Ski Scotland article in ‘The Telegraph’
In February 2024, Iain travelled to Perthshire in Scotland to ski on Ben Lawers, the same location where his mother learned to ski in the 1950s. His article on the trip has now been published by The Telegraph (if it’s behind a paywall, try opening it in a different browser). Iain explores the history of...
Chamonix article in Skier & Snowboarder Magazine
Iain’s article on the 100th anniversary of the first Winter Olympics in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is now available in print in the Autumn 2024 issue of Skierandsnowboarder magazine. Read it online at www.skierandsnowboarder.com or listen to the episode of The Ski Podcast about the anniversary here:
Grands Montets crane collapses in Chamonix
The €150 million Grands Montets cable car project in Chamonix hit a set back last week when a crane involved in the construction of the new lift collapsed. The crane, located on the Aiguille des Grands Montets, broke in two during a defrosting operation. As it fell, a piece of crane hit the cliff wall causing...
Exclusive: Is Vail Resorts about to buy Flims Laax in Switzerland?
The latest ski destination to be linked heavily with Vail Resorts is Flims Laax in Switzerland. After their acquisitions of Crans Montana and Andermatt Sedrun, it’s believed the company is keen to add further resorts to their portfolio of 42 ski areas across the world. Is Flims Laax next on the list for Vail Resorts?...
Chamonix article for Skier and Snowboarder Magazine
Iain travelled to Chamonix in February 2024 to report on the centenary of the first ever Winter Olympics, which took place there in 1924. His article has now been published online by Skier and Snowboarder Magazine. It will appear in print in their Autumn edition next month. Listen to Iain’s report from Chamonix here:
Exclusive: Tignes to split from Compagnie des Alpes
Tignes has decided to take back control of its ski area from Compagnie des Alpes. The local commune confirmed that the current contract with STGM – the subsidiary company that is 78% owned by Compagnie des Alpes – will expire on 31 May 2026. Lifts valued at €100 million At this point, a new company...