Salt Lake City | Transit and Airport Developments

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Report: Salt Lake City International Airport emerges as the best airport in the nation

AirHelp’s annual AirHelp Score report ranked over 200 airports around the world based on a variety of metrics

By Caitlin Keith for the Deseret News - Full Article @ https://www.deseret.com/utah/2025/08/15/slc-ranked-as-best-airport-in-the-us/ - AirHelp's annual report ranked Salt Lake City International Airport as eighth best in the world and the best in the U.S. This report used millions of flight records, government statistics and over 13,500 airport reviews to rank over 200 airports. The second best airport in the U.S. was the Los Angeles International Airport, followed by the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Thanks to its punctuality and shiny new terminal, the Salt Lake City International Airport scored the top spot in the country in AirHelp’s 2025 report of the world’s best airports, and is among the best in the world.

AirHelp, an online flight compensation service, annually releases its AirHelp Score identifying the world’s best airports, and the recent 2025 report ranked over 200 airports around the world.

The Salt Lake City International Airport was ranked as the best airport in the U.S., taking eighth place globally with a high score of 8.29 out of 10...

...The report’s rankings were based on millions of flight records, government statistics and over 13,500 airport reviews that focused on airport staff, cleanliness and wait times from 58 countries.

On-time performance of each airport carried the most weight, making up 60% of the score. Customer opinions on service, and the availability of food and shopping options, each made up 20% of the score...

https://townlift.com/2024/05/slc-airport...-dollars-to-double-in-economic-benefits/

Top 10 airports in the world

Here’s a list of the top 10 airports in the world, according to AirHelp:


1. Cape Town International Airport — Cape Town, South Africa

2. Hamad International Airport — Doha, Qatar

3. King Khalid International Airport — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

4. Brasília–Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport — Brasilia, Brazil

5. Muscat International Airport — Muscat, Oman

6. Tocumen International Airport — Panama City, Panama

7. King Shaka International Airport — Durban, South Africa

8. Salt Lake City International Airport — Salt Lake City, Utah

9. Bergen Flesland Airport — Bergen, Norway

10. King Fahd International Airport — Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Travel + Leisure:

This Scenic Airport Was Just Named No. 1 in the U.S. for Its Punctual Flights, Traveler Experience, and Design -

https://www.travelandleisure.com/salt-lake-city-utah-best-airport-analysis-11787741

For the past 10 years, AirHelp, an online flight compensation service, has released its annual AirHelp Score to identify the world’s best airports. In its 2025 report, which ranked more than 200 airports worldwide, one place in the Beehive State came out on top.

Serving Utah's capital, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) was named the best airport in the U.S., and it ranked eighth place globally with an impressive score of 8.29 out of 10.

Salt Lake City International Airport’s strong performance can be attributed not only to its punctual flights—84 percent of which arrive on time—but also to recent infrastructure upgrades and a traveler-focused design. The airport’s new terminal, known as The New SLC, has been opening in phases since 2020 and is scheduled for completion in 2026.

Designed by architecture firm Hok, the $5 billion project replaces the outdated mid-20th-century terminals with a massive 909,000-square-foot central hub and two modern concourses, A and B. Currently offering 45 gates, The New SLC is set to more than double its capacity to 94. The terminal is bright and spacious, with 50-foot glass walls that flood the space with natural light and offer sweeping views of the Wasatch Mountains.

MEN'S JOURNAL

https://www.mensjournal.com/news/new-survey-names-no-1-airport-in-united-states

New Survey Names No. 1 Airport in United States - The hub also ranked eighth in the entire world...

SLC Airport is growing. In 2024, Salt Lake City International Airport set a new record with 28,364,610 passengers served, up more than five percent from 2023.

Beginning in 2020, the airport began rolling out an expanded and modernized terminal, known as "The New SLC." The $5 billion project has been opened in phases and will be completed in 2026.

In addition to a new 909,000-square-foot hub and two concourses, the renovations also include expanding Salt Lake City's gate capacity from 45 to 94, more than doubling its flight capabilities...

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Originally Posted by Paniolo Man

UTA has increased the order for new Light Rail Vehicles to 40 to completely replace the fleet of SD100 and SD160 units.

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Aubergine Kitchen coming to Salt Lake City International

Originally Posted by MountainSkyline

I"ll be on this project for the next while.

If you haven't already tried their food, it's amazing!

https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/food/2025/01/16/aubergine-kitchen-opening-two-new/

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Originally Posted by downtownslcresident

I couldn’t find any official announcement, but all of the new amenities at the airport opening this month are officially scheduled to open on the 28th.

This includes the 2nd delta sky club, the centurion lounge, 10 more gates, and 6 new restaurants.

I saw mention and press releases citing October, but not the e official date. But can confirm now it is October 28th.

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Originally Posted by Reeder113

The Salt Lake Airport has opened up 10 new gates and 6 new concessions in Concourse B. The final 11 gates of the concourse will open in one year. At that point, both the A and B concourses will be complete.

- Two new restaurants: Aubergine Kitchen and Moab Brewery.

- Four new shops: Art of Aesthetics, Good Earth Markets, Utah National Parks, and Hudson.

- And two new lounges: Delta Sky Club and AMEX Centurion Lounge.

October 28, 2025

Photos By Reeder113

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City West - Inland Port Update - Stadler Rail of Switzerland Expanding U.S. Headquarters in Salt Lake City

https://www.stadlerrail.com/en/about-us/locations/stadler_us_inc/26/
In keeping with Stadler’s growing market share and global expansion, in June 2015, Stadler received an order from the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (FWTA) for 8 new FLIRT model diesel-electric low-floor multiple-unit vehicles for their new TEXRail line. The fact that federal funds were being used for the order made it subject to the Buy America Act, and Stadler quickly found a former Union Pacific plant in Salt Lake City, Utah that was for lease by the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) and was also well suited to the requirements of the TEXRail order. Concurrently, plans also began to build a permanent 230,000 ft2, $50 million state-of-the-art facility on a 62-acre property, just five minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport...

May 15, 2019 opening ceremonies for Stadler Manufacturing's new U.S. Headquarters

Contd...This impressive momentum continued with an order from Caltrain for the construction of 16 bi-level electric multiple unit trains in August 2016, and an additional order by the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority of three diesel-electric low floor multiple unit FLIRTS for the Arrow passenger rail service, also known as the Redlands Passenger Rail Project, quickly followed. Prior to these contracts, Stadler began doing business in the US with sales to the New Jersey Transit Authority (NJTA) for the River line in 2002, Capital Metro Transportation Authority (CMTA) in Austin, Texas in 2005, and Denton Country Transportation Authority (DCTA) in 2009. 2014 brought even more success with the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District Authority (eBART) in San Francisco, California purchasing eight GTW model diesel-electric articulated multiple units.

Additional Facility Photos - http://www.sandersarch.com/stadler-us.html

December 30, 2023

"Construction of a new canteen building to include general and private dining areas, kitchen, food serving, storage, and restrooms" Stadler will eventually expand production space from 300K SQFT to 900K SQFT under the terms of a 9.6 million dollar deal with the state.

Photos By Paniolo Man



October 28, 2024

"With the latest expansion, Stadler will be adding another 220,000 square feet of manufacturing space and providing up to 500 additional jobs in Salt Lake City. The event was linked with the ceremonial signing for the Utah Transit Authority's $129 million contract to add 20 Stadler railcars to its Salt Lake City/County TRAX fleet."

Groundbreaking held for latest expansion

https://aptapassengertransport.com/apta-...0will,railcars%20to%20its%20TRAX%20fleet. - American Public Transportation Assoc. President...Calling it a great day, not just for Stadler and UTA, but also for the local community and the U.S. economy, Skoutelas noted that he attended the grand opening of the current facility in May 2019, “so I’m seeing the birth of the next generation of infrastructure and new workers.”

Since the 2019 groundbreaking, Skoutelas said, “Stadler has become a vital partner to our rail systems, producing bi-level electric trains for Caltrans; diesel-electric FLIRTS for the San Bernardino County rail lines; and GTW diesel-electric, articulated cars for San Francisco’s BART system.”

APTA President Skoutelas said the new Stadler facility is “far more than a facility for manufacturing rail units; it is an investment in meeting zero-emission standards; in expanding access to opportunities for those without mobility options; in advancing greater safety and security for riders and residents; and in supporting Main Street businesses, American jobs, and the national economy.”

December 8, 2024

Originally Posted by Paniolo Man

Lots of dirt moving for the Stadler Factory expansion.

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Central Metro East - The Snow Park Village & Transit Hub Project - Park City's Deer Valley Resort

Deer Valley secures permit to begin Snow Park Village project

KPCW | By Parker Malatesta - Full Article @ https://skyscraperpage.com/forum/newreply.php?do=newreply&p=10383796

Deer Valley can now begin constructing the first phase of a new base village in Snow Park, after the Park City Planning Commission unanimously approved a permit for the project.
The ski resort plans to move parking underground to make way for a new base development with 120 hotel rooms, 100 condos, 30,000 square feet of commercial space, an event center and potentially a new ski club.

Under the permit approved, the resort can build a three-level garage with up to 1,971 spaces. Only 1,360 spaces can be used by day skiers. The remaining parking must be for other visitors, like hotel guests and shoppers. With on-street parking, Deer Valley says it can park around 1,700 vehicles today during peak conditions...

https://www.kpcw.org/park-city/2024-06-0...renderings-of-proposed-snow-park-village


Snowbrains.com - https://snowbrains.com/3d-rendering-of-new-snow-park-village-at-deer-valley-resort-ut-revealed/

...The permit also gives Deer Valley the green light to construct an underground transit center and make road, utility and pedestrian improvements in Snow Park. The resort plans to install a new traffic signal, roundabout and shared lane around the Snow Park loop for public transit and emergency vehicles...

...Deer Valley intends to break ground on the project in May. Parking will be reduced during construction. During the summer of 2025 and the 2025-2026 ski season, about 700 spots will be available. The ongoing construction also means no summer concerts in 2026 or 2027. Parking capacity will be at its lowest, with only 400 spots, a 75% reduction compared to peak conditions today, during summer 2026 and the 2026-2027 ski season. The full project is expected to take five years to complete...Ofcourse, allowing plenty of time in preparation for the upcoming 2034 Olympics...

(Deer Valley Resort) - A graphic of the future traffic flow in Snow Park.

https://www.kpcw.org/park-city/2025-02-2...ermit-to-begin-snow-park-village-project

At an open house Deer Valley provided more details about what a fully built-out Snow Park base will look like.

...Under Deer Valley’s plan, parking and the existing road near the base drop-off will be moved underground, to allow space for development.

Jeff Kovel with Skylab Architecture, which is helping Deer Valley on the project, said they’re aiming to make the village a vibrant area.

“We’ve been really working hard to figure out how do you do a project that’s that large, but have it feel really small, have it feel intimate,” Kovel said. “Really looking to kind of the scale of European villages in terms of how those places feel like they’re pedestrian scale, the automobile usually isn’t really present. There’s a great kind of discovery that takes place as you walk through the village.”...

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Central Metro East - Canyons Village Parking Garage Project - Park City

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Existing surface parking in Canyons Village would be consolidated into the new garage, which would offer more than 1,800 parking spots, a four-lane drop-off area, and electric vehicle chargers. All parking stalls would be covered.

A website for the project states the garage provides an opportunity for paid parking. Park City Mountain has instituted paid daily parking in Mountain Village, but not in Canyons Village.

The new garage would be at the corner of Canyons Resort Drive and Lower Village Road, similar to the existing Cabriolet lot.

The project would be completed in three phases. The first would be the garage. The following stages would include an upgraded transit center, a public gathering space, and potential commercial development...

...A link to register and more information about the project, including renderings, can be found here.

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/266926c9021d437b9493107543c00cf4

March 12, 2025

Canyons Village Cabriolet free parking reduced by 50% next week as garage construction begins


The first phase of fencing will reduce Cabriolet lot parking by 50%. A second phase from April 1–20 will further reduce capacity, with the lot closing entirely from April 21 to December 2025 for construction.

Laura M. - Mar 12, 2025 - For The Town Lift - https://townlift.com/2025/03/canyons-vil...next-week-as-garage-construction-begins/

PARK CITY, Utah – Construction begins next week on a new parking structure in the Park City Mountain Canyons Village Cabriolet lot...

...With fewer available spots this season, resort officials are urging guests to use public transit, park-and-ride lots, or carpooling to help reduce congestion. Once complete the garage and congruous surface parking will provide approximately the same number of spaces currently available at all Canyons Village surface level parking with 1840 spaces...

...The new garage will be used to consolidate parking for the entire Canyons Village area, meaning that the upper lots, closer to the base area will eventually be redeveloped as those parking spaces are relocated to the new Parking Structure in the Cabriolet lot. The project aims to improve long-term traffic flow and connectivity. The plans include a public transportation, pick up/drop off zone, and a pedestrian plaza.

https://townlift.com/2025/03/canyons-vil...next-week-as-garage-construction-begins/

October 2025

An aerial view of construction progress on the Canyons Village parking garage in October 2025. Photo: Jack Loosmann/Park City Mountain

https://www.kpcw.org/ski-resorts/2025-12-03/canyons-village-parking-garage-coming-mid-december




December 17, 2025

Park City Mountain opens bottom levels of new Canyons Village garage, parking is free

KPCW | Connor Thomas Reporting @ https://www.kpcw.org/ski-resorts/2025-12...w-canyons-village-garage-parking-is-free

Skiers and riders can now park on the first two floors of the Canyons Village garage. The final three floors will be completed next year. Parking is free this season in the garage and the rest of the Cabriolet lot.

A car enters the parking garage at the base of Canyons Village Dec. 17, 2025.

Photo By Connor Thomas/KPCW https://www.kpcw.org/ski-resorts/2025-12...w-canyons-village-garage-parking-is-free


Photo By Connor Thomas/KPCW - The garage project includes a redesigned and realigned "base office" at the Cabriolet.

Photo By Connor Thomas/KPCW https://www.kpcw.org/ski-resorts/2025-12...w-canyons-village-garage-parking-is-free

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Rundown, TechLink Project

Originally Posted by Atlas

I'm really hoping we see some movement on *TechLink soon. New trains for the Blue Line are in the works already and FrontRunner 2x (Double Tracking) will really improve that service.

https://www.enr.com/articles/60257-utah-...-for-salt-lake-city-light-rail-expansion

*AI Overview:

In Salt Lake City, TechLink primarily refers to the TechLink TRAX Study, a major transit planning initiative led by the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) in partnership with the city and the University of Utah.

Key Objectives
The study aims to improve east-west and regional connectivity by linking two of the city's rapidly growing innovation hubs: Research Park (at the University of Utah) and the Granary District (downtown).


Proposed Transit Improvements
New Orange Line: A proposed light rail line that would provide a direct connection between [Salt Lake City International Airport and the University of Utah](www.sltrib.com what-new-trax-line-salt/), including service to Research Park.

Red Line Realignment: Adjusting the current Red Line to run through the Granary District and connect to the Ballpark Station.

Operational Updates: Also, modifications to the Blue and Green lines to enhance overall system reliability and capacity.


Timeline and Funding
Current Status: The study concluded in late 2024 with final recommendations now available for public review.

Anticipated Service: Officials project that some improvements, such as the Orange Line, could be operational by 2030 or 2034, potentially accelerated by Salt Lake City's bid for the 2034 Winter Olympics.

Funding: Initial planning was funded by a federal RAISE grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Alternative Route 3 chosen as the preferred route for the new Orange Line.

https://www.enr.com/articles/60257-utah-...-for-salt-lake-city-light-rail-expansion

https://www.enr.com/articles/60257-utah-...-for-salt-lake-city-light-rail-expansion - The Utah Transit Authority recently selected a preferred alternative for its plan to build a fourth line for its Salt Lake Valley TRAX light rail system. UTA estimates it will cost $400 million to build.

The proposed Orange Line would run between Salt Lake City International Airport and the University of Utah’s Research Park, adding service capacity, eight new stations and 2.8 miles of track to the system.

UTA selected this route at the conclusion of its TechLink TRAX Study, which looked at several options including one that would have required construction of an elevated track section. Officials found the preferred route would have the lowest capital costs, and its estimated $17-million increase in annual operations and maintenance costs is also the lowest of the considered options. It would also reduce travel time compared to other routes and have reduced environmental impacts by sharing some stretches of track with other TRAX lines.
The favored route would include 2.8 miles of new track. Map courtesy Utah Transit Authority

The proposed route would follow existing tracks near the airport, as well as the existing Red Line alignment on the street 400 South. But the Orange Line would take a new route through parts of downtown Salt Lake City to serve three new stations, and split off from the Red Line at its eastern end to serve two new stations and end at Research Park.

As part of the project, UTA would also extend the Red Line further west on part of the new alignment planned for the Orange Line. It would then split off south, serving another three new stations before meeting the Green and Blue lines at Ballpark Station.

TRAX served more than 13.5 million riders in 2024, according to UTA. It marked a 26.5% increase from 2023.

With the study complete, UTA plans to next begin the environmental review, which it expects to last up to two years. The agency anticipates breaking ground in 2029 for service to start by 2032.

UTA typically funds capital projects with state and federal money, and a spokesperson for the agency says they will explore all available funding avenues. NOTE: Upcoming 2034 Olympics could have a major added effect on the timeframes and federally subsidized funding.




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How Delta’s new direct flight to Seoul is opening doors for Utah businesses

https://www.utahbusiness.com/industry/20...0545&mc_cid=dc81b359be&mc_eid=7c4c6f8c2a

https://www.utahbusiness.com/industry/20...0545&mc_cid=dc81b359be&mc_eid=7c4c6f8c2a

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UDOT scheduled to begin Legacy Parkway expansion project from Farmington to I-215

https://kutv.com/news/local/udot-schedul...pansion-project-from-farmington-to-i-215

FARMINGTON, Utah (KUTV) — The Utah Department of Transportation was scheduled to begin an expansion project on Legacy Parkway through Davis County as soon as next week.

Once completed, the project will add a third lane in both directions along the entire highway, from Farmington to I-215. The new lanes are expected to be added in the middle of the existing northbound and southbound lanes.

Construction is anticipated to begin as early as Monday, March 23, and expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

Project will add a lane at the center in each direction

https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/12/27/legacy-parkway-construction-new/

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Southern Metro - Provo International Airport Expansion Project - Provo

Provo Airport Director Brian Torgersen recently provided an update on the major airport expansion, stating that Phase Two, which includes additional ticket counters and baggage handling, is under construction with foundations set to be completed March 2026. The next step, Phase Three, will add four new gates and begin construction after Phase Two is finished. The expansion aims to increase the airport's capacity to ten gates by 2028, double its size, and include international customs facilities.

https://airport.provo.gov/217/Airport-Master-Plan

Expansion progress

Phase Two: Currently under construction, this phase will add the ticket counters and baggage-handling system.
Phase Two foundation completion: The foundation work for Phase Two is expected to be completed in March 2026.
Phase Three: This phase will add four gates and begin shortly after Phase Two's foundation is complete.
Overall goal: The project will increase the airport's capacity to ten gates by 2028, double its size, and build an international customs area.

February 26, 2026






https://www.facebook.com/groups/347088804991564/posts/433977342969376/


Non-Stop Flights to/from Provo Airport



Single-Stop Flights to/From Provo Airport

https://www.utahvalley.com/provo-airport/

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UDOT begins construction on $621M 2100 North freeway project in Lehi

https://kutv.com/news/local/udot-begins-...onnecting-i-15-to-mountain-view-corridor

The Utah Department of Transportation calls the freeway the "first east-west expressway corridor in Utah County."

Once completed, the freeway will consist of six lanes, 14 traffic bridges, and two pedestrian bridges across a 2.8 mile stretch. Officials anticipate drivers will save about 12 minutes during their commute during peak travel times.

https://kutv.com/news/local/udot-begins-...onnecting-i-15-to-mountain-view-corridor

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Northern Metro - BRT Plans - Ogden - COMPLETED

Northern Metro - Weber County

By Tim Vandernack for the Standard Examiner - https://www.standard.net/news/local/2022...so-envision-redevelopment-in-four-areas/

OGDEN — The bus rapid transit system project in Ogden doesn’t just call for a new high-speed corridor to make public transportation quicker between some of the key points in the city.

Another big element focuses on spurring redevelopment of the neighborhoods surrounding four planned BRT stops — at the FrontRunner station near Union Station, 25th Street and Monroe Boulevard, 32nd Street and Harrison Boulevard and around the Weber State and McKay-Dee Hospital campuses.

Photos By Tim VandernackA new stop for the Ogden bus rapid transit system takes shape at the corner of 25th Street and Monroe Boulevard. redevelopment efforts.
It's one of four stop areas along the BRT route that are being targeted for development.[/COLOR][/B]

Broadly, the aim is to bolster housing and create a pool of potential riders for the Utah Transit Authority system, thereby reducing dependency on cars, easing road congestion along the Wasatch Front, and reducing air pollution. That could mean change in the neighborhoods around the four stops — more housing, higher-density housing like apartments and townhomes, and more businesses...

...The plans fall within a scheme dubbed transit-oriented development, or TOD, by the transit authority, the motor behind the BRT plans. Transit-oriented development “will be critical to support the BRT and will aid in providing additional/various housing units across a spectrum of affordability,” Brandon Cooper, director of Ogden’s Community and Economic Development Department...

...The 5.3-mile, $130 million BRT system — using high-speed buses will connect the FrontRunner station, McKay-Dee Hospital, and Weber State University, largely along 25th Street east of Washington Boulevard and Harrison Boulevard south of 25th Street. 25th Street east of Washington Boulevard and Harrison Boulevard between 32nd and 36th streets are heavy construction zones as work proceeds to turn the sections into corridors that can accommodate the high-speed buses...

...Cooper said development plans around the four targeted BRT stops would be “neighborhood specific.” Planning and policy formulation “is a good first step” in the process, he said, and city redevelopment officials sometimes get involved in such schemes by acquiring land earmarked for growth or providing development incentives.

However, the private sector would likely be a driver of action.

“Most redevelopment scenarios benefit existing landowners and businesses. They are usually in control of the land and the decision whether or not to build or sell,” Cooper said.

According to the Ogden Onboard plan, the most intense redevelopment will occur around the Union Station area. There, big change is envisioned, including development of a portion of the rail yards west of the station area.

Historic Union Station

...“In general, downtown presents the greatest opportunity for high-density, mixed-use development. Residential development should be mid-rise multifamily — at a density greater than 50 dwelling units per acre — and include some active ground floor use(s),” reads the plan...

...Broadly, Swain envisions creation of “vibrant centers that make life along the Wasatch Front possible without a car,” he said.

Whatever the case, it will require a multipronged approach. “A variety of tactics will be necessary to catalyze the desired vision, possibly including, but not limited to, zoning amendments, tax-increment districts, parking reductions, collaboration with the development community,” he said.

Historic 25th Street

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https://www.ogdencity.gov/2519/OGX-Bus-Rapid-Transit-Public-Artwork-Pro

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Central Metro East Update - Sunrise Gondola Project - Canyons Village, Park City - COMPLETED

New For 2026

Toria Barnhart Reporting for the Park Record @ https://www.parkrecord.com/news/sunrise-...medium=email&utm_campaign=record-roundup

Sunrise Gondola receives the OK from Snyderville Basin Planning Commission with overwhelming community support.
Around 80 letters of support totaling 152 pages were submitted with no opposition received

...Park City Mountain and Canyons Village has recently sealed a development agreement to construct a cutting-edge 10-person gondola. The agreement, signed by the board of trustees of the Canyons Village Management Association (CVMA), marks an important step towards enhancing the mountain experience for visitors.

Dubbed the Sunrise Gondola, this state-of-the-art addition will replace the existing Sunrise lift near the Pendry Hotel. Offering unparalleled convenience, the Sunrise Gondola will transport skiers and riders to the Red Pine Lodge, an ascent of over 1,000 vertical feet situated near the Saddleback and High Meadow lifts.

The Sunrise Gondola will serve as the third access point from the Canyons base, joining the ranks of the Red Pine Gondola and the Orange Bubble Express. This development is in response to the long wait times experienced on peak days at Canyons due to limited mountain access options.

With an estimated cost of $27 million, the ambitious project will see the CVMA contribute slightly over $9 million, with Vail Resorts generously covering the remaining funds. Both parties have expressed their enthusiasm for this collaboration and envision the future gondola as a transformative enhancement that will elevate Canyons Village to a world-class destination.

In a joint statement, Park City Mountain and CVMA representatives conveyed their satisfaction in moving forward with this significant investment. They emphasized the positive impact the Sunrise Gondola will have on the Canyons Village experience. They underscored their commitment to partnering to reimagine the resort as a premier global destination.

According to the terms of the agreement, the Sunrise Gondola must be completed within three years of receiving all necessary approvals, including those from the Snyderville Basin Planning Commission. This timeframe ensures a streamlined approach to the project’s execution and paves the way for an efficient realization of the gondola’s construction.

The introduction of the Sunrise Gondola promises a remarkable transformation for Canyons Village. As visitors eagerly await its completion, this new addition will provide improved mountain access and contribute to the resort’s ongoing evolution into an unparalleled destination. Stay tuned for further updates on this exciting project as it progresses toward its grand unveiling.

The Snyderville Basin Planning Commission on Tuesday night unanimously approved a low-impact permit for the Sunrise Gondola. The project will replace the existing Sunrise chair lift with a 10-person gondola. Park Record file photo by David Jackson




The Sunrise Gondola would follow the ridgeline instead, and the cabins wouldn't be suspended as high in the air as they are elsewhere.

https://www.kpcw.org/summit-county/2023-...unrise-gondola-poised-for-recommendation

Rendering By Park City Mountain - Rendering obtained by https://www.kpcw.org/summit-county/2023-...unrise-gondola-poised-for-recommendation


Park City Mountain proposes pulling the Sunrise Gondola farther into Pendry Plaza, making it level with nearby shops and restaurants.

Rendering By Park City Mountain - Rendering obtained by https://www.kpcw.org/summit-county/2023-...unrise-gondola-poised-for-recommendation

June 15, 2024

Park City Mountain is excited to announce its collaboration with CVMA on this transformative project to enhance guest experiences. The project involves replacing the current Sunrise chairlift with a new 10-person gondola to facilitate better circulation and accessibility from Canyons Village to the Red Pine area...

https://www.enjoyparkcity.com/blog/groundbreaking-for-sunrise-gondola-at-canyons-village.html

August, 2024

Posted by Quinn Eichner on August 30th, 2024 - New gondola will bring enhanced ski access to the base of Canyons Village and improve already great skiing for surrounding property owners and guests.

Major improvements to ski access to and from the Canyons Village base area at Park City Mountain are underway, with the construction of the 10 person Sunrise Gondola. Scheduled for opening in winter of 2025 / 2026, the gondola should shorten lines from the existing gondola and other access points to the mountain.

The Sunrise Gondola will also enhance already great ski in, ski out access to the Pendry Residences, Lift Condominiums, Hyatt Centric, Sundial Lodge and other buildings surrounding the terminal at the base...

https://www.parkcitypropertyguide.com/blog/

October, 2024

Marina Knight, October 29, 2024 - PARK CITY, Utah – Park City Mountain Resort will debut the new Sunrise Gondola in time for the 2025-26 ski season. Construction of the gondola began in June of 2024. The 6,500-foot-long gondola will run from Canyons Village to a terminal located near the Red Pine Lodge, with cabins designed to accommodate up to ten people comfortably.

The new lift addresses wind-related issues that have frequently affected the Red Pine Gondola and Orange Bubble Express. To combat windholds, the Sunrise Gondola will follow a lower, terrain-hugging alignment with heavier cabins for increased stability, and the lift line will be positioned to the north to provide more natural wind protection...

Photo: Park City Mountain Resort



July 2025

Full Article @ https://www.parkrecord.com/2025/07/03/su...r-intricate-installation-of-lift-towers/

A helicopter from Timberline Helicopters flies a tower piece into the ground crew, who are ready to bolt it into place. Credit: Michael Ritucci/Park Record

The helicopter lowers the tower towards the crew, dust flying and wind roaring, and the team works with the air crew to adjust its position until it falls into place. The crew rushes to fasten the bolts in place before the helicopter releases the structure and flies away. Credit: Michael Ritucci/Park Record

https://www.parkrecord.com/2025/07/03/su...r-intricate-installation-of-lift-towers/



November 7, 2025


https://townlift.com/2025/11/pendry-park...an-elevated-opening-weekend-celebration/



December 2025


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2026

Taking A Ride On The New Sunrise Gondola

Park City Mountain traditionally operates summer lift services—such as the nearby Red Pine Gondola—from mid-June through Labor Day, typically operating Thursday through Sunday.

Following @ https://liftblog.com/sunrise-gondola-park-city-ut/









https://liftblog.com/sunrise-gondola-park-city-ut/

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Central Metro East - The Skyway Gondola Project - Under Construction - Canyons Village, Park City

Construction of the new Canyons Village Skyway gondola at Park City Mountain began this spring in March 2026, replacing the open-air Cabriolet lift to enhance guest arrival. The project includes a 10-person cabin, enclosed gondola system with a mid-station for village access, and is planned to be completed for the 2026-2027 season alongside the new parking garage.

Key Aspects of the Canyons Village Skyway Construction:

- Replacement: The new gondola replaces the Cabriolet lift to improve the connection from the parking area to Canyons Village.

- Timeline: Construction started March 30, 2026, following the end of the winter season, with plans for completion by the 2026-2027 ski season.

- Features: The gondola will feature 10-person cabins, panoramic floor-to-ceiling views, and a mid-station for improved access to village lodging and amenities.

- Infrastructure: Construction includes a fully expanded, multi-level parking garage (remaining three levels to be completed) at the base of the village.

- Goal: The project aims to improve, modernize, and create a more efficient, weatherproof arrival experience compared to the former open-air Cabriolet.

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