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Apr

2018

LEITNER Ropeways Builds New Trebević Cable Car in Sarajevo

The Trebevic Cable Car is built with an inclined length of 2,158m and 10 towers. Image from LEITNER ropeways.

After an absence of nearly three decades, an aerial ropeway has finally returned to Sarajevo’s famous Trebević mountain. The new 10-passenger cable car, built by LEITNER ropeways, carries visitors to the summit (1,160m) from the old city centre in just seven minutes and fifteen seconds.

The state-of-the-art aerial lift, designed with LEITNER’s DirectDrive system, can transport up to 1,200 passengers per hour per direction onboard its 33 cabins.

The cable car was made possible thanks in part to 3.5 million Euros donation by a Dutch nuclear physicist and businessman, Edmond “Eddy” Offerman. Offerman has a very special connection to the mountain as he met his wife, Maja Serdarević, in the Bosnian capital back in the 90s. As such, he had many fond memories riding the old Trebević aerial lift.

Anton Seeber (Managing Director of LEITNER), Abdulah Skaka (Mayor of Sarajevo) and Martin Leitner (Member of the LEITNER Board of Directors) were all in attendance at the opening ceremony. Image from LEITNER ropeways.

The former ropeway was a central component of the 1984 Winter Olympics and a popular day trip excursion until it was destroyed during the Yugoslav Wars in the 90s. The new recreational urban gondola reopened on April 6, the same day in which Offerman began his relationship with Serdarević.

Offerman hopes that the cable car installation can contribute to the revival of Sarajevo. To learn more about this project, click here.

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22
Mar

2018

Leitner Ropeways Building First 3S Gondola in Scandinavia

The new 3S gondola in Voss, Norway will be designed as part of a larger a multi-modal transport hub with rail and bus connections. Image from Leitner ropeways.

Leitner ropeways is proud to be the first company to introduce 3S gondola technology to Northern Europe. Voss Resorts, one of Norway’s top ski and leisure destinations, will be soon connected by a new 3S system that is scheduled to open in summer 2019.

While this aerial lift primarily serves a recreational function for winter and summer sport enthusiasts, the gondola’s bottom station will be built as a part of an integrated transport terminal. With the ropeway platform located on the third floor, passengers will be able to seamlessly connect to and from buses (located on the ground level) and rail service (located on the first floor). From the valley station, passengers will hop aboard one of thirteen ultra-chic Pininfarina “Symphony” cabins (35 person capacity).

Up to 1,500 passengers per hour will be able to ride the 2,000m long ropeway which transports riders over an elevation of 742m.

A new 450-person capacity restaurant with sweeping panoramic views will be built adjacent to the top station which strengthens Voss’ position as a premiere tourist destination. Image from Leitner ropeways.

Alongside a mountain side restaurant, the top station area will offer visitors a host of recreational opportunities for both summer and winter activities. The new 3S system not only replaces the resort’s old aerial tram (Hangursbanen) but will also complement Voss’ overall €31 million modernization program which improves the site’s hiking trails and ski areas.

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Leaders in 3S Ropeways

3S technology is the most advanced and robust ropeway system available in the world today. Compared to other aerial ropeways, 3S systems have the highest wind resistance and highest line capacities. They have the ability to operate in wind speeds of up to 100km/h and can carry 6,000 persons per hour per direction.

So far, Leitner ropeways has built and designed 3S gondolas throughout the world with systems in Bolzano (Italy), Morzine/Avoriaz (France), Stubaital Valley (Austria), and Klein Matterhorn (Switzerland). This latest project in Voss is the continuation of Leitner ropeways’ success in designing 3S systems to solve challenging transportation problems.

To learn more about Leitner ropeways and the first 3S gondola in Scandinavia, please click here.

 

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02
Mar

2018

LEITNER Ropeways Modernizes Montjuïc Funicular

Montjuïc Funicular. Image by LEITNER ropeways.

The Montjuïc Funicular in Barcelona, Spain has been providing passengers with quick, reliable, and convenient transportation to the hill of Montjuïc since it was built in 1928 for the World Exhibition.

The 718m long cable-hauled line was then renewed in preparation for a flux of visitors who arrived in the City during the 1992 Summer Olympics. Most recently, LEITNER ropeways was selected to conduct modernization works on the transport line between November 2015 and April 2016.

As part of the work plan, the two vehicles were overhauled, the electrical and mechanical components and the ropes were replaced, and the brakes and the emergency brakes were modernized.

New video and audio systems were installed. Image by LEITNER ropeways.

The Montjuïc Funicular was also equipped with LeitControl, an innovative and intuitive control system.  Complex work processes are now improved and simplified which increases staff safety and comfort. In particular, Operations Manager Carlos Sanchez was impressed with how much information was now available to operators at a single glance.

The system remains a vital transit link in Barcelona which serves 1.5 million passengers per year. As the funicular can transport up to 8,000 passengers per hour per direction, this makes it one of the highest capacity funiculars in the world!  Today, the system is fully integrated with City’s transit network and is connected to Barcelona Metro’s L2 and L3 lines and the Leitner-built urban gondola, the Téléferic de Montjuïc.

To learn more about the modernization program and LEITNER ropeways, click here.

 

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10
Nov

2017

Premium Symphony 10 Cabin Presented by LEITNER ropeways

Symphony 10 cabin. Image by LEITNER ropeways.

The new Symphony 10 cabin by LEITNER ropeways features the latest advancements in modern ropeway design and functionality. As the “little sister” of the Pininfarina-crafted 3S Symphony cabin, this redesigned 10-passenger carrier provides passengers with greater comfort and convenience thanks to a number of technical and structural enhancements.

Compared to the traditional Diamond Series cabins, the roof of the 10 Symphony features a wider design. As a result, there is a greater sense of spaciousness for users. In addition, larger seats and cabin dimensions provide riders with more legroom and individual seating space.

Windows stretching from the floor to the top ensure that passengers have better viewing opportunities throughout their entire ropeway journey. For clients hoping to pamper their guests, automotive-style leather seats can be added to enhance visitor experience.

Symphony 10 cabins. Image by LEITNER ropeways.

With the new sliding door design, this means that the mechanism will not disturb passengers while the doors open. Meanwhile, the wider entryway makes boarding and alighting easier than ever before. Passengers can experience the new 10 Symphony cabins in the upcoming winter season onboard the Piz Seteur gondola in Val Gardena, Italy. To learn more about LEITNER ropeways and the 10 Symphony, please click here.

Piz Seteur 10-passenger gondola. Image by LEITNER ropeways.

 

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18
Oct

2017

Three Million Trips Aboard Berlin’s IGA 2017 Gondola

IGA 2017 Gondola. Image from LEITNER Ropeways.

During its 6-month run, Berlin’s IGA 2017 urban gondola provided green and barrier-free transport to a total of three million riders. During peak periods, the 3,000-person capacity ropeway recorded more than 35,000 passengers per day. Designed and operated by LEITNER Ropeways, the 10-passenger monocable urban gondola soared to heights of 30m and allowed visitors to admire the 100+ hectares of garden grounds from the sky.

As the German capital experienced the wettest summer ever recorded, attendance to the International Garden Show was unable to reach the two million visitor target. However, the event was still a success where 1.6 million guests visited the site between April 13, 2017 – October 15, 2017.

The 1.5km, 3-station gondola was a prominent attraction throughout its time during IGA 2017 and after a 40-day break, will resume service on December 1, 2017. The system’s close proximity to Berlin’s “Kienberg-Gärten der Welt” subway station means there is an opportunity for the cable car to provide ongoing service improvements to local transport in the years to come. Ongoing dialogue with City officials will discuss how the ropeway can be integrated with the local transit system.

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21
Sep

2017

LEITNER Ropeways Modernizes Dorfbahn Serfaus

Serfaus Dorfbahn. Image by LEITNER Ropeways.

After 32 years of operations, the Dorfbahn Serfaus is now undergoing a full modernization program. This underground funicular, located in the popular Austrian ski town of Serfaus, operates on a bed of air cushion. It was built in 1986 to reduce traffic congestion in the village, replace crowded buses and to serve as a last mile solution between a car park and ski facilities.

LEITNER ropeways was chosen by Seilbahn Komperdell GmbH to conduct this program of work due to its specialized expertise in cable propelled solutions and air cushion technology. The company is responsible for all technical ropeway services which means the new funicular will be equipped with LEITNER’s quiet and sustainable DirectDrive and user-friendly LEITControl systems. In addition, the company will design and install the funicular’s communication, platform information, video and emergency radio systems.

With LEITNER’s latest air cushion and special DirectDrive technology, these innovative features will maximize safety, efficiency and comfort. Modernized air cushion technology ensures that funicular operations remain silent and with minimal vibrations as it travels underneath the village. The Dorfbahn Serfaus will also be the first DirectDrive installed on a standing traction sheave.

Construction of the funicular will be split into three phases with the system scheduled to open in 2019. Once implementation works are complete, the funicular’s capacity will be increased by 50% to 3,000 passengers per hour per direction.

To learn more about LEITNER ropeways and the Dorfbahn Serfaus, click here.

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STATS

Capacity (pphpd) 3,000
Speed (m/s) 11
Drive Power (kw) 1,500
Length (m) 1,290
Stations 4
Vehicle Trainset with 3 individual cars
Drive system LEITNER DirectDrive

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05
Jul

2017

IGA Berlin 2017 Ropeway Celebrates One Million Riders

The IGA 2017 Ropeway provides green, barrier-free and near silent transport across the 100+ hectares of event grounds. Image from LEITNER Ropeways.

Berlin’s 2017 International Garden Show (IGA 2017) cable car has now transported more than one million passengers. This impressive milestone was reached in less than three months of operations after the system was inaugurated on April 13, 2017.

The 10-passenger monocable urban gondola, designed and operated by LEITNER Ropeways, is Berlin’s first aerial lift in 60 years. Since its opening, the system has been huge attraction for guests.

The 65 cabins (6 with transparent floors) on the gondola travels up to 30m above ground throughout the site from Kienbergpark to the “Gärten der Welt”. Tickets for the gondola ride is included as part of the IGA 2017 entrance fee.

Katharina Lohmann (managing director IGA) and Michael Tanzer (managing director Selibahn Berlin) surprises Claudia Blaurock (millionth passenger) with a IGA book, bobsleigh vouchers and flowers. Image from LEITNER Ropeways.

A total of 3,000 passengers per hour per direction can be transported onboard the IGA 2017 cable car. Once the exhibition comes to a close on October 15, 2017, the ropeway will continue to operate. The system will function as part of Berlin’s local transport system and provide a direct 4.5 minute connection between the districts of Marzahn and Hellersdorf and the “Kienberg – Gärten der Welt” subway station.

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