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The Panama-David train project represents a significant challenge in Panamanian civil engineering, as it is a railway infrastructure that seeks to connect the capital with the city of David along 450 kilometers. This article evaluates the main technical challenges facing the project, including geotechnical, structural, hydraulic, and environmental aspects. It analyzes innovative solutions implemented in international railway projects, such as the use of advanced ground-penetrating radar technologies, high-strength construction materials, intelligent drainage systems, and environmental sustainability practices. The discussion focuses on the feasibility of adapting these innovations to the local context of Panama, highlighting the importance of careful technological integration and sustainable planning. The conclusions underline the need to adopt a collaborative and adaptive approach that allows Panama not only to overcome technical challenges but also to position itself as a model of innovation in railway infrastructure in Latin America.