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A milestone in the state's road infrastructure: an ambitious R$7,7 BILLION plan that promises to transform the country's mobility and economy, benefiting all road users
The Government of Goiás announced a revolutionary plan that promises to modernize more than 2 thousand kilometers de state highways. The auction, scheduled for the day February 7, 2025, seeks to attract private investment to improve road infrastructure, essential for the transportation of agricultural cargo and regional traffic.
Investment details and project scope with new road infrastructure
With an estimated investment of $ 7,7 billion along 30 years, the concession program covers six lots of highways that serve 17 municipalities, directly impacting the economy and mobility in the region. The highways, currently under state management, will undergo structural improvements, ensuring safety and fluidity in traffic, according to terrabrasilnotícias.
Which highways will be under concession?
The plan includes six main sections, totaling 2.104 km of highways located in strategic areas for agricultural production and transportation of goods. Check out the main sections included in the program:
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- Juara to Tapurah (237 km) – MT 338/160/242/220.
- New Field of Parecis to New Mutum (418 km) – MT 010/160/253/249/480.
- Cuiabá to Rosario West (161 km) – MT 010/246/401/402.
- Paranatinga the Canarana (308 km) – MT 020/100/129/240/202/326.
- Campo Verde to Sinop (634 km) – MT 020/140/225/244/251.
- Brasnorte to Castanheira (344 km) – MT 170/220/320.
These highways will receive significant investments to ensure adequate traffic conditions.
The innovation of the electronic toll system
One of the great innovations of this project is the introduction of the system Free flow, a model of electronic toll which eliminates the need for physical toll booths. Sensors installed along highways will identify vehicles and automatically charge the fare, reducing queues and congestion. Estimated fares range from R$10,74 e R$13,37 per section, calculated based on the distance traveled.
Benefits expected from the concession
The concession of the highways will bring significant changes to the state, both in terms of road infrastructure and the economy. The main benefits include:
1 º Improving road quality: constant maintenance with improvements in paving, signage and safety.
2 º Reduction of accidents: roads in good condition contribute to reducing accidents and deaths in traffic.
3 º Greater agility in cargo transportation: modernized roads make the flow of agricultural production more efficient, reducing logistical costs.
4 º Job creation: creation of direct and indirect vacancies during the construction and operation phase.
5 º More efficient use of public resources: with the management of highways transferred to the private sector, the government will be able to direct resources to priority areas, such as health and education.
Government and population expectations regarding the new roads
The governor Mauro Mendes emphasized that the concession program is vital to modernize the road infrastructure of Mato Grosso, the largest agricultural producer in the country. The goal is to provide quality highways and strengthen the state economy. The Secretary of Infrastructure, Marcelo de Oliveira, also highlighted that the auction should attract companies specialized in road management, ensuring that improvements are implemented quickly.
Timeline and next steps
Official announcement of the notice: already published on the official government website.
Auction at B3, in São Paulo: marked for February 7, 2025.
Start of highway improvements: scheduled for the second half of 2025, immediately after the conclusion of the contractual procedures.
Interested companies must submit detailed proposals, and the winners will take over the operation of the highways for the established concession period.
The granting of more than 2 thousand kilometers The construction of highways in Mato Grosso represents a significant milestone for the state, balancing economic growth and mobility. With robust investments and the introduction of modern technologies, the program promises to benefit both users and the regional economy.
Stay tuned for updates on the auction and road improvements that will soon be part of the routine of drivers in Mato Grosso!
There is already a project that has already been approved by the Chamber of Deputies and that now goes to the Senate, which if approved and sanctioned without vetoes by the President of the Republic, removes the punishment for points on the CHN record of the driver who does not pay the toll at the highway gantries in the free flow system.