Mayan Train at 50% in their environmental mitigation strategy

In the traditional press conference at the National Palace, it was announced that the connection between Cancun Airport and the Mayan Train at 50% in their environmental mitigation strategy continues to advance at a favorable rate.

Progress in environmental preservation measures related to the connection of the Cancun Airport and the Mayan Train has reached 50%, as confirmed by the Minister of Infrastructure, Communications and Transportation (MICT), Jorge Nuño Lara.

The holistic scheme for the development of projects in Cancun, Quintana Roo, which includes the integration of these two important infrastructures, is advancing with an environmental study, in addition to the choice of transportation infrastructure under review.

During the press conference at the National Palace, the senior government official emphasized that development actions in Cancun give priority to environmental conservation, therefore incorporating mitigation initiatives.

Cancun Airport and the Mayan Train at 50% in their environmental mitigation strategy

The aim is to compensate any environmental impact resulting from these infrastructure works: for every 20 hectares affected, 353 hectares are allocated in the regional system for the integral management of vegetation, fauna, waste and establishment of nurseries.

“The mitigation initiatives seek to improve the quality of the wetlands in the lagoon system,” he said.

The four projects that make up this great scheme will be free of charge, benefiting 1.3 million residents of the municipalities of Benito Juárez, Solidaridad, Puerto Morelos and Isla Mujeres, as well as more than 20 million tourists who visit this area without the need of additional costs.

Both workers and visitors will be able to use these routes to travel from the metropolitan area to the airport and the hotel area.

The Minister also made reference to the Nichupté Vehicular Bridge, which will have an investment of 7,056 million pesos and will extend for 8.8 kilometers.

Currently, with 16% progress, this project will connect with the Colosio entrance, and work is underway on the foundation of the crossing. “We have already started with the lake part and this bridge will be finished in March next year.”

Luis Donaldo Colosio Boulevard is being rehabilitated with hydraulic concrete, an investment of 1,115 million pesos in a stretch of 13.3 kilometers.

It still remains to join the Colosio intersection to the “Ceviche” roundabout, with a progress of 58% and a completion date scheduled for the end of August of this year, two months before the initially estimated date.

The head of the MICT stated that a similar process is being carried out with the modernization of the Airport Distributor, with an investment of 365 million pesos, and it will also be completed by the end of August 2023.

“We have finished the structure and at the beginning of June we will start demolishing the old bridge.” This project is 48% advanced, with the construction of the entrance and exit roads already underway.

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Cancun Airport and the Mayan Train at 50% in their environmental mitigation strategy

The construction of Chac Mool Avenue, with an investment of 272 million pesos and a length of 4.2 kilometers, has progress of 7%. This new road will connect Colosio Boulevard with Guayacán, allowing a fast and efficient link between these two road arteries.

The total amount to be invested in these projects amounts to 8,807 million pesos. All of these efforts represent a significant investment in Cancun’s infrastructure, but with a clear focus on mitigating environmental impact.

The balance between development and sustainability is essential in these projects, which demonstrates the government’s commitment to the environment and the quality of life of residents and visitors.

These infrastructure projects promise to improve mobility in the region, with particular emphasis on the connection between the Cancun Airport and the Mayan Train station.

This advance represents an important milestone for Cancun and Quintana Roo, by facilitating access to the airport and the hotel zone, benefiting both the local population and tourists.

In addition, these road infrastructure improvements should also reduce travel times and make commuting more efficient for everyone.

This will not only benefit tourists visiting Cancun, but also the growing local population of Quintana Roo, who will benefit from improvements in transportation infrastructure.

The progress of these works in Cancun and Quintana Roo represents a great step towards the future, with a vision focused on sustainable development and the preservation of the environment.

With an investment of 8,807 million pesos in road infrastructure, the region is well positioned for sustainable growth that benefits local inhabitants and the millions of tourists who visit the region each year.