Iconic M6 Lune Gorge bridges set for major facelift
One of the most iconic sections of motorway in the country is set to get a significant once-in-a lifetime facelift. National Highways is planning to replace eight bridge deck structures along the spectacular six-mile section of the M6 through Lune Gorge in Cumbria, between junction 37 and junction 38 of the motorway at Tebay. Seven […]
REA reports increase in surface dressing for the first time in 12 years
The Road Emulsion Association (REA) has reported an increase in the manufacturing, sale, and use of bitumen emulsions for surface dressing for the first time in 12 years. Figures collected by the REA, a trade association which represents all the UK bitumen emulsion manufacturers, signify green shoots of recovery. Circa 38.5 million m2 of surface […]
A fresh opportunity for National Highways to drive economic growth and accelerated housing delivery
National Highways has a unique opportunity to step into a proactive role in supporting the UK’s growth ambitions, according to new analysis from planning and economic development consultancy Lichfields. The Road Ahead: The Future Role of National Highways in Economic Growth and Housing Delivery analysis emphasises how National Highways can complement its core goals of delivering a […]
Taking temporary traffic management to another level: A chat with SRL
After a successful Highways UK, Highways News catches up with one of the sponsors of its series of podcasts on the show. We talked to SRL’s Research and Development Director, Iain McDonald. Highways News (HN): During the recent Highways UK show, your new REMOS solution seemed to generate a huge amount of interest. Can you […]
Barnet Council cabinet to close £29 million funding gap in future spending plan review
Barnet’s Cabinet will discuss options to plot a course to financial sustainability in the face of a ‘perfect storm’ that has unleashed a projected £29 million funding gap when it meets next week (5 December 2024). Cabinet Members and council officers have been working to address and contain the unprecedented pressures on the council’s finances, […]
Warwickshire County Council’s issues guidance to residents on how to manage potholes
As we enter the colder months, Warwickshire County Council has invited residents to join in the fight against potholes. Potholes form as a natural result of traffic, water, and surface wear. When rainwater seeps into cracks in the road, it freezes and expands, breaking the road surface under the pressure of passing vehicles. Warwickshire County […]
DfI announces return of road safety campaigns
The Department for Infrastructure in Ireland has announced a renewed collaboration with the Northern Ireland Road Safety Partnership (NIRSP) to promote two road safety campaigns. The collaboration launched a new road safety public information campaign highlighting the dangers of careless driving in December last year, followed by the established anti-speeding campaign ‘Classroom’ in January 2024. […]
Egis UK welcomes project appraisal changes, as new Integrated National Transport Strategy announced
Engineering consultancy, Egis UK has welcomed changes in the Department for Transport’s (DfT) approach to project appraisal outlined by the former transport secretary, Louise Haigh, as she set out the government’s vision to create a new Integrated National Transport Strategy. However, it has cautioned that the approach to project appraisal must be replicated across national […]
Sisk announces 2024 Supply Chain Awards winners
Infrastructure company Sisk has announced the winners of the prestigious Supply Chain Awards at the annual event in Dublin’s Convention Centre. The awards ceremony was attended by over 900 industry professionals, recognising best-in-class suppliers from Ireland and the UK. The Sisk Supply Chain Awards celebrate the collaboration between Sisk and its partners on a range […]
AtkinsRéalis achieves renowned PAS 2080 carbon management standard
AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear company with offices around the world, has achieved PAS 2080:2023 verification for carbon management in the UK, demonstrating the company’s systematic approach to helping clients reduce their carbon emissions across the entire infrastructure lifecycle. PAS 2080:2023 is a globally leading standard which provides a robust framework for managing […]
