CABLE CARS INTERNATIONAL
As THE go to trade journal for all topics related to the cable car business, alpine management and tourism, SI Magazine offers an excellent source of information for decision makers operating within the winter sports industry. We will keep you up to date on all things related to ropeways and mountain railways in Austria. Additionally, we’ll take a close look at important current issues affecting this area of commerce, such as crucial information on environmental topics and the sustainability of cable cars. Our goal is to cover all important areas of the ropeway industry and to offer you a single, reliable source of information. Let us inspire you to new ideas!
RopeTwin: Modular System for Areal Tramways
Bartholet’s RopeTwin ropeway system combines a compact design with flexible operating options. The innovative solution is designed for small aerial tramways in challenging terrain and projects requiring easy maintenance access, high availability, and advanced automation.
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.
Partner for the entire rope lifecycle
The lifespan of a cable car rope is complex, especially when the operator has to manage all processes and procurement independently. Teufelberger-Redaelli’s full-service approach offers a value-added alternative: the manufacturer supports customers throughout the rope lifecycle.
Prinoth at Mountain Planet 2026: Leading solutions for the winter
In Grenoble, the international ropeway and ski industry will focus on the long-term viability of alpine destinations. Rising demands for economic performance and sustainability call for strategic vision and innovation: Prinoth will showcase solutions to today’s and future challenges.
Sambesi by Remec modernized and further developed
The maintenance software SAMBESI is now available in its eighth and completely modernized version. Provider Remec is now launching further innovations: ski resorts can look forward to the Cost Management module and a mobile version for the iOS operating system.
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.
PistenBully: New SmartCut Tiller
At the end of the day, guests see only one thing: a perfect slope. For those responsible for the slopes, however, it‘s the journey that counts – efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and technology must be just as important as the result. This is exactly where the new SmartCut groomer comes in.
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.
Doppelmayr: technical and digital innovations
With the TRI-Line in the Swiss ski resort Hoch-Ybrig and the AI-supported chairlifts in the Austrian destinations Ischgl and Sölden, the Doppelmayr Group has implemented ropeway and digital innovations that will shape the industry worldwide for years to come.
Plose Cable Car: Bressanone advances planning
The Plose cable car project, which is planned to connect the Italian town of Bressanone with the Plose mountain range, is undergoing significant changes. The route over the town has been drastically reduced, and some originally planned sections have been dropped. Here are the details.
How ropeways can harness solar power
In Bolivia’s administrative center, La Paz, the “Mi Teleférico” сable car network is taking another step toward sustainability: while the cabins are already equipped with solar panels, the operator is now working on a model for generating its own renewable energy. The challenges and opportunities involved affect not only “Mi Teleférico” but many other cable car operators as well. Which aspects are particularly important, and what solutions are being implemented?
AI in Guest Communication: Three Examples from Tourism
Guest communication is an area where AI is increasingly being utilized. It answers questions, processes emails, guides guests on-site - and provides businesses with valuable information about visitors in the process. Three examples of how AI helps organizations and travelers.