Bit by bit, the proposal for the Gothenburg Cable Car is starting to take shape.
After a panel of judges selected the winners of its cable car design competition in February, the team behind what may be Sweden’s first Cable Propelled Transit (CPT) system has produced a fantastic 3D animation of the twelve minute aerial ride.
Over the years, we’ve seen many thoughtful and well-meaning proposals. However, when it comes to developing a well-coordinated and comprehensive project development plan, the Gothenburg proposal really stands head and shoulders above its competitors.
From the aforementioned design competition, the project team has incorporated many unique ideas to not only build support for the proposal, but to engage the local community in a fully transparent and interactive manner. To name a few memorable items, the team have designed 360 degree videos (see below), hands-on information booths with 3D goggles, and an informative website.
The development team behind the proposal has undoubtedly done their homework and aspiring CPT project proponents would be wise to learn and integrate some of these best practices into their proposals. If the project continues to hit its targeted timelines, the cable car should be operational by the time the City celebrates its 400th birthday in 2021.