Estudo de caso sobre a nova pista da rodovia dos Imigrantes e seus impactos na mobilidade rodoviária, no desenvolvimento logístico do porto de Santos e no turismo regional

Abstract

Civil engineering plays a fundamental role in the planning and implementation of large-scale road infrastructure projects, promoting improvements in mobility and transportation. This study aims to conduct a case study on the proposed new lane for the Imigrantes Highway, an important connection between the capital of São Paulo and the coastal region of Santos, where the main port complex in Brazil is located. The highway was originally designed to support the Anchieta–Imigrantes System (SAI) and to reduce the overload on Anchieta Highway, a traditional route used for freight transport destined for export. However, operational and geometric limitations have led to restrictions on heavy vehicle traffic on this road, highlighting the need for engineering solutions aimed at increasing capacity. For the development of this study, different sources of information were analyzed, including scientific articles, institutional publications, specialized reports, and technical materials, in addition to participation in a lecture related to the topic. The expansion proposal aims to improve cargo flow and also contribute to the growth of tourism in the region, since the route has strategic importance for access to the beaches of the São Paulo coast and to the country’s main cruise port. Finally, it is evident that the proposal has a sustainable approach and will strengthen Brazil’s economic development.