Glória Funicular Disaster
Defective, uncertified counterweight cable from Carris caused crash.
Cable disconnected, disabling counterweight system and causing brake failure.
Authorities suspended all Lisbon funiculars until braking systems are verified.
Full investigation will take 11 months, with incomplete preliminary report.
Maintenance records showed outdated or non-existent standards.
Lisbon state body did not manage Glória line, contributing to oversight.
2 weeks ago