Presidente Petro entregó este sábado la variante Ciénaga- Barranquilla A new 8.3-kilometer bypass between Ciénaga and Barranquilla has opened, featuring a dual carriageway, railway bridge, and a 1.5-kilometer viaduct. The investment exceeded $410 billion, created over 1,200 jobs, and is expected to cut travel times by over 30 minutes, significantly easing congestion. The project also included environmental restoration efforts and community development initiatives.

• New 8.3 km bypass includes dual carriageway, 500m+ railway bridge, returns, roundabouts, and a 1.5 km viaduct.
• Investment surpasses $410 billion, creating over 1,200 jobs and benefiting 1.8 million+ residents.
• Travel times reduced by over 30 minutes, alleviating congestion towards Ciénaga.
• Restored 20 hectares of tropical dry forest and nearly 18 hectares of mangrove.
• Delivered sports courts, productive projects for fishermen, and beautification activities.
• Minister of Transport highlighted the project as a model for Caribbean advancement.
• President Petro noted the new route’s relocation inland due to climate change impact on the old road.
• Other Magdalena infrastructure projects include viaducts, road segments, port access, and community paths. https://nicaragua-hub.syndichain.com/articles/318622db-54f9-41af-8a6b-4f9284b03d7c https://www.eluniversal.com.co/regional/2025/12/06/presidente-petro-entrego-este-sabado-la-variante-cienaga-barranquilla/