Um trem turístico entre as capitais do Nordeste?
BRASÍLIA – O Governo Federal pediu à Infra S.A estudos sobre a viabilidade de uma rede de trens de passageiros para ligar capitais de diversos Estados do Nordeste, com o objetivo de impulsionar o turismo na região. O projeto foi encomendado pelo Ministério dos Transportes e os trabalhos da estatal de estudos de engenharia e […] The post Um trem turístico entre as capitais do Nordeste? appeared…
Federal Government requests studies on feasibility of passenger train network connecting Northeastern states' capitals to boost tourism. Initiative commissioned by Ministry of Transport, starting with João Pessoa to Recife line, considered shortest. Jorge Bastos, Infra S.A. president, says viability study could lead to federal bidding.
Further lines planned between Recife-Maceió, Maceió-Aracaju, Salvador connection. Focus on speed and competitiveness, not simply speed over buses. Project in preliminary stage, no capital projections yet, first study expected to take about a year. Infra S.A. will utilize existing structures, prioritizing passenger transport, cargo use also planned.
Current lack of efficient connection between Northeastern capitals emphasized as crucial. Brazil receives little tourism compared to rest of world, so studying these links. Infra S.A., founded in 2022 through merger of EPL, Valec, now third largest infrastructure developer globally. Challenge is turning these projects into reality.
Ministry of Transport aims to resume infrastructure investments by year-end, with first new project tenders expected by December. Current rail network covers about 30,000 km, less than in 1958 peak of 37,000 km.
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