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Transnordestina, the monumental 1753 km, R$15,7 billion railway that will connect three states and revolutionize the economy of northeastern Brazil!

Written by Roberta Souza
Published 14/01/2025 às 16:17
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Learn about the ambitious railway project that aims to connect three states and drive the regional economy of the northeast

Transnordestina, considered the largest railway project underway in Brazil, aims to connect the states of Pernambuco, Piauí and Ceará with a 1.753 km railway in the northeast. The project, started in 2006, seeks to transform transport logistics and strengthen the regional economy, especially in the agricultural and mineral sectors. The completion date, which has already been postponed several times, is expected for 2029.

History of challenges and delays

From the beginning, Transnordestina faced several obstacles that resulted in shutdowns and significant budget increases. Originally estimated at R$ 4,5 billion, the work in the northeast has already exceeded R$ 15,7 billion, with completion scheduled for 2029. Currently, approximately 63% of the project is complete.

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Strategic importance for foreign trade

By connecting the product's northeastern regions to the ports of Suape (PE) and Pecém (CE), the railway will allow a significant expansion in cargo handling capacity. It is expected that, with the completion of Transnordestina, the volume of exported goods, such as grains, sugar and minerals, may even double, strengthening Brazilian competitiveness in the international market.

Railway construction and technology

The construction of the Transnordestina railway was divided into three phases, with cutting-edge engineering techniques being applied, such as the use of automated machines for rail positioning and welding aluminothermic to ensure the integrity of the joints. The work in the northeast faces geographical and climatic challenges, but technology and strategic project division are essential to overcome obstacles.

Transnordestina is often compared to other major railway projects, such as the Trans-Siberian Railway in Russia and the Mombasa-Nairobi Railway Corridor in Africa. These comparisons highlight the importance of the project not only for Brazil, but also as an example of regional integration and development.

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Claudio Monteverde
Claudio Monteverde
14/01/2025 22:27

****

George
George
In reply to  Claudio Monteverde
15/01/2025 00:29

Another southern ****, how much was spent on the interiors of the south and central west, get to know the Petrolina / Juazeiro region and stop talking nonsense.

Antonio
Antonio
15/01/2025 01:45

Let's be friends with the train.

Roberta Souza

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