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The 300-meter bridge will be the first physical connection between the states. Promising to boost ecotourism and boost the local economy, the project is a milestone for the region.
Did you know that a new project in the heart of the Brazilian Pantanal could completely change the way Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul connect?
Although it may seem like just another common infrastructure, the project in question has the potential to unite two regions that are extremely rich in biodiversity and ecological tourism, generating an unprecedented economic and environmental impact.
The project in detail
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The work in question consists of a concrete bridge approximately 300 meters long, which will be built to connect the famous Transpantaneira Highway, in Mato Grosso, at highway MS-214, in Mato Grosso do Sul.
With an estimated investment of between R$50 and R$60 million, the initiative is the result of cooperation between the two states, which will share the costs equally.
According to the Director of Projects and Budgets at Agesul, Magno Mendes, the most viable route directly connects the end of the Transpantaneira to the MS-214, which will provide optimized and more practical access for tourists and residents of the region.
Tourism and environmental preservation: the project's focus
The location chosen for the bridge is not only strategic, but also an opportunity to boost eco-tourism.
The region is recognized worldwide as one of the best destinations for jaguar spotting., attracting tourists from Brazil and abroad.
In Porto Jofre, for example, guesthouses and tour operators offer unique experiences, such as boat trips that allow you to observe the local fauna in its natural habitat.
According to Eduardo Blanco, manager of Pousada Porto Jofre Pantanal, tourism in the region involves dozens of properties, including about 10 large boats, 60 speedboats and 200 pilots, which help keep the local economy active.
He points out that most visitors arrive via Cuiabá, traveling the 150 km of dirt road along the Transpantaneira.
A bridge to the future: integration and development
In addition to promoting tourism, the construction of the bridge should create an ecological corridor between the two wetlands, facilitating environmental preservation and travel between areas.
The Deputy Secretary of Road Works of Mato Grosso, Nivia CalzolariStresses that the Pantanal region is already rich in ecotourism and ecology, and that the connection will provide new horizons for sustainable economic development.
State governments have worked in a coordinated manner to ensure the success of the project.
While Mato Grosso will be responsible for preparing the technical project, Mato Grosso do Sul is already investing in the infrastructure needed to make access to the bridge possible, with 70,63% of MS-214 works already completed.
Impacts on mobility and the local economy
On the Mato Grosso do Sul side, the works in MS-214 already include the implementation and primary coating of about 60 km of road, allowing greater accessibility to the isolated area where the bridge will be built.
A highway connects to BR-163 to the Porto Jofre region, in Mato Grosso, and will play a crucial role in the flow of tourism and integration between the states.
Furthermore, the bridge should directly benefit local communities and small properties that depend on tourism to generate income.
With the infrastructure facilitating access, a significant increase in the number of visitors is expected., which will boost hotels, restaurants and other services in the region.
Challenges and strategic planning
The construction of the bridge requires special attention due to the sensitive environmental conditions of the Pantanal.
According to Seilog's Road Infrastructure Director, Rudi Fiorese, the project will be a milestone not only in connectivity between states, but also in the commitment to preserving the biome.
Furthermore, the partnership between Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul demonstrates an innovative and coordinated approach to addressing infrastructure challenges in remote and environmentally sensitive areas.
This vision of the future reinforces the role of the Pantanal as a world heritage site, uniting sustainable development and preservation.
What to expect from the future of the region
With the completion of the bridge and associated road works, the expectation is that the Pantanal will become even more accessible, consolidating itself as one of the main tourist destinations in Brazil.
Integration between states promises to improve not only mobility, but also local business and employment opportunities.
Now, the question remains: do you believe that ecological tourism in Brazil can be enhanced without harming the environment?
In order for the environment to be fully preserved, the ongoing contribution of multidisciplinary teams is necessary, from the prior design of this project to the subsequent maintenance of the entire complex once it is finished and fully operational. In short.
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