Renewed optimism in transport sector as survey reveals growth and skills plans
A new survey has revealed increasing optimism in the transport and automotive sector with project professionals anticipating project growth, higher budgets and a further investment in skills. Over half (61%) of project professionals working in the transport industry and 63% in the automotive sector expect to increase the number of projects they are working on […]
Milestone reached in development of Fort William Transport Plan
A major step forward has been taken in developing a long-awaited integrated transport plan (ITP) for Fort William with the appointment of consultants. The need for upgrades in the town to ease traffic congestion and improve journey times on the A82 and A830 has been an issue for many years. Congestion and its effect on […]
Work begins on £21m project to transform Glasgow streets
A £21.3 million programme to deliver more attractive streets in Glasgow city centre is now fully underway. The Avenues Plus programme forms part of the biggest transformation of Glasgow city centre for 50 years and projects are now taking place on the eastern, northern and southern fringes of the city centre. The programme is complementing […]
Wiltshire Council ranked 7th in UK for promoting Active Travel
Wiltshire Council has been named as one of the best in the country for promoting active travel – getting around by foot or pushbike. Indeed, the council overspent on its active travel budget on persuading residents out of their cars. Data collected by specialist insurance company Cycleplan found that less than half of UK councils […]
Cheshire East Council seeks views on plans for active travel
Cheshire East Council is asking residents across the borough for their views on how it can encourage more active and healthier travel choices. The council’s vision is for a borough where walking, cycling and wheeling (non-motorised) are the preferred choices for short journeys. This can be achieved through a connected, safe and accessible network of […]
Government announces over 50 road and rail upgrades, supporting more than 39,000 new homes and 42,000 jobs
Millions of commuters and businesses are set to benefit from quicker journeys, as more than 50 road and rail upgrades are given the green light – including the long awaited A66 Northern Trans-Pennine route and Portishead to Bristol city centre rail line, the government has announced today. Working people will also gain better access to […]
Flow Labs deploys AI-powered traffic signal software across 2500 North Carolina intersections
In a bold move to modernise traffic operations, the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has partnered with Flow Labs to deploy its AI-powered traffic signal operations software solution across the state. Now fully operational, the deployment covers over 2,500 intersections, providing comprehensive insights and visibility across North Carolina’s entire signal network. This marks the […]
AtkinsRéalis introduces new hard hat design for more diverse workforce
AtkinsRéalis has introduced more inclusive head protection for colleagues attending construction and industrial sites, in an initiative inspired by the experience of one of its own professionals who saw the need for a crucial change. The modified hard hat design enables the wearer to make adjustments to accommodate their individual hair type and some religious […]
Innovative engineering keeps A14 moving despite essential repairs
Innovative engineering is to be introduced on the busy A14 River Nene viaduct which will enable motorists to continue using the road when a major repairs scheme is under way. A large expansion joint on the Northamptonshire viaduct needs to be replaced having reached the end of its working life. A new joint – which […]
Experts say Scotland’s growth is being held back by a lack of new roads
Challenges presented by geography and politics have stalled the growth of Scotland’s road networks, threatening to keep the economy in the slow lane, according to transport experts. Michelle Ferguson, director of the CBI Scotland, told The Times: “You only need to look at a Google satellite map to realise Scotland’s motorways are the beating heart […]