DfT publishes report on impact of volumetric concrete mixers on bridges
The Department for Transport recently commissioned a report through National Highways (NH) on the impact on existing bridge structures from higher weight volumetric concrete mixers (VCMs) permitted under the current temporary arrangement to inform future decisions. The final report provides a summary of findings related to the viability of allowing VCMs to continue operating at higher weights. […]
Extended funding deal for West Midlands bus network
A new funding deal to stop a number of West Midlands bus services being cut has been agreed. The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) board has green lit an extension of the Bus Network Support Grant which provides financial support to operators. It will be extended from 1 to 30 April, with a new arrangement kicking in […]
Hertfordshire County Council award new highways contract to Ringway
Hertfordshire County Council has announced the award of a new Highways contract to Ringway, kicking off a long-term, joint commitment to keeping Hertfordshire residents moving and improving everyday journeys across the county. The new contract, which will start from 1 October 2025, will focus on improving the operational delivery of day-to-day services such as road […]
West Sussex begins final stage of Traffic Signal Halogen Replacement Programme
West Sussex County Council is entering the third and final stage of its three-year programme to change all traffic signals in the county from halogen to LED technology. The programme, which has already successfully converted 70% of the planned sites, will now focus on key areas in Chichester. As part of the upgrades, the council […]
Valerann awarded €3.6m ESA contract to develop AI and satellite data-enabled road traffic monitoring platform
Valerann has been awarded a €3.6 million co-funded contract from the European Space Agency’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) program. The contract will support the development and demonstration of an AI and satellite data-enabled traffic monitoring and incident detection platform designed to enhance nationwide road network safety and efficiency. The initiative alignswith the BASS […]
Building solutions specialist commits to sustainability mission with major rebranding
Aggregate Industries has rebranded to Holcim UK as part of a strategic shift to provide the highways sector with seamless access to the latest sustainable building solutions. With over 200 sites and 4000 employees across the UK, the organisation’s 25 brands* are uniting under Holcim UK to drive this growth. Building on trusted partnerships, the […]
Public consultation launches to overhaul safety at Leeds’ A58 collision hotspot
Leeds City Council is invitning residents, businesses and commuters along the A58 Roundhay Road and Barrack Road to share their views on important road safety, bus, walking, public realm and cycling proposals. The public consultation is currently open to the public and will run until 20 April 2025. The plans are proposed for Roundhay Road, […]
Arnold Clark installs over 240 ultra-rapid EV charge points across the UK
Arnold Clark has installed over 240 ultra-rapid electric vehicle charge points in Scotland and England, making it cheaper and easier for drivers to charge on the go. As part of a £30 million investment, the Group has launched its own bookable ultra-rapid charging network, Arnold Clark Charge, which will see over 500 EV chargers installed […]
HS2 beam lift progress for Brackley’s A43 bridge
The construction of a bridge that will allow high speed trains to pass under the busy A43 near Brackley has taken a major step forward with the structure’s enormous steel beams lifted into position during a series of three weekend closures. The A43 – which links Oxford, Brackley and Northampton – is a vital route, […]
Hertfordshire councillors approve over £100m Highways Maintenance budget
Between April 2025 and March 2026 more than 1100 maintenance and improvement schemes will be delivered across Hertfordshire’s 3200 miles of roads and pavements. Hertfordshire Council’s Integrated Works Programme includes a comprehensive range of highway maintenance and improvement projects, all aimed at improving your everyday journeys. The planned works include repairs and maintenance to pavements, […]