21.01.2026
Chenus Courchevel: the first LIFE gondola lift opens a new era

A new experience in Courchevel!

The Chenus gondola lift is now officially open, marking a turning point for ropeway transport. Quieter, more wind-resistant and equipped with spacious 10-passenger EVO cabins, it guarantees optimal comfort for skiers in winter and visitors in summer.

With increased capacity and a freight transport, it helps reduce environmental impact by limiting the use of motor vehicles.

La Société des 3 Vallées

A trusted relationship

The Société des 3 Vallées highlighted the quality of the technical discussions and the attention paid to operators’ needs from the design stage onwards. Among the innovations are a front/rear hatch system and integrated overhead crane for simplified deliveries without manual effort.

 

A new generation of ropeway transport:

The LIFE Range

This installation inaugurates the LIFE range, designed to combine modularity, ergonomics and sustainability. LIFE sets a new technological benchmark for cable transport, with major advantages:

  • Optimized accessibility: adjustments accessible from the walkways.
  • Easier maintenance: wide, flat walkways for safe movement.
  • Reduced noise and vibration: specific design to manage vehicle entry into the station.
  • Centralized operator station: for an efficient and secure workflow.

A strong collaborative approach
The result of a joint effort between the design offices and the three manufacturers of the HTI group, LIFE embodies the strength of partnership.

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“LIFE is not just an innovative technology, it is the result of a collaborative approach with our customers. We anticipated their expectations to create a system that redefines current standards.”

Design Manager at POMA R&D

Rémi MANFREDI

And this is only the beginning!

The LIFE range continues to expand, offering skiers comfort and performance. Following on from the Chenus gondola lift, a new lift is already planned for next season: a 6-seater chairlift in La Clusaz.

With LIFE, POMA is reinventing mountain mobility: greater comfort, better performance and even more fun on the slopes.