Eurovia Surfacing introduces AI human detection and emergency autobraking rollers
Eurovia Surfacing is introducing a new standard on site safety for the construction and highways industry by becoming the first contractor in the UK and Europe to deploy BOMAG 174 rollers equipped with both Safety Shield AI human detection and BOMAG’s Emergency Brake Assist System. Launched during Eurovia’s International Safety Week on a high-profile surfacing […]
North Somerset: A greener commute on the Pier to Pier Way
An initiative to promote the Pier to Pier Way as a valuable commuting option is underway thanks to a partnership between North Somerset Council and Sustrans, the charity dedicated to making it easier for everyone to walk, wheel, and cycle. This increasingly popular active travel route links Clevedon and Weston-super-Mare, offering a healthier, quicker, and more […]
Greater Manchester set for £2.5 billion funding boost for fully integrated, zero-emission public transport network
Greater Manchester is set to deliver the UK’s first fully integrated, zero-emission public transport system by 2030 thanks to a £2.5 billion government funding boost. Government ministers announced details of the Transport for the City Regions funding, with Greater Manchester awarded £2.5 billion. Mayor Andy Burnham said that further progress on the next phase of […]
Cumberland Council seeking civils and construction contractors on £210m framework
Cumberland Council has issued a tender notice for its Capital Works (Construction) Framework, covering the period from September 2025 to September 2029. With an anticipated maximum total value of £175M excluding VAT (£210M with VAT), the framework is designed to streamline and effectively manage a diverse range of construction and civil engineering projects across the […]
Labour council ordered to scrap LTN that brought in £1m in fines
A Labour council has been ordered to scrap an “unlawful” low-traffic neighbourhood (LTN) after losing a High Court battle. It comes after Mr Justice Smith ruled in May that Lambeth council had ignored residents’ “legitimate concerns” about the zone in West Dulwich, South London. The judge has now rejected an appeal by the authority against the ruling, […]
UK first as Tufflayer SAMI asphalt gains BBA HAPAS approval
Heidelberg Materials UK has become the first asphalt supplier to receive BBA HAPAS1 approval for a stress absorbing membrane interlayer (SAMI) solution. Its Tufflayer product, an alternative to geogrid asphalt, uses a specially designed polymer modified bitumen (PMB) supplied by Shell Bitumen to achieve optimum flexibility and enhance fatigue resistance. It significantly delays the effects […]
Haringey launches free traffic text alerts service
A new service to help drivers and commuters in Haringey beat traffic jams has been launched. Backed by Haringey Council, which manages most of the borough’s roads, the new Traffic Text Alerts service offers real-time updates straight to mobile phones to help residents and visitors plan their journeys more efficiently. The updates include instances where […]
Work on Orwell Bridge to cost £6m
Work to replace two joints on a major bridge is set to cost £6m, a National Highways boss said. Two expansion joints on the westbound carriageway of Orwell Bridge, on the A14 near Ipswich, will be replaced from 16 June until August. Simon Amor, head of scheme delivery for National Highways in the East, said […]
National Highways and Historic England sign agreement to protect and promote the nation’s heritage
National Highways and Historic England have signed a landmark agreement to protect and promote England’s heritage, ensuring delivery of good outcomes for people and communities. The Chief Executives of National Highways and Historic England signed the Memorandum of Understanding on Monday, 2 June at the recently restored Upminster Tithe Barn. The agreement lays out how […]
M25 named as motorway with the most breakdowns in England
The M25, also known as the London Orbital, is officially the biggest breakdown hotspot of England’s motorways, according to a new study. The research revealed that 27,335 incidents were reported on the road in 2024, equal to 238 breakdowns per mile across the year – the highest proportion of any motorway in the country. This […]