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Cairngorm funicular: remediation works resume

Published: 07/01/2025

Remediation works on the Cairngorm funicular railway are resuming this week [w/b Mon 6 January 2025], with the aim of returning the train to service as soon as possible.

Crews working for Balfour Beatty had substantially completed an extensive programme to strengthen the 1.8km viaduct just before Christmas, focusing on the tension of joints, beams and diaphragms. However, inspections identified areas where further work is required.

Once these items have been addressed, a team of engineers from Swiss funicular specialist Garaventa will arrive at Cairngorm to carry out rigorous mechanical safety testing and trial operations.

Following this, the railway will be handed over to resort operator Cairngorm Mountain (Scotland) Ltd for staff training and final preparations before passengers are again welcomed on board.

While these actions are under way, Cairngorm Estate owner Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), which has overall responsibility for the funicular reinstatement programme, will continue to liaise with the Health and Safety Executive.

HIE aims to ensure the funicular can be returned safely to service as quickly as possible, and will provide a date for its reintroduction once this can be confirmed.

Cairngorm Mountain’s snowsports season opened on 21 December, with manufactured snow providing great conditions in the beginners’ zone.

Anyone planning a visit is advised to check the Cairngorm Mountain website – www.cairngormmountain.co.uk – for the latest weather and operational information.

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