Arcadis Powers $6.4B Gordie Howe Bridge with Integrated Toll System — Arcadis N.V.

Event summary

Arcadis delivered the end-to-end toll system and intelligent infrastructure for the $6.4B Gordie Howe International Bridge, opening July 27, 2026.
The bridge spans the Detroit River, serving as a critical trade gateway between Canada and the U.S., with six traffic lanes accommodating oversized vehicles and hazardous materials.
Arcadis' solution integrates tolling operations with advanced intelligent transportation systems (ITS) for automated payments, real-time transaction processing, and dynamic lane control.
The project includes the launch of Breakaway, a digital account registration program developed by Arcadis to streamline crossings.

The big picture

Arcadis' role in the Gordie Howe International Bridge project reinforces its position as a leader in sustainable infrastructure design, particularly in North America. The bridge's strategic location between Windsor and Detroit underscores its importance in facilitating cross-border trade, aligning with broader trends toward digital transformation in transportation systems. With over 30 global toll facilities using Arcadis' systems, this milestone further solidifies the company's expertise in efficient and reliable cross-border transportation solutions.

What we're watching

System Performance: How the integration of tolling operations with ITS capabilities will impact traffic flow and safety.
Market Expansion: Whether Arcadis can leverage this success to secure more North American infrastructure projects.
Digital Adoption: The pace at which travelers and commercial operators adopt the Breakaway digital payment system.