Quarterhill and Arkansas Department of Transportation Partner to Modernize Freight Operations at State's Critical Crossroads

Executive Summary

• Quarterhill Inc. announced a $2.7 million partnership with the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) and Arkansas Highway Police to deploy AI‑enabled mainline sorter systems on two high‑traffic freight corridors in Arkansas.
• The project will install Weigh‑in‑Motion sensors, Tire Anomaly Classification System, License Plate Recognition, DOT checks, and dynamic message boards at Lehi (I‑40 Eastbound) and Marion (I‑55 Southbound).
• The initiative aims to improve safety, streamline inspections, and increase freight efficiency without costly roadway expansion, underscoring Quarterhill’s growth in the intelligent transportation systems market.

Key Details

• Investment Amount: $2.7 million U.S. dollars funded by Quarterhill.
• Locations & Corridors:
• Lehi on I‑40 Eastbound (major east–west freight route).
• Marion on I‑55 Southbound (key north‑south corridor).
• Technology Suite Deployed:
• Weigh‑in‑Motion (WIM) sensors – capture truck weights at highway speeds.
• Tire Anomaly Classification System (TACS) – real‑time detection of unsafe tire conditions.
• License Plate Recognition (LPR), Department of Transportation (DOT) checks, and Intelligent Roadside Operations Computer (iROC) – instant verification of vehicle credentials.
• Fully Integrated Dynamic Message Boards – guide drivers requiring additional inspection.
• Strategic Rationale: Enhances safety and efficiency on two of the nation’s busiest trucking corridors, supports ARDOT’s mission for smarter, more sustainable infrastructure, and showcases Quarterhill’s AI‑driven ITS solutions.
• Quotes:
• Chuck Myers, CEO, Quarterhill: “This project demonstrates how technical innovation and collaboration can solve real‑world challenges in freight management…”.
• Jeff Holmes, Chief of Arkansas Highway Police: “These upgrades will strengthen enforcement, improve roadway safety, and keep goods moving efficiently…”.

Notable Quotes

• “By working hand in hand with ARDOT and the Arkansas Highway Police, we are ensuring that Arkansas' highways remain safe, efficient, and capable of supporting growth in interstate commerce for decades to come.” – Chuck Myers, CEO, Quarterhill
• “Partnering with Quarterhill allows us to bring cutting‑edge tools to two of Arkansas' most important freight gateways.” – Jeff Holmes, Chief, Arkansas Highway Police