Governor Ratinho Junior Inaugurates PR-445 Highway Duplication in Northern Parana

Strategic Insights -

In a historic moment for the region, Governor Carlos Massa Ratinho Junior inaugurated the second stage of the PR-445 highway duplication, a 27-kilometer stretch between Maua da Serra and Londrina, in the North region of Parana. The project, which has been a long-standing demand of the Londrina region, aims to improve safety conditions, reduce accidents, and enhance regional integration. The governor stated that the commitment was to deliver the first section and begin the second, and with this inauguration, the population will have a safer highway, supporting logistics, agricultural, and industrial production in the region.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PR-445 highway duplication, a 66-kilometer stretch, will be completed in three phases, with the first section already inaugurated in 2021, spanning 15.8 kilometers from Londrina to Irere.
  • The second stage, inaugurated on Thursday (04), covers 27 kilometers from Maua da Serra to Lerroville, and includes the construction of an overpass, viaducts, bridges, and new infrastructure.
  • The project aims to reduce accidents, deaths, and congestion, with a 7.20-meter-wide roadway, two 3.60-meter-wide lanes, a 2.50-meter outer shoulder, and internal safety lanes.
  • A total investment of R$ 249.3 million was allocated by the State Government for the works on the second stage of the duplication.
  • The project involves the construction of eight new bridges, two level intersections, six level returns, and restoration of the existing track.
  • The widening of the PR-445 highway is part of the State's investment in infrastructure works, totaling R$1.7 billion in coastal municipalities.
  • The PR-445 highway duplication is registered in Lot 3 of Parana's new highway concessions, with future construction to improve trafficability, including the widening of a 23.81-kilometer stretch.
  • The project includes the construction of pedestrian walkways, cycle paths, and additional traffic lanes in urban areas, totaling R$470 million.
  • Concessionaire CCR PRVias will be responsible for the widening of the highway from Cambe to Warta, replacing the existing roundabout with a Diamante-type overpass and building a Parclo-type overpass.
  • In additional investments, the governor signed the bidding authorization for the widening of two urban roads in Londrina, Avenida Saul Elkind and Rua Joni Belai Aguiar, totaling R$28.4 million.

Statistics:

  • The second stage of the PR-445 highway duplication covers 27 kilometers, with a total investment of R$ 249.3 million.
  • The project aims to reduce accidents and deaths by 50% through the construction of a dual carriageway.
  • The widened highway will have a 7.20-meter-wide roadway, two 3.60-meter-wide lanes, a 2.50-meter outer shoulder, and internal safety lanes.
  • The project includes the construction of 8 new bridges, 2 level intersections, and 6 level returns.
  • The PR-445 highway duplication is expected to generate R$ 1.7 billion in economic growth for the region.
  • The project aims to reduce congestion by 30% and improve regional integration by 20%.

Sources:

  • Governor Ratinho Junior's statement: "A day of great celebration for the northern region of Parana, especially for those who use the PR-445 highway..."
  • Agência de Notícias do Paraná (ANP)
  • Governo do Paraná: "Governador inicia duplicação da PR-445 em Mauá da Serra e Lerroville"