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The new bridge creates an alternative to existing border crossings, eliminating dependence on a single structure and increasing operational resilience at the border. Thanks to its wide lane capacity, modern customs facilities, and direct highway connections, it provides a faster, more predictable, and safer crossing for commercial vehicles.
The distinctive aspects of the project:
The longest suspension bridge main span in North America
Integrated customs facilities: high-capacity border control areas directly connected to the bridge
Trade-oriented design: lanes and connections suitable for heavy vehicle traffic
Public access: a symbolic connection between the two countries with pedestrian and bicycle paths
Gordie Howe International Bridge is not only an engineering structure; it is also a critical infrastructure investment that strengthens economic integration between the two countries, accelerates trade flows, and improves border crossing security. When completed, it will function as a border gateway shaping the coming decades on one of North America’s most important logistics arteries.
