Major Public Infrastructure Advances Marked by New Terminal and Brazil-Paraguay Bridge Inaugurations
Brazil marks two key infrastructure milestones with the inauguration of a modernized bus terminal in Senador Canedo and a new international bridge connecting Brazil and Paraguay, enhancing regional connectivity and public transportation.
- • Renovated Senador Canedo terminal inaugurated with R$ 9.5 million investment, serving 15,000 daily users.
- • Terminal integrated with BRT Leste-Oeste corridor and includes modern, sustainable features like solar power and facial recognition security.
- • Federal Police secured the inauguration of the new international bridge linking Brazil and Paraguay in Foz do Iguaçu.
- • Specialized police units coordinated to provide risk prevention and incident response for the bridge opening.
- • Projects highlight Brazil's focus on improving regional connectivity and public transportation systems.
Key details
Two significant infrastructure projects were inaugurated on December 19, 2025, reinforcing Brazil's commitment to regional connectivity and public transportation improvements.
In Senador Canedo, the newly renovated Osvaldo Augustinho Cardoso Terminal was officially opened by Governor Ronaldo Caiado and Vice Governor Daniel Vilela. The R$ 9.5 million renovation significantly enhanced the comfort and safety of over 15,000 daily users. As the first terminal inaugurated outside the capital city of Goiânia, it represents a key milestone in Goiás's public transport development. Integrated into the BRT Leste-Oeste corridor, the terminal features modern infrastructure including new accessibility improvements, upgraded electrical and hydraulic systems, driver and staff facilities, 100% LED lighting, a solar power plant, and advanced security measures such as facial recognition video monitoring. Governor Caiado highlighted the collaborative efforts with local governments and businesses since the beginning of his administration to tackle transport challenges, while Vice Governor Vilela described the project as revolutionary for the metropolitan transport system.
Meanwhile, in Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná, the Federal Police ensured security during the inauguration of a new international bridge crossing the Paraná River, connecting Brazil with Paraguay. Director-General Andrei Rodrigues attended the ceremony as multiple specialized police units including the Maritime Police Special Nucleus, Rapid Intervention Group, Bomb and Explosives Group, and the Central K9 Unit executed comprehensive security protocols. These measures focused on risk prevention and rapid incident response, ensuring a secure event in the sensitive border region. The bridge is expected to bolster bilateral integration and facilitate cross-border transport and commerce.
Together, these inaugurations underscore Brazil’s strategic infrastructure investments aimed at improving connectivity, public safety, and regional integration through modernized public transport and strengthened international links.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
