Belgrano Sur Line Rehab: ADIF’s Buenos Aires Rail Upgrade

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“ADIF is revitalizing the Buenos Aires rail network! The Belgrano Sur line’s $13.5 million upgrade, finishing December 2024, enhances efficiency and safety.

Belgrano Sur Line Rehab: ADIF’s Buenos Aires Rail Upgrade
May 31, 2017 10:54 am
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Introduction

In Buenos Aires, Argentina, Trenes Argentinos Infraestructura (ADIF) is undertaking the rehabilitation of the Belgrano Sur rail line, a project scheduled for completion in December 2024. This initiative, with a budget of $13.5 million USD, aims to enhance the rail network’s infrastructure.

Project Overview

The Belgrano Sur line rehabilitation focuses on the section between Buenos Aires and Marinos del Crucero General Belgrano stations. The project scope includes the renewal of 11.4 kilometers of track, replacing the existing rails with new ones, and the installation of 13 sets of switches. The project commenced in February 2024, and is slated to be finished by December 2024. It involves the participation of 115 workers.

Infrastructure Improvements

The rehabilitation includes the replacement of 21,800 sleepers and the laying of 18,700 cubic meters of ballast. Additionally, the project encompasses the installation of 41 new turnouts. These improvements are designed to significantly improve the operational efficiency and safety of the Buenos Aires rail network.

Financial and Operational Details

The total investment for the Belgrano Sur line rehabilitation is $13.5 million USD. The project is expected to benefit approximately 15,000 daily users of the Belgrano Sur line. The work is being carried out by the company Herso S.A.

Impact and Benefits

The upgrade aims to reduce travel times and increase the reliability of the Belgrano Sur line. This project forms part of a broader initiative to modernize and improve the overall rail infrastructure in the Buenos Aires area. This initiative also includes improvements to the existing signaling system to increase safety.

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Conclusion

The Belgrano Sur line rehabilitation project, managed by ADIF, is scheduled for completion in December 2024, with a budget of $13.5 million USD. The project focuses on track renewal, switch installations, and infrastructure upgrades, impacting the efficiency and safety of the Buenos Aires rail network.

Company Summary

Trenes Argentinos Infraestructura (ADIF): ADIF is responsible for the rehabilitation of the Belgrano Sur rail line.

Herso S.A.: Herso S.A. is the company carrying out the rehabilitation work on the Belgrano Sur line.