Norfolk: Campaigners criticise road scheme tree felling
Campaigners in Norfolk have criticised the felling of trees as part of a scheme to dual a major road. David Hook, of the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), said: “If you are completely altering a landscape, there is no way that can be described as sensitive.” National Highways said 2,500 trees had been felled to […]
Speed camera demand for Leicestershire bypass
Calls have been made for speed cameras to be put in place to deter car cruisers using a Leicestershire village bypass. Dangerous driving and anti-social behaviour along the A426 at Blaby is a long-standing issue, with police currently carrying out “targeted operations” to tackle a rise in illegal street racing. But despite successes – including a 500-car […]
Cubic Transportation Systems announces UK Innovation Centre
Cubic Transportation Systems has announced the launch of an innovation centre with the mission of determining how emerging technologies can solve challenges in public transport. The centre will initially conduct research on improving transit agencies’ financial sustainability through the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), in a joint effort with academic experts from […]
EasyPark Group acquires Parkopedia
EasyPark Group has completed its strategic acquisition of Parkopedia, a global leader in connected car services and mobility data aggregation. “With the addition of Parkopedia, we are making the driver journey more seamless,” said Cameron Clayton, CEO of EasyPark Group. “Parkopedia’s in-car data integration and payment technology, coupled with our digital parking solutions and on-street […]
Highland Council voices opposition to National Speed Limit Review
Members of The Highland Council’s Economy and Infrastructure Committee have agreed the council’s response to the National Speed Limit Review Transport Scotland is currently running on behalf of the Scottish Government. The review seeks views on proposed changes to speed limits in Scotland. In their response they make it clear that they do not support […]
Asphalt Group completes journey to meet environmental standard
Asphalt Group have achieved PAS 2080 verification, becoming one of the first companies in the highways sector to meet the environmental standard, covering all four businesses in the group, namely Reinforcement; Preservations; Surface Dressing and Surfacing. PYE-Management Ltd has worked with Asphalt Group to help them obtain verification to PAS 2080: 2023 Carbon Management in […]
Shaping the future of safety at the RSMA Annual Conference & Dinner 2025
Collaboration, decarbonisation, inclusivity, asset management, and digital transformation were all on the agenda at the recent Road Safety Markings Association Conference & Dinner. This event offered the perfect opportunity to meet with major stakeholders, safety practitioners, asset managers and contractors to help ‘shape the future’ of the UK road marking industry. The day started with […]
WJ Group receives official Science Based Target’s Initiative (SBTi) validation of net zero targets
WJ Group, has had its net zero targets validated by the Science Based Target’s Initiative (SBTi). The SBTi exists to help businesses create clearly defined carbon reduction objectives and strategies in line with the Paris Agreement to limit global warming by 1.5°C, while using the latest guidance provided by climate scientists to reduce carbon emissions. […]
LCRIG announces first members of Apprenticeship Task Group
LCRIG have welcomed the first three members of its newly formed Apprentice Task Group: Benjamin Crossley, Josh Sutcliffe and Macy Richards. The dynamic team is dedicated to supporting and championing apprentices in the highways and transport technology sector. As the industry continues to face a growing skills gap, the Apprentice Task Group will play a […]
Celebrating Excellence: ITS Australia Announces 2025 Award Winners
Australia’s Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) industry gathered in Perth last night to celebrate the winners of the 15th Annual ITS Australia Awards. The ITS Australia Awards acknowledge outstanding achievements in advanced transport technology, recognising organisations that leverage new and emerging technologies to enhance the intelligence, safety and efficiency of Australia’s transport networks. “We are thrilled […]
