Waymo announces 19 London Boroughs (and the City of London) as testing sites for robotaxis
Waymo robotaxis have been seen for the first time on London’s. The cars are taking part in trials ahead of the start of the fully fledged operation to pick up passengers in 2026. Waymo, which operates under Google’s parent firm Alphabet Inc, posted an image on social media showing one of its self-driving Jaguar I-PACE […]
National Highways admits to thousands of drivers being incorrectly fined for speeding since 2021
Thousands of drivers could have speeding fines cancelled after a fault saw some cameras falsely triggered. National Highways said it had found 2,650 wrongful speed camera activations on its A-roads and motorways since 2021 due to a delay between cameras and variable speed signs, according to the BBC. Affected drivers will be contacted by police […]
HS2 cuts traffic delays with innovative M6 bridge slide
Engineers working for the HS2 project claimed a UK-first over the weekend when they successfully slid an enormous 4,600-tonne viaduct across the M6 without closing the motorway – significantly reducing disruption to drivers. The 17 hour-long operation was the culmination of an epic three-stage process to assemble and install the 315-metre East deck of the […]
Brighton & Hove City Council chooses evidence-led design and consultation for a safer, greener seafront active travel corridor
Brighton & Hove Council has created a clear, evidence-led pathway to deliver a high-impact active travel scheme that meets the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors alike, using VivaCityʼs AI solutions. Brighton & Hove is known for its active travel culture, but along parts of the A259, there was no dedicated cycling infrastructure. Cyclists often […]
CIHT: 3rd Cycling & Walking Investment Strategy should focus on accessibility, integration and rural equity
The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) has responded to the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) draft Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy [1] (CWIS3), welcoming its ambition tomake active travel safer and more accessible, while urging greater clarity on performance measures and stronger support for rural areas. Sue Percy CBE, Chief Executive, CIHT said: “CIHT […]
TfL teams with Serco to make major upgrades to Santander Cycles
Transport for London has awarded a contract to cycle hire operator Serco that will see the operating provider continue to run London’s flagship cycle hire scheme, Santander Cycles until 2031, with an opportunity to extend for a further five years. The new contract supports TfL to move forward with ambitious plans for the cycle hire scheme, to ensure it keeps pace […]
Work to extend Burton town centre cycleway begins in January
A major scheme to extend the cycleway through Burton town centre will begin next month, making it easier and safer for people to walk or cycle around the town. The project, delivered by Staffordshire County Council, will see a new two-way cycle track built along Borough Road to connect the railway station to Burton Town Hall. […]
Cambridgeshire to host National Active Travel Conference in 2026
Cambridgeshire County Council is the host authority for the National Active Travel Conference in 2026 – Active County Cambridgeshire (13-14 July). Presented by Landor LINKS, the UK’s National Active Travel Conference, was first established in 2015 and in 2026 it will be held in Cambridge at the Ray Dolby Centre and West Hub, and hosted […]
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole put forward plans to cut roadwork disruption across key routes
Plans are being put forward by BCP Council to reduce roadwork disruption across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s busiest roads. BCP Council is consulting on a Local Lane Rental Scheme that would encourage utility companies and contractors, including its own works teams, to plan work more effectively so that less time is needed to complete them […]
ITS Australia Board of Directors announced
ITS Australia has annunced the result of its 2025 Board Elections. With 11 nominees vying for eight vacancies, the level of interest once again highlighted the strength and engagement within the ITS community. The organisation welcomes a refreshed Board for 2026, including two new directors. Congratulations to our elected members: These directors join the existing, continuing […]