Sacyr's Blog

Alexandre Gustave Eiffel's illustrious career as a builder was marred by one of the biggest financial scandals of the 19th century. We look at how this genius of metalworking was affected by a project to build giant locks in the Panama Canal.

Christ the Redeemer is 30 metres high and stands 710 metres above sea level. Each of its arms has a surface area of 88 square metres and its feet measure 1.35 metres. This majestic structure has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in Brazil.

The Barcelona City Hall has decided to bet on wood as the main material in some of its constructions to favor the use of sustainable materials in construction.  

The use of BIM is key for this project. Apart from creating 3D and 4D models, BIM is also applied to logistics, analyzing safety and health aspects and facility management.