The Austrian company Doppelmayr, a global leader in cable transport systems, is currently developing two major projects in Mexico: Mexico City\u2019s Cableb\u00fas Line 5 and Puebla\u2019s Cable Transport System. Both initiatives are progressing almost in parallel, aiming for completion by 2029 and commercial operation by late 2029 or early 2030. <\/p>\n
While Mexico City\u2019s government officially kicked off construction of Line 5 this week, Puebla is advancing through project design, right-of-way clearance, specialized studies, and initial execution phases for a cable network that will connect key points across its metropolitan area with four aerial lines. <\/p>\n
Though distinct in scale and scope, these projects share Doppelmayr as their constructor and a common goal: to ease urban congestion and reduce travel times in densely populated areas. <\/p>\n
Here\u2019s a closer look at each system: <\/p>\n
– **Mexico City\u2019s Cableb\u00fas Line 5** will stretch 15.4 kilometers, featuring 12 stations, 114 towers, and 462 cabins, each accommodating ten passengers. It is designed to serve over 137,000 residents in \u00c1lvaro Obreg\u00f3n and Magdalena Contreras, potentially cutting commute times by up to 50%. <\/p>\n
– **Puebla\u2019s cable system** will cover 14.77 kilometers with four lines and nine stations, operating 152 cabins with the capacity to transport around 38,000 users daily at launch. The system is scalable to handle up to 90,000 passengers per day as demand grows. <\/p>\n
Puebla\u2019s investment exceeds 6.7 billion pesos (including VAT), spread over 2025 to 2029. The largest expense\u2014over 4.2 billion pesos\u2014goes toward the electromechanical system, encompassing cabins, motors, cables, towers, smart operation systems, electronic fare collection, and other essential equipment. An additional 212 million pesos are allocated for environmental mitigation, land acquisition, right-of-way clearance, and relocating infrastructure from utilities like CFE, SOAPAP, Telmex, Pemex, and gas distributors. <\/p>\n
Despite starting at different times\u2014Puebla\u2019s project began execution in December 2025, while Mexico City\u2019s Line 5 construction started this week\u2014both are expected to follow similar timelines. Puebla\u2019s work is scheduled to finish by November 1, 2029, with system testing and international certification completed for a January 2030 launch. Mexico City\u2019s Line 5 aims for completion around May 2029, slightly ahead of Puebla\u2019s timeline. <\/p>\n
Both systems promise significant improvements in daily commutes: Puebla\u2019s full route from Mayorazgo to Cerro de Amalucan is projected to take just under 44 minutes, slashing current peak-hour travel times by nearly half. Integration with Puebla\u2019s RUTA bus lines, conventional routes, and a future public bike network will enhance first- and last-mile connectivity. Meanwhile, Mexico City\u2019s Line 5 will link with Metro Lines 7 and 12, boosting transit options in the city\u2019s west side. <\/p>\n
These projects exemplify how innovative, electric-powered cable transport can transform urban mobility with high capacity and low emissions, offering inclusive, efficient alternatives for millions of residents. For migrants and urban dwellers alike, such infrastructure investments signal a commitment to accessible, sustainable cities that prioritize people over cars.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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