A major player in the ski lift and cable transport industry, Poma is one of France's leading companies.
The history of Poma dates back to 1936, when Jean Pomagalski, a French engineer, founded the company in Grenoble, France.
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In its early days, the company concentrated mainly on manufacturing ski equipment and ski lifts for ski resorts and ski areas in the French Alps.
The origins of the Aiguille du Midi cable car
Over the years, Poma has developed expertise in cable transport technologies and has become a world leader in this field.
The company has pioneered the design of innovative transport systems, including detachable chairlifts and detachable cable cars, which offer greater efficiency and capacity than traditional systems.
One of Poma's most emblematic achievements was the construction of the Aiguille du Midi cable car in the French Alps in 1955.
This cable car takes visitors up to an altitude of 3,842 metres, offering spectacular views of Mont Blanc. This achievement has contributed to Poma's worldwide reputation in the mountain transport sector.
In 2000, Poma was acquired by the Swiss group Doppelmayr/Garaventa, one of the world's leading manufacturers of ski lifts.
Poma, a company that respects the environment
Over the decades and thanks to this acquisition, Poma has expanded its business internationally and has been involved in numerous cable car, funicular and urban ropeway projects around the world.
The company has also continued to innovate, developing environmentally-friendly technologies and improving passenger safety and comfort.
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Today, Poma is part of the French group MND (Montagne et Neige Développement) and continues to be a major player in the ropeway industry, providing mobility solutions in mountain regions, ski resorts and urban areas.
The company plays an important role in promoting sustainability and preserving the environment in its cable transport projects.
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