The Government of São Paulo and the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Ports and Airports (MPor), formalized on Wednesday (12) the agreement that enables the construction of the Santos–Guarujá immersed tunnel. As a result, the public notice with the project documents will be published on February 27. The auction is scheduled to take place on August 1.
With an estimated investment of R$ 6 billion, this will be the first submerged tunnel in Brazil, providing greater safety and faster travel between Santos and Guarujá. The project is part of the São Paulo State Partnership Program (PPI-SP).
“This is a project that has been awaited for decades by the people of the Baixada Santista. The immersed tunnel will reduce ferry lines, improve urban mobility, and ensure logistical efficiency for the Port of Santos, strengthening the region’s economy,” said Governor Tarcísio de Freitas.
“We are bringing to life a project that has been expected for nearly a century by the local population. In addition to being essential for improving urban mobility and quality of life for people traveling across the Baixada Santista, the tunnel will help streamline cargo flow from the Port of Santos by separating port and urban traffic. Furthermore, it will enhance port infrastructure and contribute to job creation and income generation across the country,” added the Minister of Ports and Airports, Silvio Costa Filho.
The entire structure will be 1.5 km long, with 870 meters submerged. It will include three lanes in each direction, one of which will be reserved for a light rail system (VLT). The tunnel will also have access for pedestrians and cyclists.
The Santos–Guarujá immersed tunnel is a partnership between the Government of São Paulo and the Ministry of Ports and Airports, with the participation of the São Paulo State Transport Regulatory Agency (Artesp), the National Waterway Transport Agency (Antaq), and the Santos Port Authority (APS).
