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.
Towers – lifeless climbing protection system in Paris
For maintenance purposes, cable car towers are often equipped with ladders. In urban areas, these are vulnerable to vandalism, self-harm, or even sabotage. To address this, operators and manufacturers of the new cable car in Paris are using the HighStep Systems climbing protection system, which includes rails, climbing shoes, and a portable lift.
Know-how for urban cable cars
City and technology in perfect harmony: The Vorarlberg-based (Austria) cable car planning office MELZER & HOPFNER knows what is necessary for the optimal integration of a cable car into the urban environment. With over 35 years of experience, the engineers integrate the cable car conceptually in the best possible way into the cityscape.
Cable Car World: From expo hall to conference center
Cable Car World will take place on June 9-10, 2026, with a revised concept: The focus is stronger than ever on knowledge exchange, discussion, and networking surrounding cable car projects in urban areas.
Santo Domingo: third cable car is on the way
All good things come in threes: After Line 1 in 2018 and Line 2 in 2023, the French cable car manufacturer POMA is now building the third cable car in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic. What will the new system offer, and what is the status of the construction work?
Mexico: Two new cable cars in Morelia and Naucalpan
In Mexico, the cable car manufacturer LEITNER is building two new systems in the cities of Morelia and Naucalpan. As a result, the cable car network established by LEITNER in Mexico will expand by 15 kilometers to a total of 40 route kilometers by 2026.
Bogotá: The cable car that changes lives
Latin America is the most urbanized region in the world and simultaneously suffers from social inequality, poverty, violence, and poor transportation connectivity. To address these issues, at least 13 cities have introduced cable cars to improve accessibility in steep areas. Bogotá, the capital of Colombia, followed this trend in 2018. But how has this affected the people in the affected neighborhoods? Researchers set out to find answers.
Autonomous Cable Cars as an Opportunity for Operators and Employees
In many places, there is a shortage of operational staff for urban cable cars. At the same time, highly trained cable car professionals are often underutilized in their daily work. A solution for both sides? Perhaps autonomous operation. Cable car planner Stephan Salzmann discusses the opportunities, risks, and requirements of this new technology.
Interalpin 2025: City Cable Car Solutions
From May 6 to 9, 2025, INTERALPIN will once again become the international hub for the alpine technology and cable car industry. In addition to the traditional topics around winter sports and alpine technology, the trade fair will focus on urban mobility solutions. Under the motto “City Cable Car Solutions“, cable cars will be presented as innovative and sustainable transportation options for urban areas.
Cable car over the Rhine: A potential solution for commuters
A cable car over the Rhine is being discussed in Sisslerfeld (Switzerland). By 2040, up to 10,000 new jobs could be created in the area, and the cable car would provide an efficient and environmentally friendly transportation solution.
Despite sanctions: Venezuela’s urban cable car reopens after repairs
In the city of Mérida (Venezuela), the urban cable car system is back in operation. It will reduce the travel time for residents from one hour to five minutes.
Will Bremen still get a cable car?
Given the dilapidated bridges, politicians in the German city of Bremen are once again discussing urban cable cars. Which routes are possible? And why have previous ideas failed?
The urban cable car in Varanasi: First test rides.
Construction work in Varanasi (India) is progressing quickly. The cable splicing work for the first section has been successfully completed. The full opening is planned for 2026.