The "T1" was supposed to be the first cable car in Grenoble's urban network, nearly a hundred years after the iconic gondola lift connecting the city center with Fort de la Bastille. Now, the urban cable car project has been postponed once again.
What steps must municipalities take to implement cable cars? The guide from the German Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport (BMDV) provides the answer. Ingo Strater played a key role in shaping the document. As head of the department for "Sustainable Urban and Rural Mobility, Networks, and Digital Municipal Transport Systems," he offers insights into urban cable car planning - from A to Z.
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!
An urban cable car is not just a means of transportation, but also a landmark of a city. Guido Ammon, Project Manager Sales Cabin Construction at the cabin manufacturer Calag, talks about custom-made cabins and the realization of urban projects.
Since February 17, 2025, a temporary cable car has been connecting the villages of Champsec and Sarreyer (Switzerland). It replaces the road bridge that was washed away in a storm and reduces travel time for locals from 26 minutes to just five. The system demonstrates how quickly cable cars can be implemented.
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.
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?
Doppelmayr USA, a leader in ropeway engineering and manufacturing, announces an upcoming leadership change as CEO Katharina Schmitz prepares to leave the role on March 31, 2025, to pursue personal goals. This transition marks a new chapter for the company as it continues its commitment to innovation and excellence.
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.
With the launch of the PistenBully 100 ParkPro at the LAAX Open 2025, KÄSSBOHRER‘s park portfolio is now complete: The models PistenBully 100, 400, and 600 Polar are now all suitable for building jumps, halfpipes, and more. An overview of the vehicles.