“A trial balloon for the big solution!”
Urban tourist cable cars can be a blueprint for everyday urban installations, cable car planner Stephan Salzmann is convinced. In an interview with SI, the expert talks about the purpose of excursion lines, the questions that initiators need to ask and the existing success factors.
Mythological beasts inspire architects of modern transport solutions
A transport link between Sicily and southern Italy still remains a dream. In thepast,architecturalcompetitionshave yielded a range of interesting ideas for possible connections. However, none has previously attracted the interest of the Italian government.
Sustainable mobility, including cable cars?
Whether through the regional city railway, cycle bridges, car sharing or sustainable urban development, the German university city of Tübingen has long relied on future-proof mobility and an infrastructure of short distances. An urban cable car is now also being discussed – as an alternative to a railway line in the city centre.
Floriade 2022 is growing – not only on the ground but also in the air
For visitors to the popular, internationally renowned flower and horticultural show, Floriade Expo 2022, a diverse showground is currently being created in Almere (Netherlands). The issue of sustainability in cities will play a particular role here , as is already evident from the motto, “Growing Green Cities”.
Cottbus: Citizens’ initiative calls for cable car
In german Brandenburg, the city of Cottbus is increasingly creating a stir, as the people here are calling for change. Whereas the population elsewhere is opposed to suggested cable car projects, a citizens’ initiative has formed in Cottbus, which is actually calling for just such a construction project. Madness... or a brilliant idea?
After Koblenz, Mannheim is also taking off
At the German National Garden Show in Koblenz, an urban ropeway became a hit with the visitors. In 2023, Mannheim will now also rely on the tried and tested system for fast visitor transport between exhibition areas.