Otis Brazil Completes Elevator Modernization at Christ the Redeemer; Begins Installing New Escalators, Inclined Elevators to Improve Accessibility to Monument

Otis Brazil, part of Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS ), has completed comprehensive technical upgrades to the three elevators that connect visitors who access Alto Corcovado through the Corcovado Train to see Christ the Redeemer, a monument located in the Tijuca National Park, in Rio de Janeiro. Otis installed the original elevators and escalators at Christ the Redeemer in 2003, and has maintained them ever since. Now, Otis is undertaking a comprehensive modernization of both systems to enhance performance, durability and accessibility for visitors. Otis will also install four new escalators and two inclined elevators at the iconic site, further enhancing accessibility to the world-renowned monument. The execution of this improvement project is commissioned by the concessionaire Trem do Corcovado, based on a revitalization plan established by the Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation (ICMBio), which manages the National Park. "We are proud to safely move millions of passengers every year to Christ the Redeemer, supporting their journey to one of the world's most iconic landmarks. This next phase reflects our focus on advancing the performance of existing systems and introducing new solutions — enhancing reliability and expanding access to ensure every visitor can experience Alto Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer with greater confidence and ease," said Álvaro Netto, Managing Director of Otis Brazil. "Our ongoing maintenance and attention to detail, familiarity with the equipment and customer responsiveness ensure these systems perform well over time, minimizing future disruptions an...