Technology Accelerates Construction of Berth 98

Adapted to English from an article originally published on the Belov Group website.

The construction work for the newest ship berth at the Port of Itaqui, São Luís – MA, Berth 98, brings an optimized engineering solution considering the structural design characteristics and the local natural conditions (tides, currents, waves, and winds). The methodology for executing the foundations uses the "cantitravel," which allows for advancement over the sea without the use of floating equipment, providing greater construction safety and better control over the schedule.

Thanks to this methodology, the work fronts are free from the interference of the strong currents and large tidal ranges present at the site. The "cantitravel" equipment is a very robust metallic spatial structure that moves on rail-beams, with two 200-ton cranes operating simultaneously on it. These cranes drive and concrete the piles ahead, thus allowing for successive advancements of the structure along the length of the pier to be built. A solution that brings constancy, rhythm, and human and environmental safety to the project.

About Berth 98

The project, led by the Belov Group, is being carried out by the SPE (Special Purpose Entity) formed by Belov Obras Portuárias, Edeconsil, and EXE Engenharia. Upon completion, it will feature modern infrastructure, rails for ship loaders, fire fighting systems, water and electric power supply, infrastructure for ship bunkering (fueling), rainwater drainage system, sanitary effluent treatment, restrooms, and a guardhouse, in addition to lightning protection systems (SPDA) and surveillance cameras (CCTV).