Advanced cable car booking amid tourism boom
Starting in May, anyone planning to visit Oeschinen Lake in the Bernese Oberland (Switzerland) will be able to book their cable car ticket in advance. This initiative aims to better manage tourism at the popular destination.
Ski World Championships Saalbach: Summary of the ski resort
13 days of the World Championships in Saalbach-Hinterglemm were preceded by 13 years of preparation. The enormous efforts of the ski resort paid off. They are expected to ensure a rich harvest in the coming years, emphasizes Peter Mitterer, Managing Director of Hinterglemmer Bergbahnen, in the SI interview.
Mountain Summit 2025: Save the date!
Mountain summit has been an essential event for alpine tourism and the cable car industry for seven years in a row. Mountain Summit promotes networking, innovation and collaboration. The event will once again take place from September 17 to 19, 2025, in Oberstdorf (Germany). Join us for inspiring talks and workshops!
Doppelmayr USA announces leadership transition
Doppelmayr USA, a leader in ropeway engineering and manufacturing, announces an upcoming leadership change as CEO Katharina Schmitz prepares to leave the role on March 31, 2025, to pursue personal goals. This transition marks a new chapter for the company as it continues its commitment to innovation and excellence.
New Design for the Cable Car to Ještěd in Liberec
The city of Liberec (Czech Republic) plans to construct a new cable car to Ještěd, which will feature an innovative, UFO-inspired cabin to transport visitors to the top. The winning design by Czech designer Anna Marešová focuses on a modern aesthetic that perfectly complements the iconic Ještěd Tower.
World’s longest 8-place chairlift
With a length of 2,619 meters, Big Sky Resort in North America recently opened the world's longest 8-place chairlift. The DOPPELMAYR system impresses with several innovative features.