Bioceanic Corridor bridge nears final link between Paraguay and Brazil

The Bioceanic Corridor bridge has reached one of the most important stages of its construction. The project is now just 13.60 meters away from physically connecting the cities of Carmelo Peralta, in Paraguay, and Puerto Murtinho, in Brazil, a milestone that could be reached as early as June 26.

The approaching milestone has raised expectations in both countries, as it will mark the final connection between the sections built from each side of the Paraguay River and bring one of the region’s most important integration projects in recent decades closer to completion.

Decisive stage

To reach that point, a key technical operation is being carried out this week: the repositioning of the form travelers used to build the bridge’s main structure.

Once this stage is completed, only the central closure segment will remain. This final concrete section will permanently connect the two sides of the bridge.

According to the June 2026 progress report, the project was 86% complete at the end of April. In May, execution was expected to reach between 87% and 88%.

Concrete work on the side spans in Paraguay and Brazil has already been completed, including the final segments of those sections. Work is now focused on the central span, where preparations are under way for the installation of the component that will complete the link between the two countries.

Toward a historic milestone

As the central closure approaches, complementary works are also continuing, including the construction of upper slabs and the installation of support elements included in the original design.

Work is also advancing on the road access points. On the Brazilian side, structures for future protective barriers are being installed, while access roads are undergoing embankment works, right-of-way clearing, fencing and infrastructure adjustments.

The bridge is expected to become a key piece of infrastructure for physical integration between Paraguay and Brazil. Once opened, it will strengthen logistics connectivity along the Bioceanic Corridor, facilitating the movement of people and goods and creating new opportunities for trade and regional economic development.

Financed with resources from Itaipu Binacional on the Paraguayan side and built by the PYBRA Binational Consortium, the new crossing is nearing one of the most significant milestones in its construction. If the schedule is met, the structures built from both countries will meet at the center of the Paraguay River on June 26, marking the start of the final stretch of a project set to redefine the connection between the two nations.

Source: MPOC Paraguay

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