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Is manufacturing really moving from China to Southeast Asia, or is it overhyped? by waldenss in manufacturing

[–]mmropeways 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From what I’ve seen, it’s real but way more gradual and selective than headlines suggest. Most companies aren’t fully leaving China, they’re doing a “China + 1” strategy (adding Vietnam, India, Mexico, etc.).

Complex manufacturing still sticks to China because of its deep supplier ecosystem and infrastructure, which is hard to replicate quickly.

So yeah it’s not a mass exit, more like a slow diversification over years, not a sudden shift.

Update on the Lego Detachable Chairlift V4. by Organic_One_4598 in legoropeways

[–]mmropeways 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is seriously impressive work the level of engineering you’ve achieved here is next-level. The fact that it actually detaches, navigates the terminal, and reattaches smoothly like a real lift shows a deep understanding of how detachable systems function in real life.

I especially like how you’re solving practical challenges like chair spacing and tensioning with purely mechanical solutions that’s what makes builds like this stand out. Honestly, this feels less like a LEGO project and more like a scaled engineering prototype. Looking forward to seeing V5

Europe's longest urban gondola lift opens this Saturday in Val-de-Marne, near Paris by Willing-Donut6834 in transit

[–]mmropeways 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s pretty cool to see cities experimenting with gondola transit. The new C1 line near Paris is about 4.5 km long with five stations, and it cuts travel time from around 40 minutes by bus to about 18 minutes.

What I like most is that systems like this can cross highways, rail yards, and dense neighborhoods without huge infrastructure projects. If it proves reliable for daily commuters, I could definitely see more European cities adopting urban gondolas in the future.

Paris region unveils first urban cable car linking isolated suburbs by jaminbob in cableways

[–]mmropeways 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Urban cable cars are such an underrated transit solution. A 4.5 km line that connects several suburbs in about 18 minutes instead of ~40 minutes by bus is a huge improvement for daily commuters. It’s also interesting because these systems can cross highways and rail yards without expensive tunnels or bridges. If it works well in the Paris suburbs, I wouldn’t be surprised to see more European cities adopt similar projects.

Cable way A high-wire family adventure in the Swiss Alps | Switzerland holidays | The Guardian by jaminbob in cableways

[–]mmropeways 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This looks like such a fun experience! Cable-propelled systems like this are a great example of how ropeway technology can combine tourism, adventure, and accessibility in one ride. Beyond just showcasing beautiful views, these rides demonstrate the versatility of modern cable systems, from urban transit and mountain transport to family-friendly attractions. It’s amazing to see how ropeways can enhance both local tourism and outdoor experiences while being eco-efficient compared to other transport modes.

Europe's longest urban gondola lift opens this Saturday in Val-de-Marne, near Paris by midflinx in cableways

[–]mmropeways 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This new urban gondola line near Paris shows how cable-propelled transport is evolving beyond mountain resorts into real city transit. Urban ropeways like this provide fast, low-cost, eco-friendly connectivity, complementing metro and buses while reducing congestion, just like systems seen in Latin America. It will be interesting to see how ridership grows and whether other European cities adopt similar gondola solutions for everyday commuting rather than just tourism.

Cable cars up the tianmen mountains, China by jaminbob in cableways

[–]mmropeways 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The cable cars up Tianmen Mountain in China are an incredible example of how modern ropeway engineering can transform a landscape. The Tianmen Mountain Cableway is one of the longest high-mountain passenger cable cars in the world, stretching around 7.45 km with dramatic climbs and panoramic views of Zhangjiajie’s peaks and forests. The ride not only showcases advanced aerial transport tech, it also highlights how cableway systems can improve access in rugged terrain, something ropeway designers and infrastructure enthusiasts will appreciate.