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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.
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Doppelmayr: Bike Cab as a strategic choice
Three new gondola lifts on both sides of the Atlantic – the Loischkopfbahn, the Mighty Argo Cable Car, and the Explorer Gondola – are now in operation. All three are equipped with Bike Cabs to transport bicycles up the mountain, helping operators achieve key strategic goals.
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.
Thawing Mountains: Risks for high-altitude ski resorts
High-altitude ski resorts are facing extremely rapid changes that were almost unimaginable just 20 years ago. Permafrost – ground or rock that remains frozen year-round – is warming up and thawing. What are the warning signs, and what can be done?
Energy in Ski Resorts: Clever Use of Hydropower
Storing energy, generating electricity, powering cable cars – ski resorts can use hydropower to their advantage. Three destinations demonstrate as examples what is already possible today.
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Poland: Funding sought for gondola lift to the fortress
In the Polish municipality of Stoszowice, a gondola lift more than 1.2 kilometres long is planned to make the challenging ascent to one of Europe’s largest mountain fortresses easier. While the concept is in place and fully supported by the municipality, an investor is now being sought to bring the project to fruition.
Panama: Cable Car Manufacturer for San Miguelito Project Selected
The cable car is to be connected to the existing public transport network, including a direct connection to Line 2 of the Panama Metro. The contract was awarded for US$255 million. What is known about the project?
Italy: New inclined elevator to the university
The new inclined elevator between Trento and the Mesiano university campus in Italy is entering the final stage of the project. The glazed panoramic cabin is already positioned alongside the line, and the initial performance tests have been successfully carried out. When will the system go into operation, and what are its key technical features?
Experience the Urban Cable Car Virtually
The planned cable car for the Federal Horticultural Show in Wuppertal (Germany) can now be experienced by the public through a VR headset simulation. At the same time, expert assessments and planning for the urban cable car system are continuing. Initial details about the system are now available to the public.
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