harmonious    extendable    low cost    low risk    long life

 

Wellington geography presents both opportunities and challenges. A scintillating harbour/waterfront Hilly topography with steep and curvy roads Confined arterial roads Long narrow CBD with narrow streets A tunnel on route to the Airport Linearly dispersed destinations Variable population density In addition to peak hour congestion, traffic accidents can cause gridlock in the CBD, a blocked tunnel can cut off access to the Airport, and of course the motorway can become congested. Artists Impression - SkyCabs approaching Wellington Airport The Johnsonville rail line serves a relatively low population density. In essence it is a single line, travels through several old narrow tunnels and clings to the hill side. We see this line as greatly in need of an upgrade, but believe there are difficulties in extending the existing rail line north that makes any upgrade unlikely. Our preliminary studies show that Wellington would benefit greatly from a seamless, elevated line, built from the SkyCabs design, and running from Johnsonville to the Wellington CBD and on to Wellington Airport. We are presently undertaking more in-depth studies in preparation for presenting a proposal to address Wellington transport issues.

Innovative Transport History Wellington’s history in innovative transport runs from 1902 when the Kelburn Cable Car was built just one year after the world’s first monorail was built in 1901 in Wuppertal Germany. Both operate to this day with Wuppertal ranked as the 6th most popular German tourist attraction. (Tourist survey 2006). Wellington’s Cable Car operates continuously as passenger transport and as an important part of Wellington’s character and tourist attractions. Wellington's Cable Car Opened in 1902

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