Administracion Nacional de Puertos Building

The Administracion Nacional de Puertos is an administrative building positioned along Rambla 25 de Agosto in Ciudad Vieja with seven floors housing port management functions. The structure serves as the operational headquarters for the country's maritime port system and related administrative services.

The building was designed in 1940 by Beltran Arbeleche and Miguel Angel Canale following a public design competition. Its construction reflected Uruguay's effort to establish a modern administrative center for the country's expanding port operations.

The building reflects design principles of the 1940s through its balanced proportions and practical layout, shaping how the waterfront appears to visitors walking past.

The building sits directly along the waterfront and serves as a clear landmark for those walking the Rambla. Its prominent position makes it easy to locate and observe while exploring the port district.

The building includes specialized monitoring facilities that allow staff to observe maritime activities in the harbor from inside the structure. This technical feature makes it more than just an administrative venue for port operations.