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SI-ALPINE
KFX by Kässbohrer saves time and money
With the unique KFX fast exchange system from KÄSSBOHRER for the rapid attachment and removal of rear attachments in under 30 seconds, an exceptionally efficient, flexible and targeted use of the PistenBully with or without a tiller is possible.
Mountain Summit: Input for leaders
Key entrepreneurs from the alpine tourism and ski resort industries will share their experiences and discover the latest trends to help grow their businesses.
Ski industry is healthy after Covid-19
To this conclusion came the authors of the 17th edition of the International Report on Snow & Mountain Tourism by Laurent Vanat. The data shows that ski resorts are far from the end of the story – often predicted by mainstream media – and are consolidating after the pandemic.
India’s first urban cable car
To ease congestion in the sacred city, BARTHOLET is building India’s first urban cable car system. With 148 cabins gliding above the streets, this Swiss engineered solution is set to transform everyday transport for locals, pilgrims, and tourists.
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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.
Google Maps removed ski lifts and slopes
The popular navigation system often misleads guests in the mountains – closed roads become part of the route, and open paths are marked as closed. What‘s more, Google recently stopped displaying cable cars and ski slopes. Why is this, and what can ski resorts do about it?
Tools for heroes from Bächler
To mark the 50th anniversary of INTERALPIN 2025, the Swiss lance expert has launched its new campaign, TOOLS FOR HEROES, putting snowmakers in the spotlight. Despite the cold, they create perfect slopes. BÄCHLER, in turn, helps them work more comfortably and efficiently.
100 years of Kissling AG: Revolution with gears
Since 1925, KISSLING AG has been developing, producing, and maintaining gears across a variety of industries. In doing so, its ropeway division has emerged as the most important segment. Why do so many alpine and urban cable car operators trust the Swiss company?
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SI-URBAN
Interview with Mohamed Mezghani, Secretary General UITP
“We´re heading into a new era of the UITP Summit“ - Mohamed Mezghani, Secretary General of the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), discusses the new annual summit format, which will extend beyond Europe next year, and unveils the program awaiting participants at this year‘s event, which will take place in Hamburg from June 15 to 18.
Ajaccio: Cable car under construction in Corsica
“Angelo“ is the name of the urban cable car with three sections, set to open in Ajaccio, Corsica, in 2025. It will form an intermodal system with the bus network and shuttle boat lines. Construction is progressing, and the POMA cable car blends seamlessly into the landscape.
Millions for cable car in Heilbronn
The vision of an urban cable car in Heilbronn (Germany) is coming within reach: the state of Baden-Württemberg and the city of Heilbronn have signed a joint declaration of intent to implement the project. There is also the prospect of funding in the millions.
Towers – lifeless climbing protection system by HighStep Systems in Paris
For maintenance purposes, cable car towers are often equipped with ladders. In urban areas, these are vulnerable to vandalism, self-harm, or even sabotage. To address this, operators and manufacturers of the new cable car in Paris are using the HighStep Systems climbing protection system, which includes rails, climbing shoes, and a portable lift.
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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.
Câble C1 in Paris: Cable car on the home stretch
The cable car Câble C1 is on the home stretch. The rope has been spliced, the cabins have been test-hung, and even the bus lines have already been reorganized – the urban cable car project Câble C1 in Paris is nearing completion. Here’s an update on the construction progress of the DOPPELMAYR cable car system and what’s still to come.
Autonomous Cable Cars as an Opportunity for Operators and Employees
In many places, there is a shortage of operational staff for urban cable cars. At the same time, highly trained cable car professionals are often underutilized in their daily work. A solution for both sides? Perhaps autonomous operation. Cable car planner Stephan Salzmann discusses the opportunities, risks, and requirements of this new technology.
Despite sanctions: Venezuela’s urban cable car reopens after repairs
In the city of Mérida (Venezuela), the urban cable car system is back in operation. It will reduce the travel time for residents from one hour to five minutes.
