Universal and sophisticated: Urban cable cars by Bartholet as a versatitle transport solution
Some of the key properties of urban cable cars make them the ideal addition to public transport. In addition, the mode of transport is far more diverse than might initially be thought. This can be demonstrated very easily by means of the example of Swiss cable car manufacturer BARTHOLET.
Mels: Inauen-Schätti is ensuring the best accessibility for uptwon Mels
The old Stoffel textile factory has been closed for 20 years now but the Uptown Mels project is set to breathe new life into the historic building.
Turku: Leitner ropeways implements urban cable car in Finland´s oldest city
By funicular to Turku’s former prison – Kakolantmäki hill. This journey in Finland’s oldest city has recently become possible thanks to cable car manufacturer LEITNER ropeways.
Dubai: Poma provides capsules for the world´s largest observation wheel
French cable car manufacturer POMA has long used its know-how not only for the construction of urban and Alpine systems but also for the leisure and entertainment industry. The most recent example is the supply of 48 capsules for “Ain Dubai” – soon to be the world’s largest observation wheel.
Guayaquil: The ,,Aerovia,, cable car from Poma will soon be the new lifeline of the city
Whilst urban cable cars are being discussed around the world, Guayaquil is already a major step ahead. In the Ecuadorian city, a cable car is currently being constructed, which links two towns together, crosses a river and accesses the city centre. Moreover, French cable car manufacturer POMA also submitted a successful funding concept.
Reliable & efficient: What does local public transport need in order to stand up to the car?
In a survey by Zeit Online, readers were asked the question, what would be needed for them to leave the car behind. The answer was unequivocally that the local public transport needs to be not free but rather more reliable.