SWARCO urges local authorities to ask tougher questions before investing in digital twins
Local authorities are being urged to focus less on the technology behind digital twins and more on the practical problems they are trying to solve, in a new thought leadership article from intelligent transport solutions provider SWARCO. Written by John Pickworth, Managing Director of SWARCO UK & Ireland, the article argues that, as Government investment […]
Drivers warned not to rely on next-generation eCall before 2027 infrastructure upgrade
The Department for Transport has issued guidance warning motorists that Next Generation (NG) eCall systems fitted to many new cars and light commercial vehicles may not operate reliably until the UK’s telecommunications infrastructure has been upgraded by 31 March 2027. NG eCall has been introduced in most new cars and vans registered from 1 September […]
JCT looks back on three decades of innovation with ’30 Years: 30 Stories’ series
The founder of the JCT Traffic Signals Symposium, Brian Simmonite, had a simple ambition when he launched the event in 1996 – to create a forum where experienced traffic signal engineers could learn from each other, challenge ideas and return year after year. “The forum will consist of a series of short papers (presented by […]
Code red: Was London Waymo robotaxi that stopped on green then drove through a red correct?
Social media footage of a Waymo driverless taxi driving through a red light has split opinion about whether the vehicle made a technically correct manoeuvre. According to the Sun newspaper, some say the Waymo roboaxi was in the right – with others claiming it took the wrong decision. Commenting on the footage, which was posted on X on […]
West of England announces new consultation into Keynsham improvements of A4 corridor
An eight-week consultation on plans to improve the A4 corridor in and around Keynsham in the Bath and North East Somerset district opened this week, with proposals including new walking, wheeling and cycling routes, and new bus stops on the Keynsham bypass to improve connectivity and provide alternative transport options. The scheme forms one part […]
Mayor announces ‘immediate improvements’ as St Helens bus services come back under public control
More evening and weekend services, extended routes and a brand-new express link to Liverpool John Lennon Airport will operate from day one when the St Helens bus network comes back under public control in September. Passengers in St Helens and beyond can also look forward to travelling on an-all new fleet of state-of-the-art, low-emission buses. […]
Lincolnshire: Work starts on North Hykeham temporary relief road bridge
Work to install a new 100-tonne bridge, an integral part of the North Hykeham Relief Road (NHRR) project, has got under way in Lincolnshire. Sam Edwards, head of highways infrastructure at Lincolnshire County Council, said: “Although it will only be in use while the relief road is being built, the temporary bridge over the […]
Nottingham City Council issues Highways Transport Project Design Support Framework tender
Nottingham City Council has issued a tender worth up to £3 million for a Highways Transport Project Design Support Framework within its boundaries. The work required will cover several activities; and may require the Contractor to co-operate and co-ordinate with Council employees, other Contractors or Consultants, or other parties identified by the Employer in the […]
Cheshire East prepares for busy summer roadworks programme
Cheshire East Council is urging people to plan ahead this summer, as roadworks take place across the borough during the school holidays. Much of this work is scheduled for the summer months, when conditions are more suitable for resurfacing and maintenance. Some schemes are already under way, although a small number have experienced delays due […]
100 days in: Neil Sampson on writing Torquay Group’s next chapter
Neil Sampson, CEO of Torquay Group, has marked 100 days in the role, reflecting on the pace of change across SG, MVIS and P&D Specialist Services as the group moves into its next phase of development. Neil took on the role after two decades leading SG, formerly Solar Gates, and more recently P&D Specialist Services, […]