From reflective licence plates to Intelligent Transport Systems: The 50-year evolution of road safety
When Rennicks was founded in 1976, the transport sector looked very different. Technology was limited, and many of the systems we now take for granted simply didn’t exist. Road users relied on clear signage, durable road markings and reflective products to guide them safely through the network. Fifty years later, roads are smarter, vehicles are […]
Embrace progress: How driverless cars could save the UK
Autonomous vehicles have the possibility to save the UK – that’s the opinion of columnist James Price in a new article posted on CapX, the Centre for Policy Studies’ editorial arm. “Last week, Transport for London granted licences to Uber and the British AI firm Wayve to carry paying passengers in robotaxis. More than 100,000 […]
AtkinsRéalis, Jacobs and Stantec win £80 million Hampshire highways framework berths
AtkinsRéalis, Jacobs and Stantec have secured places on Hampshire County Council’s new four-year, £80 million transport, highways and infrastructure consultancy framework. The multi-disciplinary lot which will run until May 2030, will cover planning, design and asset management services for local roads, structures and associated civil works across the county’s network. According to Geomechanics.io, consultants can […]
Parking emerging as the “software-defined vehicle’s everyday experience,” says consultant
As the automotive industry accelerates towards Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs), much of the conversation continues to revolve around centralised compute, vehicle operating systems, AI models and higher levels of automated driving. Yet one of the clearest demonstrations of SDV maturity may emerge somewhere far less glamorous: the parking lot, says SBD Automotive consultant Varun Krishna […]
Going underground: Surrey researchers look below the surface to prevent potholes
Researchers at the University of Surrey have launched a trial in an attempt to tackle the UK’s pothole problem from beneath the surface. The trial uses heat stored underground to keep roads cooler in summer, warmer in winter and less prone to damage. reports the BBC. The project is funded through Dr Benyi Cao’s Royal […]
“A strong first half performance” – Costain releases interim H1 2026 results
Costain Group plc has announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2026 (“H1 26”). The infrastructure solutions company reports revenue up 3.4% to £543.1 million (H1 25: £525.4 million), marking a key inflection point as we commence a step change in revenue followed by a sustained period of growth, with adjusted […]
One week left to enter the DfT Special Recognition Awards 2026
There is only one week left to enter the DfT Special Recognition Awards 2026, with entries closing at 5pm on Friday 21 August. Now in their seventh year, the awards celebrate the individuals, teams, projects and partnerships making an outstanding contribution to the highways and transport sector. Whether it’s an innovative technology, a successful partnership, a project accelerating decarbonisation […]
Six months of disruption expected for Isle of Wight dual carriageway bridge works
Major bridge structure work is set to begin on the Isle of Wight’s dual carriageway next month, with six months of disruption expected. The bridge over the River Medina xarries around 28,500 vehicles a day, according to Island Roads. All 16 bearings on the bridge will be replaced during the project, which is due to […]
Devon: National Highways unveils A38 refurbishment plans
National Highways will start work on a series of enhancements along the A38 in Devon next month. The company is investing more than £10 million in the coming months to: The investment, alongside a scheme to enhance electronic signage on overhead gantries at Kennford, will maintain the safety, resilience and reliability of this busy Devon […]
Ayrshire: A77 improvements will continue, insists Transport Minister
Scotland’s Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn has attended a roundtable meeting with transport operators and community stakeholders to hear their views and discuss work currently underway to progress improvements to the A75 and A77. At the meeting with South Ayrshire Council representatives along with the South West Scotland Transport Alliance, Dumfries and Galloway Council and local […]