Doppelmayr Group is building 84 new cable cars worldwide

The Doppelmayr Group can once again boast an impressive project record. Last year, the cable car manufacturer handed over 84 new installations to customers worldwide. Regionally, Europe leads the ranking with 55 new installations, followed by North America (17), Asia (8), Oceania (3), and South America (1). Numerous highlight projects were successfully completed, including the Câble C1 in the greater Paris area (France), the first TRI-Line in Hoch-Ybrig (Switzerland), and other innovative chairlifts in Austria, Chile, and the USA.

From 3S cable cars and gondola lifts to monoracks, the Doppelmayr Group significantly shaped mobility in mountains, cities, and at points of interest with numerous cable car projects during the period from February 2025 to January 2026. With 84 new installations completed worldwide, the high level of the previous year (85) was maintained. This year, 44 new installations were located in the Alps alone – an increase of 13 compared to the previous year. What is impressive is not only the sheer number of installations handed over to customers, but also their uniqueness and innovative strength. A brief overview of the highlights:

Flagship project of urban mobility: Câble C1, Île-de-France, Greater Paris (FRA)

On December 13, 2025, the Île-de-France region inaugurated its first urban cable car, the Câble C1, the longest in Europe. The 4.5-kilometer line with five stations extends Metro Line 8, connecting the southern suburbs of Paris quickly, seamlessly, and with zero CO₂ emissions to the public transport network. 105 OMEGA V-XL cabins, each with a capacity of ten people, offer optimal comfort and designated areas for bicycles, strollers, and wheelchairs. With a daily ridership of over 11,000 and a journey time of just 18 minutes, halving the original travel time, the Câble C1 represents an efficient alternative in the congested public transport network. It is a flagship project for sustainable urban mobility using cable cars and a model for cities worldwide.

TRI-Line World Premiere: Weglosen–Seebli, Hoch-Ybrig (CHE)

With the new TRI-Line Weglosen–Seebli, the world's first cable car using the innovative TRI-Line system commenced operation in December 2025. The cable car combines the advantages of 3S technology with the D-Line and boasts a newly developed running gear, compact stations, high wind stability, and barrier-free vehicles. Eighteen STELLA cabins from CWA transport up to 1,400 people per hour, with a travel time of approximately seven minutes. Only two support towers are used along the roughly 1.7-kilometer route. Each tower consists of two round tube supports, reducing the required footprint and allowing the system to blend harmoniously into the landscape. AURO capability enables autonomous operation when needed. The operator can flexibly switch between operating modes and optimize resource utilization. The system offers operators an attractive solution for applications that lie between the classic monocable gondola lift and the 3S system.

Autonomous operation: Ischgl and Sölden (AUT)

In Ischgl, the two 8-seater chairlifts, Höllboden and Sassgalun, have been showcasing the latest technological advancements since this season. Both lifts offer maximum comfort and, thanks to innovative AURO technology, a new level of safety and efficiency. Cameras and sensors at the mountain station continuously provide data, which is analyzed in real time by an AI-supported system.

If necessary, the lift automatically slows down or stops – entirely without operator intervention on the mountain (AURO CLD). At the valley station, the brand-new AURO Assist system supports the operating staff and monitors whether passengers are seated correctly. The two new chairlifts also set a benchmark in sustainability. Solar panels on the stations will cover a portion of their energy needs in the future.

The Sölden mountain lifts also launched two new D-Line 8-seater chairlifts: Silberbrünnl and Einzeiger. They transport up to 3,800 and 4,000 people per hour, respectively, comfortably and safely to the mountain. A conveyor belt, lockable safety bars, and weather protection hoods ensure maximum comfort, while AURO technology enables autonomous operation on the mountain, and AURO Assist provides additional support to the operating staff in the valley. Short travel times, comfortable individual seats, and state-of-the-art technology elevate the skiing experience to a new level.

Sustainable to the point of interest: Teleférico Pío Nono, Santiago de Chile (CHL)

The new 8-person Pío Nono gondola lift connects three popular destinations along a route of just under one kilometer: the National Zoo at the base station, the future Chile Nativo Eco-Park, accessible via the intermediate station, and the summit of Cerro San Cristóbal, which offers spectacular views of the city and the Andes. Twenty-four modern cabins with bicycle racks provide comfortable rides for visitors and cyclists, granting access to various trails on the hilltop. The lift strengthens the park's internal transportation network and relieves pressure on existing transport systems, representing a forward-looking step towards sustainable mobility in the Chilean capital, Santiago.

Pioneer character: Explorer Gondola, Montana (USA)

The new 10-person Explorer Gondola is the highlight of Big Sky's gondola transformation. It now connects Mountain Village to the iconic Lone Peak Tram summit station. Eighty-three custom-designed OMEGA V cabins by CWA each accommodate ten people and feature panoramic windows, heated individual seats, and, for the first time in North America, the TWISTIN ski rack. A flagship project for Big Sky, it is the first gondola in North America to feature the cubic D-Line R2 station design, bike cabins for summer operation, and a travel speed of 7.1 m/s, powered by the virtually silent Doppelmayr Direct Drive. The impressive mid-station provides ideal training terrain, offering beginners a true alpine experience. From the summit station, guests can access the legendary Lone Peak Tram, which offers views of three states and two national parks.

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