Cable car in Madrid: Major upgrade kicks off
In Spain's capital, work has begun to modernize the cable car — the entire technical system will be overhauled, the cabins replaced, and the stations rebuilt. Here are the details of the project.
Renewable energy for cable cars: Bolivia focuses on self-generation
In the Bolivian capital, La Paz, the cabins of Mi Teleférico are already equipped with solar panels. The management is now developing a model for self-generation of renewable energy to reduce dependence on the power grid.
Vietnam: Cable car for the island airport
A cable car could be built on the Vietnamese island of Con Son, connecting the airport with the town center of Con Dao. The island is expecting a significant increase in tourism – authorities fear that the existing road will not be able to handle the traffic and are considering a cable car. Here are the details of the project.
Paris considers second cable car – where exactly?
French media report that studies for a possible second cable car project in Paris could begin. What do supporters and opponents of the project say?
Karlsruhe plans to modernize the Turmberg Funicular
The German state of Baden-Württemberg has announced funding for the barrier-free expansion and extension of the Turmberg Funicular in Karlsruhe. Work is scheduled to begin in 2026. Here are the project details.
Muttrah (Oman): Cable car project in the “Switzerland of the middle east”
In Muttrah, a historic port city near Oman‘s capital Muscat, two new cable car lines by BARTHOLET are currently under construction. The ambitious project aims to boost Oman‘s tourism sector and revitalize the region. For the Swiss manufacturer, this is the first installation carried out in collaboration with the operator Sabeen Investment.