
Aerial Tramway Market
Aerial Tramway Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Product (Gondola Lifts and Chairlifts), Type (Funicular Railway, Reversible Aerial Tramway, Pulsed Movement Aerial Ropeway, Detachable Gondola Lift, Combination Lift and Other Types), Installation Type, Capacity Type, Application, Sales Channel and By Geography

Years Covered |
2021-2030 |
Estimated Year Value (2023) |
US $178.74 MN |
Projected Year Value (2030) |
US $272.33 MN |
CAGR (2023 - 2030) |
6.2% |
Regions Covered |
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa |
Countries Covered |
US, Canada, Mexico, Germany, UK, Italy, France, Spain, Japan, China, India, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Rest of Asia Pacific, South America, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Middle East & Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and South Africa |
Largest Market |
Asia Pacific |
Highest Growing Market |
Europe |
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Aerial Tramway Market is accounted for $178.74 million in 2023 and is expected to reach $272.33 million by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period. An aerial tramway is a type of transportation system that uses cables to transport people or goods between two or more points. It is also called a cable car, sky tram or ropeway. These are very attractive ropeway system that major attracts tourists from different regions. They are ideal for extremely steep terrain, provide high levels of availability and good stability in wind. Moreover, it has one or two cabins running to and fro between the stations either on a hauling rope on one or two-track ropes or with just a single hauling rope providing the traction.
According to a survey at Boise State University found that about 35% of respondents expressed that, an aerial tramway is feasible and economically viable and could save up to 10% in average travel time.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Growing tourism and recreation industry
Aerial tramways are popular in tourist destinations for sightseeing and accessing recreational areas like ski resorts, national parks, and hiking trails. This scenic attraction enhances the overall tourism experience and draws more visitors to destinations where tramways are available. Also, aerial tramways can be marketed as environmentally friendly transportation options, as they have a lower environmental impact compared to traditional ground transportation methods. Therefore, growth of the tourism industry drives the demand for aerial tramway systems.
Restraint:
Environmental concerns
Aerial tramways may face opposition from environmental groups or local communities due to concerns about habitat disruption, noise pollution, and visual impact on natural landscapes. Aerial tramways can alter the visual landscape, potentially affecting the aesthetic appeal of natural areas. The construction of aerial tramways often requires clearing vegetation and altering natural landscapes. This can disrupt local flora and fauna, and may even lead to soil erosion or degradation. These factors are hampering the market demand.
Opportunity:
Rising collaborations with tourism industries
Collaborations with the tourism industry can lead to increased visitor numbers to destinations featuring aerial tramways. This influx of tourists can generate additional revenue for both the tramway operators and the local economy. It can also lead to cross-promotional activities. Thereby, aerial tramways become iconic features of a destination and contribute to positive destination branding. Overall, collaborations with the tourism industry can significantly boost the popularity and profitability of aerial tramways market.
Threat:
High operational & maintenance costs
Aerial tramways have high operational and maintenance costs due to their design, operation, and location. Aerial tramways involve a complex system of cables, towers, cabins, and stations. This intricate infrastructure requires regular inspections, maintenance, and occasional replacement of components. Beyond initial construction, tramways have ongoing lifecycle costs associated with regular component replacement, upgrades, and refurbishments. It also consist additional expenses such as electricity costs and payment of technicians, engineers, and safety experts which hinders the market growth.
Covid-19 Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a notable impact on the aerial tramway market. Many aerial tramways, especially those catering to tourism and recreational purposes, experienced temporary closures or reduced operating schedules due to lockdowns, travel restrictions, and reduced visitor numbers. The decline in visitors and revenues placed financial strain on operators of aerial tramways. Operators had to reconfigure seating arrangements and implement measures to ensure social distancing. In some regions, aerial tramways were repurposed for transportation in urban areas to reduce congestion and facilitate social distancing. The recovery of the aerial tramway market is closely tied to the broader recovery of the tourism and travel industry.
The gondola lifts segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The gondola lifts segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth. Gondola lifts provide passengers with breathtaking panoramic views of natural landscapes, cities, and tourist attractions. It can transport people to areas that are difficult to reach, such as mountain resorts, national parks, hiking trails, or historical sites. By providing an aerial route, gondola lifts help alleviate traffic congestion in busy urban centers. In emergency situations, gondola lifts can be used for rapid evacuation or transportation of supplies to areas that may be otherwise inaccessible due to natural disasters or other emergencies.
The mountain sightseeing segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The mountain sightseeing segment is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR growth during the forecast period. Mountain sightseeing via aerial tramway is a popular and exhilarating way for tourists to experience overwhelming views of natural landscapes, especially in regions with rugged terrain. It helps visitors to have the opportunity to learn about the local culture, traditions, and history of the region. Its recreational activities, photography opportunities, cultural experiences and weather variability provide lucrative growth to the segment.
Region with largest share:
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period. Asia-Pacific is home to numerous popular tourist destinations, including mountainous regions, coastal areas, and cultural heritage sites. Countries like China, India, and Indonesia, has been experiencing rapid urbanization. This has led to increased demand for efficient and sustainable transportation solutions, including aerial tramways, to address urban mobility challenges. Many governments in the region have been investing in transportation infrastructure projects. Further, growing mountain resorts and winter sports in the region are boosting the market growth.
Region with highest CAGR:
Europe is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Europe is known for its diverse and picturesque landscapes, which makes it a prime location for aerial tramways used in tourism. Some European cities like Barcelona, Lisbon, and Medellin have integrated aerial tramways as part of their public transportation systems. The market is competitive, with both established companies and emerging players vying for contracts. Companies like Doppelmayr/Garaventa, Leitner Group, and Poma are among the leading manufacturers in the region. The region’s improved tramway technology further fuels the market demand.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players profiled in the Aerial Tramway Market include Leitner AG, Graventa Group, Bullwheel International, Riblet, Leitner-Poma, Hongji, SkyTrans Mfg, M&M Ropeways, Nippon Cable, POMA Group, Bartholet Maschinenbau AG, CWA Constructions SA, Ropeways Transport Limited and GMM-Pfaudler Limited.
Key Developments:
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Products Covered:
• Gondola Lifts
• Chairlifts
Types Covered:
• Funicular Railway
• Reversible Aerial Tramway
• Pulsed Movement Aerial Ropeway
• Detachable Gondola Lift
• Combination Lift
• Other Types
Installation Types Covered:
• Detachable Installations
• Fixed Grip Installations
Capacity Types Covered:
• Two-passenger Capacity
• Four-passenger Capacity
• Six-passenger Capacity
• Other Capacity Types
Applications Covered:
• Mountain Sightseeing
• Harbour Sightseeing
• Urban Transportation
• Other Applications
Sales Channels Covered:
• Aftermarket
• Original Equipment Manufacturer
• Online Retail
• Direct Sales
• Distributors & Dealers
Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan
o China
o India
o Australia
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa
What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements
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Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Preface
2.1 Abstract
2.2 Stake Holders
2.3 Research Scope
2.4 Research Methodology
2.4.1 Data Mining
2.4.2 Data Analysis
2.4.3 Data Validation
2.4.4 Research Approach
2.5 Research Sources
2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
2.5.3 Assumptions
3 Market Trend Analysis
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Drivers
3.3 Restraints
3.4 Opportunities
3.5 Threats
3.6 Product Analysis
3.7 Application Analysis
3.8 Emerging Markets
3.9 Impact of Covid-19
4 Porters Five Force Analysis
4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
4.3 Threat of substitutes
4.4 Threat of new entrants
4.5 Competitive rivalry
5 Global Aerial Tramway Market, By Product
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Gondola Lifts
5.3 Chairlifts
6 Global Aerial Tramway Market, By Type
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Funicular Railway
6.3 Reversible Aerial Tramway
6.4 Pulsed Movement Aerial Ropeway
6.5 Detachable Gondola Lift
6.6 Combination Lift
6.7 Other Types
7 Global Aerial Tramway Market, By Installation Type
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Detachable Installations
7.3 Fixed Grip Installations
8 Global Aerial Tramway Market, By Capacity Type
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Two-passenger Capacity
8.3 Four-passenger Capacity
8.4 Six-passenger Capacity
8.5 Other Capacity Types
9 Global Aerial Tramway Market, By Application
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Mountain Sightseeing
9.3 Harbour Sightseeing
9.4 Urban Transportation
9.5 Other Applications
10 Global Aerial Tramway Market, By Sales Channel
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Aftermarket
10.3 Original Equipment Manufacturer
10.4 Online Retail
10.5 Direct Sales
10.6 Distributors & Dealers
11 Global Aerial Tramway Market, By Geography
11.1 Introduction
11.2 North America
11.2.1 US
11.2.2 Canada
11.2.3 Mexico
11.3 Europe
11.3.1 Germany
11.3.2 UK
11.3.3 Italy
11.3.4 France
11.3.5 Spain
11.3.6 Rest of Europe
11.4 Asia Pacific
11.4.1 Japan
11.4.2 China
11.4.3 India
11.4.4 Australia
11.4.5 New Zealand
11.4.6 South Korea
11.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
11.5 South America
11.5.1 Argentina
11.5.2 Brazil
11.5.3 Chile
11.5.4 Rest of South America
11.6 Middle East & Africa
11.6.1 Saudi Arabia
11.6.2 UAE
11.6.3 Qatar
11.6.4 South Africa
11.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
12 Key Developments
12.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
12.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
12.3 New Product Launch
12.4 Expansions
12.5 Other Key Strategies
13 Company Profiling
13.1 Leitner AG
13.2 Graventa Group
13.3 Bullwheel International
13.4 Riblet
13.5 Leitner-Poma
13.6 Hongji
13.7 SkyTrans Mfg
13.8 M&M Ropeways
13.9 Nippon Cable
13.10 POMA Group
13.11 Bartholet Maschinenbau AG
13.12 CWA Constructions SA
13.13 Ropeways Transport Limited
13.14 GMM-Pfaudler Limited
List of Tables
1 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Region (2021-2030) ($MN)
2 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Product (2021-2030) ($MN)
3 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Gondola Lifts (2021-2030) ($MN)
4 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Chairlifts (2021-2030) ($MN)
5 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Type (2021-2030) ($MN)
6 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Funicular Railway (2021-2030) ($MN)
7 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Reversible Aerial Tramway (2021-2030) ($MN)
8 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Pulsed Movement Aerial Ropeway (2021-2030) ($MN)
9 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Detachable Gondola Lift (2021-2030) ($MN)
10 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Combination Lift (2021-2030) ($MN)
11 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Other Types (2021-2030) ($MN)
12 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Installation Type (2021-2030) ($MN)
13 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Detachable Installations (2021-2030) ($MN)
14 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Fixed Grip Installations (2021-2030) ($MN)
15 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Capacity Type (2021-2030) ($MN)
16 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Two-passenger Capacity (2021-2030) ($MN)
17 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Four-passenger Capacity (2021-2030) ($MN)
18 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Six-passenger Capacity (2021-2030) ($MN)
19 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Other Capacity Types (2021-2030) ($MN)
20 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Application (2021-2030) ($MN)
21 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Mountain Sightseeing (2021-2030) ($MN)
22 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Harbour Sightseeing (2021-2030) ($MN)
23 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Urban Transportation (2021-2030) ($MN)
24 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2021-2030) ($MN)
25 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Sales Channel (2021-2030) ($MN)
26 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Aftermarket (2021-2030) ($MN)
27 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Original Equipment Manufacturer (2021-2030) ($MN)
28 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Online Retail (2021-2030) ($MN)
29 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Direct Sales (2021-2030) ($MN)
30 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook, By Distributors & Dealers (2021-2030) ($MN)
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.
List of Figures
List of Figures
Figure 1 Global Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 2 North America Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 3 US Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 4 Canada Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 5 Mexico Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 6 Europe Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 7 Germany Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 8 UK Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 9 Italy Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 10 France Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 11 Spain Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 12 Rest of Europe Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 13 Asia Pacific Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 14 Japan Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 15 China Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 16 India Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 17 Australia Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 18 New Zealand Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 19 South Korea Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 20 Rest of Asia Pacific Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 21 South America Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 22 Argentina Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 23 Brazil Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 24 Chile Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 25 Rest of South America Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 26 Middle East & Africa Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 27 Saudi Arabia Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 28 UAE Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 29 Qatar Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 30 South Africa Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
Figure 31 Rest of Middle East & Africa Aerial Tramway Market Outlook (2021-2030) ($MN)
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