WATCH – the ITS 30th anniversary song
This song was played at the opening ceremony of the ITS World Congress in Dubai, marking the 30th time the Congress has been held by going through the themes of each event. We think it needs a wider audience: Courtesy of ERTICO – ITS Europe
New multi-billion transport plan unveiled for the North East
A new plan has been unveiled which showcases a multi-billion pound vision to give the North East a “world class” transport network. New Metro stations and railway lines, modern ticketing, major motorway upgrades, public control over buses, and a regional bike hire project are all part of a huge list of projects that leaders are hoping to deliver […]
One year on: Welsh Transport Secretary sets out next steps on 20mph
Ahead of the anniversary of the introduction of the 20mph default speed limit in Wales, Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates, has set out the next steps. Earlier this year, the Cabinet Secretary announced a three phase-plan on 20mph, including a National Listening Programme over the summer, which encouraged people to get […]
EcoSite earns Carnell a second Green Apple Award
Carnell have received confirmation from The Green Organisation, that their EcoSite initiative has been chosen as a winner at the International Green Apple Environment Awards 2024. This achievement demonstrates their continuing commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, minimising the impact that their operations have on global warming. It comes four years after winning the same […]
A83 reopens via Old Military road following 500-tonne landslide
The A83 at the Rest and be Thankful reopened this morning via the Old Military Road short local diversion, following a safety review by BEAR Scotland. The A83 had been closed due to hillside concerns, with rainfall overnight triggering a 500-tonne landslide. Geotechnical engineers have now assessed the situation and reported that the material has […]
IHE announces new Chief Executive
The Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) is delighted to announce the appointment of Lyle Andrew FIHE as its new Chief Executive. With a strong track record in the industry and with membership bodies, Mr Andrew is poised to lead the IHE’s continued growth and success. Bringing with him extensive experience from roles in the infrastructure […]
Councillors declare ‘roads emergency’ across Staffordshire
Members of Stafford Borough Council said the emergency was due to the condition of the borough’s roads. They also supported calls for Staffordshire County Council, the area’s highways authority, to provide a plan of action to tackle the issues. However, Jeremy Pert, Conservative opposition leader and member of the country council, said challenging weather had […]
Jennie Martin inducted into ITS Hall of Fame
The former ITS (UK) Secretary General, Jennie Martin MBE has been inducted into the ITS Hall of Fame during the 2024 World Congress in Dubai. Mrs Martin joins Prof Eric Sampson CBE, Prof Phil Blythe and the late Richard Harris as UK recipients of the honour. She was honoured for her work on women in […]
Taiwan chosen to host 2029 ITS World Congress
Taiwan has beaten Brisbane in Australia to be the host of the 2029 ITS World Congress when it is Asia Pacific’s turn to host the global event. Taiwan has failed in bids to host several times, but was chosen in a vote of ITS Asia Pacific members on Sunday 15 September ahead of this year’s […]
RSTA launches Pothole Prevention Week-bringing awareness to the solutions, not just the problem
The Road Surface Treatments Associations (RSTA)’s very first Pothole Prevention Week campaign takes place this week. The aim isn’t to bring awareness about the problem of potholes, because that is already widely understood, but to instead talk exclusively about the solutions that are available to local authorities and other road operators, not only to fix […]
