Clearer standards needed to boost economy’s resilience says NIC
Government should set clear standards of resilience that infrastructure operators must maintain in the face of sudden shocks, the National Infrastructure Commission has reiterated in a new report. Climate change and related weather extremes, alongside a heightened reliance on digital technologies, mean that the UK faces increased risks of vital networks and services being unavailable […]
Rotherham Council set to spend a further £20m on active travel schemes
Work has started on new active travel infrastructure improvements in Rotherham. The Broom Road / Wickersley Corridor Sustainable Transport Scheme has begun this week. The project includes work at Stag roundabout, sustainable travel measures on Wickersley Road, the extension of the recently completed Broom Road cycleway, and an Active Travel Scheme in the Moorgate area. […]
South West Scotland Transport Alliance (SWSTA) urges government to upgrade two key road links
The South West Scotland Transport Alliance has called on the Scottish and UK government to upgrade two key roads in southern Scotland, the A75 or A77 which carry traffic to Cairnryan and Stranraer. The South West Scotland Transport Alliance (SWSTA) wants the ministers at Holyrood and Westminster to form a task force to deliver urgent […]
Esh Construction completes Sheffield Road Cycleways and Maltby Bus Corridor projects
Esh Construction has completed two key active travel projects in Rotherham that are designed to make it safer and more convenient for pedestrians and cyclists to travel into and around the town centre. Known as Sheffield Road Cycleways and Maltby Bus Corridor and delivered on behalf of Rotherham Council, the scheme will provide Rotherham’s residents […]
UK Government allocates £88m for innovative zero-emission transport solutions
The UK Government has invested £88m into projects that will contribute to the net-zero transition by decarbonising transport, supporting zero emission buses and new battery technologies. The funding has been awarded to 46 projects across the transport space, including the development of electric trucks for the NHS and Royal Mail, e-motorcycles and wireless charging solutions. […]
Roadside assistance and vehicle recovery operators can now apply for permission to use red flashing lamps – RAC reaction
Reacting to the news that road assistance and recovery operators can now apply for permission to use red flashing lamps on their vehicles, RAC chief operating officer Dom Shorrocks said: “This is a landmark day for the roadside assistance industry as being able to use red flashing lamps will unequivocally improve the visibility of roadside […]
New traffic restrictions to be introduced on Wrexham city centre roads after excessive speeding increases
One-way traffic and speeding restrictions could be put in place on Wrexham city centre roads following excessive speeding up and down the high street. Senior councillors said urgent action was needed to improve safety in the main shopping area after it was claimed drivers had been seen speeding down the High Street at up to […]
GRAHAM Achieves Gold Standard recognition from National Highways
GRAHAM Group is delighted to announce it has achieved a Gold Standard from National Highways. This recognition signifies GRAHAM’s commitment to excellence in procurement and supply chain practices. National Highways Gold Standard is a rigorous initiative designed to elevate the performance of its supplier network. Suppliers are evaluated on nine key criteria encompassing areas like […]
Teletrac Navman chosen as sole telematics partner to the UK’s premier specialist road/rail vehicle and infrastructure services provider
Teletrac Navman, the global connected mobility platform, has increased its existing contract to secure sole telematics partner status to Readypower Group in the UK, delivering a suite of innovative solutions across its entire fleet of over 750 vehicles. Readypower Group provides specialised on-track plant equipment as well as civil engineering, drainage, haulage and operating services. […]
UK’s first HAPAS-certified subsidence solution
Geotechnical contractor Geobear has become the UK’s first geopolymer solutions provider to receive Highways Authorities Product Approval Scheme (HAPAS) certification. The HAPAS certificate ensures that Geobear’s solution meets the highest standards for use in UK highways projects. This accreditation is a part of Geobear’s commitment to safety, sustainability and quality, allowing it to reach further […]