MANAGEMENT & TOURISM
Management & human resources, organisation & logistics, training & instruction, marketing, tourism and hospitality in the cable car and mountain railway industry.
Driving Force for E-Mobility
With the MyMountainNature initiative, the german-austrian ski resort Oberstdorf · Kleinwalsertal is a pioneer in sustainable operations and aim to break new ground. For them, mountain e-mobility holds great potential. Board members Henrik Volpert & Johannes Krieg discuss this in an interview.
Cable Car Camping: A new era for Mountain Resorts
At the latest since COVID-19, the camping boom has been omnipresent across Europe – in spring, summer, and autumn. But guests are also arriving with motorhomes and campers during the winter. Is this a global opportunity for the ski resort industry?
Boost your Business in the mountains
For eight years, the Mountain Network Summit connects cable car & alpine tourism professionals. In 2026, participants can expect industry-relevant keynotes from the fields of Investments, Spas, and Tunnel Construction. Bonus: interactive format for sharing experiences and mutual support.
City Cable Car Solutions 3CS makes its debut at Mountain Planet
Urban areas worldwide face growing mobility challenges. In this context, cable car systems are increasingly evolving into essential components of modern public transportation concepts. With CITY CABLE CAR SOLUTIONS, an international industry platform has emerged that highlights precisely this potential.
Deer Valley Resort to Welcome New Luxury Addition
With the announcement of the Waldorf Astoria Deer Valley Resort and Residences, one of North America’s most renowned ski destinations is set to gain a new luxury landmark. Located in the heart of the Park City mountains, this ski-in, ski-out resort is scheduled for completion by 2028, promising a world-class experience.
AI vs. Humans: How Autonomous Cable Cars Win Trust
The ropeway industry is on the verge of a technological leap: Autonomous systems promise greater comfort, safety, and sustainability. Yet the decisive question remains: Are people and businesses actually ready? A look at the factors of social acceptance.
Kazakhstan Creates New Ski Region
A single seamless network of slopes, lifts, and trails: That is the goal in the Kazakh Ile-Alatau mountains. Across five routes and gorges, 26 new cable cars are to be built and 200 kilometers of ski slopes connected.
How do Americans and Chinese behave on an alpine ski holiday?
According to the latest studies by Austrian National Tourist Office (Österreich Werbung) on winter guests from the USA and China, 60 percent of surveyed American winter sports enthusiasts are already interested in a ski holiday in Europe. Among the Chinese respondents, a similar outlook for the future is emerging. Here are the details.
UK & Europe join Forces: Snowcentre and SnowWorld merge to lead indoor snowsports
The new group will operate in five countries and aims to launch the world’s largest ski school. A closer look at the deal.
HTI expands into the USA: HKD Snowmakers becomes part of the group
HKD Snowmakers is one of the market leaders in snowmaking systems in the USA and Canada and is now becoming part of the HTI Group. Most recently, the company generated revenues of around 60 million US dollars and currently employs about 80 people. What are the companies expecting from the collaboration?
French ski resorts: record investment – but for what?
In 2024, French ski resorts invested a total of 568 million euros. That amounts to 34 percent of their net revenue. Where did this record sum go – and is there a trend emerging?
Italian Ski resorts measures against overtourism
In light of increasing visitor numbers, Italian ski resorts are increasingly focusing on targeted measures to sustainably manage tourism development.