27.06.12 - London put into action

Official opening of the 'Emirates Air-Line' (London Cable Car)

In London, the new 10-passenger gondola Emirates Air-Line is put into operation on June 28, 2012.

With this installation, London receives the first urban ropeway in Great Britain.

The gondola, which crosses the river Thames over a distance of 1,100 m, offers a capacity of 2,500 passengers per hour and direction.

It connects the Greenwich Peninsula and the Royal Victoria Docks and is well integrated into the public transport network.