Hindhead Tunnel illuminated by Operation Sunrise
Code-named ‘Operation Sunrise’, 90 staff and volunteers from National Highways and local emergency services arrived to take part in a planned emergency exercise to test National Highways’ joint response to a major incident. The exercise simulated a road traffic incident resulting in multiple vehicle fires, including an electric vehicle. It was played out as it […]
Lower Thames Crossing: planning decision moves closer
On 21 March, the Planning Inspectorate confirmed that the Examining Authority has sent their recommendation report on the Lower Thames Crossing Development Consent Order (DCO) application to the Secretary of State for Transport. The recommendation report summarises the findings of the DCO examination and gives a recommendation to the Secretary of State for Transport on […]
Glenrothes Bridge improvements planned
The iconic White Bridge in Glenrothes is about to undergo a facelift, with work due to begin in the early summer. Works to enhance the B969 River Leven Bridge, known locally as the White Bridge, follow extensive consultation with partners with an interest in health, safety and wellbeing in the community. Glenrothes Area Committee Convenor, […]
Work complete on Raigmore Bus Gate project
Work on a new bus only link that connects Raigmore Hospital to Raigmore Estate has been completed. The project is funded by Transport Scotland’s Bus Partnership Fund (BPF) and delivered by the Bus Service Improvement Partnership (BSIP) Group, comprised of The Highland Council, NHS Highland, HITRANS and Stagecoach. The route will help in reducing congestion […]
London Mayor asked to explain 700,000 bus journey cuts
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has been accused of “slashing public transport with one hand and pushing people out of their cars with the other”, as data reveals that almost 700,000 bus journeys were cut by Transport for London (TfL) between 2022 and 2023, says Harrow Online. Statistics uncovered through a Freedom of Information request […]
A40: National Highways provides update on Monmouthshire rockfall
National Highways have issued an update on the rockfall which continues to affect the A40 in Monmouthshire. Following the incident in February, emergency traffic management was put in place to allow authorities to reopen the A40 as quickly as possible. In response to feedback, and in consultation with local highways authorities and travel partners, National […]
Tesla: Full Self Driving mode activated in US models
All new Tesla Models S, X and Y bought in the United States will now come with free access to Full Self Driving, says IOT World Today. CEO Elon Musk confirmed on X: “All US cars that are capable of FSD will be enabled for a one-month trial this week.” The trial also extends to current owners […]
TIER and Dott announce merger
TIER and Dott have announced today the closing of a financial transaction to merge the two companies, as announced in January 2024. With revenues of €250m, supporting over 125 million trips a year in more than 20 countries, the newly combined business creates the European champion of shared micro-mobility. Following the closing of the transaction, teams […]
Truvelo takes the lead at Intertraffic 2024
Interaffic Amsterdam 2024 is less than three weeks away and Truvelo have announced that it will showcase its cutting-edge enforcement technology designed to enhance road safety and streamline traffic management processes. The Truvelo stand (05.526) will feature the D-CAM, a state-of-the-art 4D tracking radar speed camera that represents the pinnacle of speed enforcement technology, alongside, […]
Oxfordshire: April start for £7 million road resurfacing programme
Nearly 100 roads across Oxfordshire will be improved as part of a £7 million highway maintenance programme beginning this spring. Oxfordshire County Council and its contractor Milestone Infrastructure Ltd will be visiting more than 50 locations between 8 April and 3 June to carry out surface dressing work. The programme is part-funded by the government, […]