Brazil has R$280 billion available for the transport sector inGrowth Acceleration Program (PAC), with R$ 185.8 billion to be invested in highways, covering public works, studies, concessions, and the maintenance of Brazil's road network. Of this amount, R$ 73 billion will come from public resources and R$ 112.8 billion from private investments. A total of 113 new projects and 167 works are planned for the expansion and improvement of the roads.
In the railway sector, essential for rebalancing the transportation matrix and strengthening the country's competitiveness, investments amount to R$ 94.2 billion — with R$ 6 billion in public funds and R$ 88.2 billion in private contributions. With these resources, the demand for technologies that can optimize these projects becomes crucial. This is where digital transformation, led by Worldsensing, stands out.
The transformation of Brazilian infrastructure is underway, and IoT (Internet of Things) is positioned as a key piece for this revolution. Worldsensing, a leading global company in IoT solutions for monitoring and managing critical infrastructure, brings advanced technologies to Brazil aimed at increasing safety, efficiency, and sustainability of large infrastructure projects, including metro-rail systems and hydroelectric plants.
Ferrovias: crescimento econômico sobre trilhos
The focus of logistical development in Brazil has shifted to the railways. The expansion of the North-South Railway, for example, is one of the strategic projects aimed at integrating industrial centers with agricultural hubs and reducing transportation costs, as well as increasing logistical efficiency. The estimate is that the expansion will create more than 1 million jobs by 2026.
Here, Worldsensing comes into play with infrastructure sensing solutions. With IoT technology, it is possible to monitor tracks in real time, anticipate failures, and prevent accidents, which maintains the flow of goods and reduces the risk of disruptions.
Hydroelectric plants: clean and sustainable energy
Brazil, with nearly 60% of its electricity coming from hydropower plants, faces challenges with the aging of these infrastructures and the efficient management of water resources. Plants like Belo Monte can benefit from IoT, which allows for monitoring water flow and structural safety. This contributes to sustainability by optimizing resources and reducing operational costs.
According to theWorld BankEvery dollar invested in the modernization of critical infrastructure, such as hydroelectric plants and railways, can generate an economic return of four dollars. This positive impact on the economy comes not only from increased energy and logistics efficiency but also from the reduction of environmental damage and improvements in the quality of services provided to the population.
Technology, sustainability and growth
The use of IoT in Brazilian infrastructures represents a significant advancement in terms of sustainability and competitiveness.In addition to creating jobs, reducing costs, and improving transportation and energy efficiency, these solutions have a direct impact on people's daily lives.
