The ropeway project group
Under the name “Ropeway Project Group”, a group of cable car experts from Austria and South Tyrol has joined forces to form a network, offering cable car customers a one-stop solution for the planning, implementation, review and operation of cable car projects, including snowmaking equipment.
Pandemic risk in ski resorts
Where do the greatest risks of infection lurk? How can you protect yourself and others even better? Scientists all over the world are working to expand knowledge about Covid-19 – including at Empa.
“AURO ropeway”
Since December, the Kumme gondola lift has been the new highlight in Zermatt. It’s the first AURO ropeway from Doppelmayr/Garaventa.
Florida relies on snow powder
Around Pasco County (Florida), the temperature is over 20 degrees all year round. It is therefore all the more surprising that this has recently become the location of Florida’s first snow park.
Partition element devised
New development provides greater protection from infection and higher transport capacity in cable cars.
Ski World Championships 2025
The awarding of the contract should have been made five months ago, in May in Thailand. The FIS Council decided in fall to select Austria and Saalbach Hinterglemm as the venue for the Alpine Ski World Championships 2025. Due to the current situation, the awarding of the contract took place online. The contract was awarded with 12 of 14 votes.