old (snow) into new
Snowfarming is being practiced more and more frequently. However, the snow often no longer binds, and sinking ankle-deep becomes unavoidable. Snowglue LiMES from Bächler Top Track AG makes the snow load-bearing again. A proven technology in an new field of application.