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• The D’shala-McLeodhanj ropeway in India is expected to be up and running by June of 2020, helping to improve traffic congestion during the peak tourism season. The 1.75 km line will have the capacity to move 1,000 people per hour using a mono-cable detachable gondola system with 18-24 cabins. Construction of the system’s infrastructure is almost complete, and the installation of the ropeway system is expected to begin soon.

• Residents in the remote Abuluaha Village in southwest China now have cable car service to increase their access to goods and services. The 4.2 km ropeway system replaces residents need to cover the same distance by climbing three hours up and down the mountain. The cabins, with a capacity of one ton, are able to carry up to eight people, as well as produce and motorbikes. The total travel time is 20 minutes.

• According to guests, the Walt Disney World Skyliner continues to have malfunctions. On December 29, visitors were stuck on the Skyliner for long enough that they were instructed to open the emergency kits in the cabin. The gondola doors are also causing issues, appearing to open, close, or stay closed at unintended times.  Despite the struggles, the Skyliner remains open, even extending hours to serve visitor demand.

• Phuket, Thailand continues Sky Way cable car planning. With the success of the Phuket Quoc Cable Car, the integration of Sky Way system on the island is expected to further boost tourism. The currently proposed alignment will be 3 km with three stations and a great view of the city.

• Eagle’s Rest has opened in Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Wyoming. The lift replaces the original one which was removed in 2016. The new 281-vertical-foot lift provides access for beginners to expanded and less hectic terrain.