Frustration grows as M49 ‘ghost junction’ needs repairing before finally opening
A motorway junction near Bristol that has not been used since it was built six years ago now needs repairs, prompting a local MP to call the situation “farcical”. At a cost of £40m and built by National Highways in 2020, the roundabout junction above the M49, which would link an industrial estate to the […]
DfT “delighted to support” ITS World Congress 2027, says Minister
The Minister for Local Transport has described the ITS World Congress 2027 as a “fantastic opportunity to showcase UK transport innovations” on the global stage. In a video message to ITS UK members played at the organisation’s Parliamentary Reception, Lilian Greenwood said the Department for Transport is “delighted to support next year’s ITS World Congress”, […]
TTF webinar reveals how connected vehicle showcase came together – and what happens next
The Transport Technology Forum has lifted the lid on the technology, partnerships and lessons learned behind this year’s successful TTF Live! event, while outlining ambitions to build on the concept at the ITS World Congress in Birmingham in 2027. In a webinar reviewing the landmark event, held at the Hinckley Island Hotel in Leicestershire earlier […]
Clearview Intelligence strengthens leadership team to drive innovation and growth
Clearview Intelligence has strengthened its organisational structure with the appointment of three dedicated product leaders as part of a strategic reorganisation designed to accelerate innovation and support the company’s long term growth ambitions. The move sees Alastair King promoted to Head of SolarLite, and experienced product mangers Ben Bowles and Elissa Turnbull join the business […]
Yunex Traffic acquires Traffic Solutions Limited
Yunex Traffic has acquired Traffic Solutions Limited (TSL), a leading supplier, installer and maintainer of traffic signal systems in Ireland. As the exclusive supplier of Yunex Traffic solutions to Irish Local Authorities for the last three decades, TSL offers deep market knowledge, strong technical capability and a long-standing reputation for reliability. To ensure a seamless transition, […]
Next phase of A23 Streatham Hill improvement work set to begin
Work on the next phase of improvements on the A23 Streatham Hill will begin at the end of this month, with temporary traffic restrictions in place while the scheme is delivered. From Monday 29 June, phase four of the project will see the construction of new central islands as part of a wider transformation of […]
Norfolk: Costain awarded contract for West Winch Housing Access Road
Costain has been chosen by Norfolk County Council to finalise the detailed design and build the West Winch Housing Access Road scheme near King’s Lynn, Norfolk. The new 1.5-mile West Winch Housing Access Road will connect the A47 with the existing A10 to serve up to four thousand new homes planned for the new Growth […]
Surrey launches new home charging option for EV drivers
Surrey County Council has launched a new option for residents without off-street parking to be able to charge their EVs from home by having a cable gully installed. The cable gullies allow residents to run an EV charging cable across the pavement, safely, to be able to benefit from cheaper home charging rates. In partnership […]
National Highways reveals huge scale of M27 resurfacing programme
Nearly 90,000 tonnes of asphalt and more than 45,000 metres of road markings were among the improvements delivered during the major resurfacing of the M27. National Highways has revealed the scale of work carried out between junctions 5 and 7 from February 2024 as the long-running scheme nears completion, with all four lanes due to […]
Road condition ‘locked-in’ with innovative treatment trial
Northumberland County Council’s Highways team is trialling an innovative treatment aimed at extending the lifespan of the road network and preventing defects and potholes from occurring. Over time as asphalt ages, micro-cracks form in the surface course allowing water and oxygen to penetrate, accelerating the rate of deterioration and allowing defects to form. Now a […]