URBAN CABLEWAYS
Cableways and mountain railways are not only used in the winter sports industry. They’ve also become a practical means of transportation in cities, which is why we decided to launch SI Urban Magazine. Here we focus on the various topics that are relevant to the urban sector, which are sorted into the categories city, tourism and airport. Each of them will provide you with exciting news about technology, maintenance & service, security, surveillance, city and landscape planning and much more. Innovations, new types of projects and optimal solutions from all over the world should encourage reflection, help in finding ideas and reveal new opportunities.
The guide to urban cable cars
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.
Urban Cable Car by Request
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.
Cable car replaces destroyed bridge
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.
Mumbai: urban cable cars to ease traffic and cut pollution
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.
New Design for the Cable Car to Ještěd in Liberec
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.
Cable Car Extension in Bonn: A Vision for the Future
The planned cable car in Bonn (Germany) aims to revolutionize public transportation while crossing the Rhine. However, the extension to Ramersdorf and „Om Berg“ faces obstacles, according to a recent feasibility study.
Delhi: Cable car over the Yamuna River
Delhi, the national capital territory of India, will soon implement an urban cable car system. Lieutenant-Governor VK Saxena has announced a cable car route over the Yamuna River. The details.
From open-pit mine to a large lake and three cable cars?
An ambitious project: The Hambach open-pit mine in North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany) is set to be transformed into a vibrant landscape. Visualizations show what the new recreational areas could look like. Up to three cable cars are being discussed.
Morelia plans urban cable car
Morelia, the capital of the Mexican state of Michoacán, is planning an urban cable car that will transport 22,000 people daily. The concept also takes into account the historical monuments, as the old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Mexico: Cable car plans for the coming years
Sergio Astorga, a researcher at the University of Mexico City, forecasts the cable car plans for Mexico over the next six years in this guest contribution. The Central American country could soon surpass Bolivia, the current record holder for urban cable cars.
48.7 Million Euros for Trieste’s Cable Car Project
With financial support of 48.7 million euros from the National Recovery Plan, Trieste will receive a new cable car that aims to revolutionize urban mobility and boost tourism.
Cable Car as an Alternative to the Regional Tangent East?
The planned Regional Tangent East faces opposition in Frankfurt am Main (Germany). The SPD party suggests a cable car as a solution—an idea with potential, but also one that raises questions.