TfWM on the search for partner to design, build and install sensors for its Key Route Network
Transport for West Midlands and West Midlands 5G are looking for a partner to design, build and install a sensor network for the West Midlands Key Route Network. The procurement will see a partner work with the two organisations with the aim is to improve our modelling and real time management capability but also look […]
Tackling IPV strikes and Traffic Management incursions
By James Haluch, Managing Director, Amey Highways and Chair of the IPV and Incursions Working Group As a senior leader within the highways industry, I’ve spent much of my career questioning how we protect our people in Impact Protection Vehicles (IPVs) and prevent errant drivers driving into temporary traffic management. Two challenging issues which can […]
Exactrak and Yotta sign partnership agreement
Hi-tech weighing and vehicle telematics provider, Exactrak (part of Avery Weigh-Tronix) has signed a partnership agreement with asset management provider, Yotta. The two companies will work together to deliver enhanced vehicle tracking for local authorities, initially in the UK, and later, more widely across Europe. With Exactrak hardware fitted to waste collection or maintenance vehicles, […]
Asphalt preservation can double the surface life of roads, says ASI MD
Asphalt preservation treatment could double the asphalt road surface service life for half the cost compared to resurfacing, if two treatments are made in 10 years, according to Howard Robinson, Managing Director of ASI Solutions. This is based on treating roads in a green to light amber condition, and in particular Stone Mastic Asphalt (SMA) […]
DfT funding sees improvements to bus links in West Lancashire
A £750,000 fund secured by Lancashire County Council will mean improvements to bus links in West Lancashire will go ahead. The money will help pay for a string of improvements across Lancashire, with specific measures to be introduced for Ormskirk and Skelmersdale bus commuters. This includes a daytime service to be restored a Sunday and […]
