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Inauguration of the double track on Route 9

On October 24, the inauguration of the double route of Route 9 was carried out, in an important section in the Garzón town area, in the department of Maldonado. Our company works together with the East Road Group in the supply of asphalt of a project of great importance for tourism and transport connectivity in the east of the country.

With the presence of the Minister of Transportation José Luis Falero and high national and departmental authorities of Maldonado and Rocha, we proceeded to cut the tape and the opening to the traffic of this stretch of 17 kilometers, which covers from the bridge over the Garzón stream to The junction of Route 9 with the Garzón Sainz Martínez road.

Our director Claudio Kröger was present, accompanying a new work delivery and demonstrating our company's commitment to the country's road development.

For bitafal it is a source of pride to be part of the renewal of the road infrastructure, providing sustainable asphalt and quality asphalt emulsions, which ensure excellent durability of the works and provide the greatest security to motorists.

WITH THE SUPPORT OF BITAFAL, URUGUAYAN ENGINEERS STAND OUT IN THE CILA

WITH THE SUPPORT OF BITAFAL, URUGUAYAN ENGINEERS STAND OUT IN THE CILA

The twenty-second edition of the Ibero-Latin American Asphalt Congress was held with great success in Granada, Spain.

An important Uruguayan delegation, made up of engineers from the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works, representatives of the BITAFAL company and other construction companies in Uruguay, met at the largest event of the Ibero-American road industry, having an outstanding participation in the plenary session of the event, with the presentation of research works of high academic level.

The Technical Director of BITAFAL and CILA Delegate in Uruguay, Santiago Kröger, highlighted the quality of the presentations of the Uruguayan technicians, indicating that “we are proud that a delegation of young engineers from our country interact at the level of technicians from the developed world. "This makes us believe that the path that the public sector is taking together with the private company will be reflected in quality public road work that is sustainable and for the benefit of all Uruguayans."

The joint effort of MTOP and BITAFAL allowed 12 engineers from the Ministry to be present at this important event. Throughout the week, they presented their technical works, which in many cases arise from the application of innovative techniques and materials in public works in our country. The initiative had a great impact on the organization of this edition, which is why BITAFAL received recognition for the effort made during the special Congress awards ceremony.

As for the most notable topics discussed, they were innovations in digitalization, use of artificial intelligence and road connectivity, so much so that the Founders Award went to a work on the matter. Uruguay is not far away and presented technological solutions for monitoring road construction and the general condition of routes and highways, through the development of specific applications with these functionalities.

Sustainability remains the most important topic of the Congress with a multitude of technical works on recycling, use of tire dust, warm mixtures and all their combinations as well as environmental statements and calculations on the reduction of the carbon footprint.

Other notable topics are advances in new testing methodologies on asphalt mixtures, the use of waste from other industries, balanced mixture design and self-repair of pavements.

The next edition of CILA will be in Paraguay in November 2025 and an excellent Uruguayan presence is once again predicted, both in quantity and technical quality of its members.

PROTAGONISTS OF THE COUNTRY'S ROAD DEVELOPMENT: NEW PARQUE DEL PLATA INTERCHANGE

PROTAGONISTS OF THE COUNTRY'S ROAD DEVELOPMENT: NEW PARQUE DEL PLATA INTERCHANGE

One of the most anticipated road works before the start of the season was inaugurated on time.

The access interchange to Parque del Plata, located at kilometer 51 of the Interspa Route, was inaugurated on December 22, providing greater agility and security for those who visit that spa and for the thousands of motorists who travel to and from the East of the Uruguayan coast.

It is a fundamental work within the framework of the M/43 maintenance contract in charge of the Interbalnearia Oeste Consortium and it was a great challenge for the Molinsur company, which carried out the work in record time and to which we thank the trust in the supply of asphalt products. BITAFAL for carrying it out.

The grade-separated interchange, erected on Avenida Argentina, covers an area of ​​800 meters and is a testament to careful engineering and planning. One of the highlights is the construction of a 97.80 meter long bridge with a clearance of 4.70 meters, in addition to the implementation of a drainage system that includes the installation of 1,400 meters of pipes. The road surface was made with BITAFLEX AM2 modified asphalt provided by BITAFAL, ensuring a long useful life for the infrastructure.
The improvements are not limited only to the road structure, since complementary works have been carried out to guarantee the comfort and safety of pedestrians. The paving of the service roads and the construction of a new pedestrian path are an integral part of this project.

INAUGURATION OF ROUTE 15

INAUGURATION OF ROUTE 15

The initial works of PPP 2 by the Grupo Vial Oriental Consortium were completed, which included the renovation of 60 kilometers of Route 15

The Uruguayan government, headed by President Luis Lacalle Pou, the Minister of Transportation and Public Works, José Luis Falero, the Undersecretary of the MTOP, Juan José Olaizola, and the Mayor of Rocha, Alejo Umpiérrez, inaugurated road reconditioning projects in the department de Rocha, with a total investment of 65 million dollars carried out by the companies Hernández and González, together with Traxpalco.

The recent inauguration of the renovated section of Route 15, known as the “route of the 99 curves”, covered 60 kilometers from Rocha to the junction with Route 13. The significant improvement involved the replacement of the original bituminous treatment with a binder solution asphalt with modified asphalt type AM3 provided by BITAFAL in addition to a planialtimetric readjustment, widening, surcharge and stabilized with portland, ensuring greater durability. The work also included the construction of a culvert over the Casimiro stream and new bridges in Las Conchas, Arroyo India Muerta and Sarandí de la Paloma.

The Minister of Transportation and Public Works, José Luis Falero, highlighted the decentralization and investment close to 400 million dollars that Rocha will experience in this five-year period. He announced the upcoming inauguration of the section of route 15 from Rocha to Lascano in the first half of next year and the transformation of route 13 to zero ballast. At the same event, a new passenger transport line from the Rutas del Sol company was enabled, which will connect routes 19 and 15 with the capital, promising greater communication and integration for Rocha and neighboring departments.

Fuente: https://www.gub.uy/ministerio-transporte-obras-publicas/comunicacion/noticias/inauguracion-tramo-ruta-15-avance-clave-para-conectividad-rocha

SPECIAL MENTION TO BITAFAL BY FORMER MTOP MINISTER LUCIO CÁCERES

SPECIAL MENTION TO BITAFAL BY FORMER MTOP MINISTER LUCIO CÁCERES

Bitafal was present at the commemoration of Latu and the National Road Directorate for 30 years of collaboration to improve the quality of road works.

On December 6, in the Auditorium of the Latu Technology Park and the National Road Directorate of the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works, they celebrated the continuous collaboration in improving the quality control of the materials used in road works.

Present at the event were the Minister of Transportation and Public Works, José Luis Falero, the President of Latu, Ruperto Long and the national director of roads, Hernán Ciganda. Bitafal managers were able to exchange their experience and contribution in the country's road industry.

In this context, the former Minister of Transportation and Public Works, Lucio Cáceres, sent some words in which he highlighted the leading role of the company in the development of road constructions. “The deregulation of the Ancap asphalt monopoly, the Latu laboratory, and the development of the Bitafal company, were three fundamental axes to put the country in the road situation,” he said.

Bitafal is a key player in the quality of the products used in road construction and thus accompanies the growth and development of the country. By participating in this event, it reaffirms its commitment to continue working together to incorporate the best quality standards in its products and materials.

TRAINING CYCLE ON ASPHALT EMULSIONS

TRAINING CYCLE ON ASPHALT EMULSIONS

BITAFAL begins with a new training cycle in the use of asphalt emulsions and high-performance surface treatments.
On September 15, the second training day was held for technical and operational personnel of the MTOP Regionals and construction companies.
On this occasion we were accompanied by regional directors, district managers, assistants, engineers, operators, crew managers, and truck drivers from Regionals 2, 4 and 10.

The training was led by Claudio, Ignacio and Santiago Kröger, and took place in the company's offices with the objective of providing precise information about the products, usefulness, uses and benefits of these to MTOP officials, who are in direct contact with that type of materials.

The meeting had a theoretical and a practical part, as well as a space for the exchange of information and concerns. This initiative is part of a training plan that Bitafal promotes and is aimed at decision makers and actors who are direct and indirect users of the different inputs produced by the company.
It is an action to approach customers that is part of a broader strategy to disseminate advantages and benefits to publicize the work carried out by the company in production, innovation, research and development.
Note on the “Rocha al Día” portal date: 09/25/23 Link
MORE THAN 1000 KM OF RURAL ROADS WILL BE PAVED

MORE THAN 1000 KM OF RURAL ROADS WILL BE PAVED

The Productive Rural Roads program will allow paving, in two phases, about 1,200 kilometers throughout the country, until 2028
In this first period, 500 kilometers will be paved and the construction of about 25 bridges is also contemplated. Likewise, Uruguay signed the renewal of the loan with the IDB, to begin the second stage of the program in 2024.

After an investment of more than 46,000,000 pesos, authorities from the Office of Planning and Budget (OPP) and the Florida Mayor's Office enabled the paving of almost 11,000 meters of old route No. 58, in the northern area of ​​the aforementioned department. The first stage of the Productive Rural Roads program will end in 2023; It is planned to pave about 500 kilometers throughout the country, through funds provided by OPP.

The inauguration of the works, held on the afternoon of Thursday, July 20, was attended by those responsible for the Interior Development Fund (FDI) and Caminaría Rural programs, from the Planning and Budget Office (OPP), Antonio Barrios and Federico Magnone, respectively, and the mayor of Florida, Guillermo López.

For the paving project of almost 11 kilometers in length of the old route No. 58, 46,600,000 pesos were invested, of which the OPP contributed 32,600,000, through the Productive Rural Roads program, and the mayor of Florida, about 14,000,000.

The improvements included paving the road with double bituminous treatment, recycling with Portland cement, construction of culverts, and vertical and horizontal signage. The work, carried out in eight months, was financed by the aforementioned agency, through funds from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), for the change in the standard of rural roads, and will benefit about 2,000 people in the area.

López, meanwhile, expressed that these works respond to a decades-old demand and allow connecting route No. 5 with the central area of ​​the department. He added that the OPP makes it possible for resources to reach, in works, rural areas.

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INTELLIGENT TRAFFIC SYSTEMS CENTER (CSIT)

INTELLIGENT TRAFFIC SYSTEMS CENTER (CSIT)

The Center will make it possible to manage and monitor the traffic control equipment of the national road network.
The purpose of launching this center is to optimize traffic management through the use of new technologies, as well as to promote the safety of all road infrastructure users.
The service will work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, monitoring the road network and collecting information, which will serve as input for the Traffic Engineering Area to make decisions in real time. In this way, it is intended to minimize vehicle congestion on national routes.

This Center monitors:

-The traffic lights installed in the national road network.

-Variable messaging billboards that inform in real time travel times, cuts, and any other traffic interruption and have a fundamental role in traffic regulation, offering circulation alternatives.

-Speed ​​management equipment.

-Cameras.

-Traffic counting equipment.

The CSIT is located in the MTOP headquarters building and has state-of-the-art equipment. The speed violation validation area will also work there, which will be in charge of analyzing images and videos of possible violations.

In addition, 100 new devices were installed to control speed on national routes and urban journeys, promoting good driving practices.
There are 100 active teams that will alternate in 112 points throughout the country, which means that some boxes will not contain devices. These state-of-the-art instruments will register traffic violations but will not set a fine until next month, with prior notice. All of them are duly signposted, indicating the maximum speed allowed, in accordance with current regulations.

In the event of doubts and queries, users may call 0800 1139, or enter the infraction consultation system with their registration number and register, which will soon be available on the MTOP website.

This is part of the 2020-2025 National Road Safety Plan, which includes the analysis, design and execution of a road works plan: 110 new intersection solutions, including 10 interchanges, 100 roundabouts and turning basins, an increase of one 50% lighting, 71.5 km of third tracks, 642 km of new routes, zero ballast, 250 interventions on bridges, 28 rest areas for trucks. In addition, it includes information and awareness campaigns.

Within this framework, this year 450 million dollars will be invested in works with an important component in road safety. The head of Transportation, days ago stated that the growth of the automotive fleet must be accompanied by new infrastructure works. "Traffic is changing and we have to change the strategy," he said, and in that sense, he indicated that investment in public works - which is record in this period - will allow progress in infrastructure, paving, the network and road safety .

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STRONG EXECUTION OF WORKS THROUGHOUT THE NATIONAL TERRITORY

STRONG EXECUTION OF WORKS THROUGHOUT THE NATIONAL TERRITORY

In 2022, the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works invested 821 million dollars in road works
At a press conference, the Minister was satisfied with his entire team and expressed that 91 percent of the execution of works that had been planned for 2022 was completed, “a very ambitious objective,” referring to the investment of 905 million dollars.
“We want to leave the Ministry better, more planned, more organized and with a projection of quality works,” Falero stressed.
INAUGURATION ROUTE 6

INAUGURATION ROUTE 6

This is the section between Sauce and route 11 of the Circuito Vial 6 PPP contract, which includes the rehabilitation of 78 kilometers of route 6

On June 22, the Minister of Transportation and Public Works, José Luis Falero, together with Undersecretary Juan José Olaizola, inaugurated the works on the section of Route 6 between the Sauce bypass and Route 11.
This work is being carried out with the innovative technology of recycled pavement with foamed asphalt both in the plant and on site and then with a surface layer with modified asphalt type PG 70-28 that the Cuchilla Grande consortium entrusted to Bitafal as supplier.
The improvements made to the section imply an improvement in the existing infrastructure, including junctions, bridges, new pavement, signage, lighting and drainage. Interventions were carried out on five bridges, widening and reinforcing their structures to improve their performance.
In addition, two closed access roundabouts to Sauce were built on the south and center sides, replacing the existing roundabouts and improving the pavement, signage, and lighting. These improvements in the junctions have contributed significantly to road safety in the area. Minister Falero highlighted the importance of these works in the quality of the infrastructure as well as the estimated durability, since companies must be responsible for maintenance for more than 20 years. The investment in this section was approximately 1,700,000 dollars.
The Mayor of Sauce, Rubens Ottonello, the National Director of Roads, Hernán Ciganda, and other national, departmental and local authorities were present at the inauguration event.
We thank the CVC company and the Cuchilla Grande consortium for the trust they have given us in the supply of asphalt products for said work.

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