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Petřín funicular in Prague modernized
Since its opening in 1891, the Petřín funicular in the Czech capital of Prague has been modernized several times, and now the latest overhaul is complete as well. The main focus was on two new carriages from CWA – designed by designer Anna Marešová.
Lisbon wants a new funicular
Following the fatal accident with 16 casualties, the Glória funicular in Portugal's capital, Lisbon, came to a standstill. Now a complete rebuild is planned - and according to media reports, the reopening date has already been set.
Inauen-Schätti: Avalanche protection is revenue protection
Not only cable cars, but also avalanche protection systems must operate reliably to guarantee uninterrupted ski resort operations. The Bergbahnen Sölden (Austria) therefore rely on equipment and services from Inauen-Schätti, with infrastructure upgrades currently underway.
Gondola with a Whirlpool: The Idea and Technical Design
A gondola as a floating spa experience: What initially sounds very unusual would actually be technically feasible according to Paul Demschar from the Montanuniversität Leoben - and could become an exclusive added feature for select destinations. By smartly separating stationary water treatment from mobile bathing technology, he safely brings whirlpools to the rope. An inside look at the concept and its implementation.
Vail Resorts unveils new plan to transform the ski experience
Vail Resorts has announced a multi-year plan aimed at improving the ski experience across its resorts. The “Epic Experience” plan focuses on improving every stage of a ski holiday.
Poland: New alpine coaster opened at former ski lift site
Szczyrk Mountain Resort in Poland has opened a major new summer attraction for visitors: the Salamandra Alpine Coaster, a modern year-round gravity coaster located in the Beskid Mountains.
Japan: VIP cabins with dining tables
Niseko Village in Japan has announced a major upgrade to its gondola lift system, scheduled to open in December 2026.
Vietnam: Two funiculars serve the highest montain
Garaventa has completed two new funiculars on Indochina’s highest mountain, Fansipan in Vietnam. The installations expand the existing access to the summit area and improve visitor flow between the various attractions.
Motorex: The secret to flawless operations
Maintaining year-round cable car operations in the heart of the Alps is a big challenge. At Ski Juwel‘s Schatzbergbahn cable car, the team relies on a state-of-the-art snow groomer orkshop, decades of expertise, and green energy to keep the resort moving.
Pylons as Canvases
Art instead of vandalism for the Paris cable car: The support towers of urban cable cars naturally invite graffiti. To preempt this, project managers for the Câble C1 cable car near Paris launched an art competition. Even before the cable car's opening, five street artists designed the bases of five prominent pylons.
Project Pods4Rail
With Pods4Rail, the German Aerospace Center (DLR), alongside partners from research and industry, has designed a modular mobility concept. It is intended to seamlessly transport passengers and freight across multiple modes of transport in the future. To achieve this, standardized capsules automatically transfer between carrier units for rail, road, and cable car systems.
Georgia: Ski resort on the drawing board
The automotive group Tegeta plans to build a mountain destination in Georgia. The Sairme Mountain Resort will encompass three locations, with the planned Lamazgora ski area set to be developed across five distinct phases.