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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?
X-Track-Chain: Minimal Snow Cover? Maximum Efficiency!
The new 6-band X-Track chain from Kässbohrer impresses with precision that inspires. The “footwear” for PistenBullys proves maximum efficiency with minimal snow cover.
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.
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Spanish ski resorts are investing heavily
With Astún and Alto Campoo, two Spanish ski resorts are investing heavily in their infrastructure: new cable cars, slopes, snow groomers, and beginner areas are to be acquired or implemented. 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?
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.
Drones for Inspection and Monitoring
"Drone Revolution" for the Industry: Spearheaded by snow lance manufacturer BÄCHLER, the startup SCARA captures has adapted a drone specifically for alpine operations. It autonomously inspects mountain infrastructure, monitors slopes, or assists in rescue missions. The potential applications seem limitless.
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SI-URBAN
RhyLift: Software engineer’s cable car project for Schaffhausen
In Schaffhausen, Switzerland, a local resident has independently developed a cable car project running from the train station up to the Breite district. In his view, this could significantly ease daily commuting. How might the route look?
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?
X-Track-Chain: Minimal Snow Cover? Maximum Efficiency!
The new 6-band X-Track chain from Kässbohrer impresses with precision that inspires. The “footwear” for PistenBullys proves maximum efficiency with minimal snow cover.
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.
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Digital Nudging: How do you get people to be sustainably mobile?
Digital nudging motivates people to use more sustainable mobility options, such as switching from the car to cycling or public transport, or walking. The focus is on “soft interventions” that can be implemented digitally and work without restrictions or bans. A free handbook from Salzburg Research provides concrete recommendations for action and ideas for transport operators, authorities, and institutions.
Plans in the homeland of cable cars
Ropeways are inextricably linked to Switzerland, shaping the country‘s image as a destination for sports and nature. However, the urban variant has struggled to gain a foothold. Nevertheless, several projects are underway, some of which are already quite far along.
Urban Cable Cars: Potential- and barrier factores
The Munich metropolitan area, home to approximately 1.5 million residents, is heavily influenced by commuter traffic. At the same time, there are deficiencies in tangential cross-connections within the public transport network. What factors speak for or against implementing an urban cable car?
Urban ropeways: From concept to implementation
Urban infrastructure projects require solid preparation and planning, yet for ropeways in particular, this is often ignored. Ideas are frequently presented to the public without first verifying which mobility needs are actually being met and what the impact of these improvements will be. The successfully implemented “Câble C1“ project near Paris demonstrates how to do it right.
