Panama Real Estate Blog

As one knows, or should know at least, the infrastructure of a development, also known as reticulation, is of vital importance to the success and development of any project, albeit large or small. The Panama Pacifico project is no exception and here follows the some notes on their attempts in creating a truly international and world class development.

The fact that the Panama Pacifico had an advantage prior to commencement of the project, due to the existing infrastructure supplied by the ex US Air Force base, places the project in a perfect position to expand upon and improve any technicalities that may need attention. Expansion to this infrastructure will be vital to cater of the enormity of the project.

Some facts of the existing proposed infrastructure of the Panama Pacifico project include:

Roads – Linking to the Pan-American Highway will be achieved by the upgrading of Bruja Boulevard to a dual carriage way, which acts as the main arterial route in to this project. Bruja Boulevard’s extension and access to the Veracruz Highway, when upgraded, while connect Panama Pacifico to the Centenary Bridge and allows access and utilization to the Northern areas of the proposed community, this extension via Calle Borinquen is scheduled to begin in 2009.

Storm Water Drainage – All projects will be designed to utilise the natural rivers that traverse the development. These rivers include the Venado, Farfan, Detal, Castilla and Velasques. These natural drainage routes ensure the minimized impact upon the local environment. This infrastructure will be continually developed and maintained throughout the development and construction.

Telecommunications – immediate telecommunications needs can be met by UFINET and Cable & Wireless, who have existing infrastructure in the area. The additional services of ACP will be installed during development.

Waste Water Collection – A large investment has been made and development is underway for the upgrading of the existing waste water treatment system. A pumping station will be built and allocated for the sole use of the International Business Park, The Pan America Corporate Centre will have two pumping stations, and the Kobbe Hills development will have three pumping stations. Gravitational lines will be used for the town centre.

Potable Water – a new water plant is allocated for operation in 2009 in Chorrera, however current demand and supply is being met via the Miraflores locks, and the Chorrera plant will serve as backup in the event of any potential issues arising from the supply from Miraflores not being sufficient. The Panama Water Authority has confirmed ability of supply to the project until 2046, based on projected demands. As a failsafe all offices in the International Business Park will have eight hours of backed up water storage.

Electrical System – The Panama Canal Authority is the main supplier of electricity to the project, with additional development of two substations and transmission lines earmarked for operation by 2015. As with the water supply, the offices in the International Business Park will have a back up of eight hours of electrical power.

The project is set with a well planned existing infrastructure and the steps identified for the expansion are more than adequate as they exceed all projected future demand.

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