Innovation in Action: Behaviour-changing tech, smarter networks and global transport trends
On the final day of the ITS Australia Summit on Queensland’s Gold Coast, Paul Hutton talks to more speakers, exhibitors and thought leaders here on Highways Voices, as we discuss global issues and why the US state of Michigan, the birthplace of the American automotive industry, is represented here to explain how it’s transitioning into […]
Telent awarded National Highways’ £775m NRTS 3 contract as competition withdraws
National Highways is to sign its £775m National Roads Telecommunications Service (NRTS) 3 contract with Telent Technology Services via a direct award, after an ‘unsuccessful competitive tendering procedure’ in which the only other competing tender was forced to withdraw. However the agency says that the earliest date the contract will be signed is 15 September […]
TRL opens new Wokingham headquarters
TRL has relocated its main office to central Wokingham. The move marks a significant milestone for the organisation as it evolves into TRL 3.0, a modern, forward-thinking hub for transport research, testing, and technology. The relocation follows the long-planned redevelopment of TRL’s previous headquarters at Crowthorne House, which is being converted into a housing estate […]
ADEPT celebrates 140 years of place based leadership
The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) has marked its 140th anniversary with the publication of an exclusive collection of essays, reflecting on the evolution of place leadership and exploring the challenges and innovations shaping the future of the sector. The essays, titled Leading Places: essays from past, present and future […]
Government urged to implement strong measure on driving test swappers
The Government has responded to calls for a crackdown on people who swap driving tests and re-sell booked appointment slots. Every week, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) makes more tests available but many are rapidly booked up by bots. Private companies then resell the test slots at inflated prices, says the Manchester Evening News.In […]
Salford motorway bridges receive £1m safety boost
Work to deliver a £1m project to improve safety along the M602 in Salford, Greater Manchester will begin next week National Highways, which operates the M602, is providing the improvements to three bridges over the motorway at Eccles and Weaste. Langworthy Road, Derby Road and Weaste Road bridges, between junction 2and junction 3 of the […]
Holcim’s new Express Asphalt plant opens in Sharpness
Following a successful acquisition earlier this year, Holcim UK’s newest Express Asphalt plant has officially opened in Sharpness, Gloucestershire. Holcim UK purchased the facility from Sharpness Asphalt Limited in June 2025. Located beside the wharf, the site has undergone more than four months of remedial and improvement works to bring it up to Holcim’s high […]
Norwich shopping centre welcomes Christmas roadwork pause
The decision to restrict the number of roadworks taking place in Norwich in the run-up to Christmas has been welcomed by a shopping centre boss. Norfolk County Council told the BBC that only emergency works by utility companies will be allowed in the city ahead of the festive period. Concerns had previously been raised about […]
Manchester: Pop-up park and ride scheme announced to manage Christmas traffic
Four pop-up park and rides will launch this weekend offering 1,000 free parking spaces to help people easily get to Manchester this Christmas as the city centre gears up for a bumper festive season. With millions set to head to the city centre to enjoy Christmas markets, shopping, football matches, concerts and nights out, people […]
City of Tampa teams with Causeway one.network to boost work zone safety and improve traffic flow
The City of Tampa, Florida, has taken a major step toward smart traffic management and safer work zones by deploying the Causeway one.network platform in partnership with Causeway, allowing officials to send information about road and lane closures to GPS providers, so drivers can better navigate Tampa’s roads. Brandon Campbell, Interim Mobility Director for Tampa, said: […]