The Gordie Howe International Bridge received a 2026 National Award for Innovation and Excellence in P3s by the Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships.
FlatironDragados, as part of the Bridging North America consortium with ACS Infrastructure, Fluor and Aecon, built the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America connecting Windsor, Ontario, to Detroit, Michigan. The six-lane bridge eases congestion at the busiest trade crossing between Canada and the U.S. and provides a direct modern link between the Ports of Entry. There is also a dedicated path, part of the Trans Canada Trail system, for pedestrians and cyclists.
To minimize the environmental impact, the bridge span eliminates piers in the water and instead relies on the cable-stayed design. It’s the fifth-longest cable-stayed bridge in the world.
This award recognizes the years of planning, technical expertise and dedication required to bring such a complex international crossing to life.
