M3 Junction 9: Improvement development consent decision announced
The M3 Junction 9 Improvement application has been granted development consent by the Secretary of State for Transport. The project proposes the upgrade to the junction to allow free movement from the A34 to the M3. The application was submitted to the Planning Inspectorate for consideration by National Highways on 21 November 2022 and accepted […]
ITS World Congress 2024: Day 1 of #ITSDUBAI2024 to focus on shaping future direction of ITS
Much like the multifaceted nature of the Olympic Games, The ITS World Congress in Dubai offers a multitude of concurrent events, leaving attendees faced with the delightful challenge of choosing where to direct their attention. Hence, we bring you these ‘spotlight’ reports, designed to illuminate just a few of the approximately 50 sessions held each […]
Teletrac Navman helps fleets decarbonise with new podcast series
Teletrac Navman, the connected mobility platform for industries that manage vehicle and equipment assets, has launched a new podcast – ‘Mobilising The Future of Fleets’ – to provide an educational resource for fleets transitioning to different energy types and developed with subject matter experts from across the industry. With Teletrac Navman’s recent global telematics survey […]
ADEPT awards winners celebrate innovation and resilience in a time of change
At its annual President’s Awards on the 16th of May, the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) has recognised the achievements of members and partners working across the country. The awards ceremony, which was part of ADEPT’s Spring Conference, also marks the end of Anthony Payne’s presidency of the Association – Ann Carruthers, Director of Environment and Transport for Leicestershire County Council, […]
“Window closing on infrastructure catch up”, warn government advisers
Failure to go further, faster over the next five years on plans for infrastructure delivery could constrain economic growth and threaten climate targets, according to the government’s official infrastructure advisers. Noting the UK has faced several years of disruption from Covid-19 and the cost-of-living crisis, the National Infrastructure Commission’s annual review charts a mixed picture […]
Young drivers the focus for Westcotec
Norfolk-based road safety technology firm Westcotec will once again be a key sponsor at this year’s Young Driver Focus, taking place at the RAC Club in London on Wednesday 22 May. According to Westcotec managing diector Chris Spinks, the event offers an opportunity for better understanding of the risks faced by young drivers, and for […]
PACTS manifesto calls for life-saving strategies
The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) has coordinated a groundbreaking manifesto calling for immediate and strategic action to address the persistent issue of road fatalities and serious injuries in the UK. With support from more than 33 leading organisations and growing by the day, the manifesto outlines four strategic priorities aimed at revolutionising road […]
Staffordshire: First phase of £1.25m Derby Road project nears completion
Works to reconstruct and resurface the A5121 Derby Road between James Brindley Way and the Pirelli Roundabout are on track to be completed by 28 June. The £1.25 million scheme includes repairs to drainage systems, kerbing, ironwork and footpaths where required. Derby Road closed for a week at the end of April so that drainage […]
RAC: Record number of cars on the roads – but rate of growth beaten by delivery vans
Following the release of vehicle licensing statistics from the UK Government, RAC spokesperson Rod Dennis has responded. “While the number of cars on the road reached a record high last year of nearly 33.6m, the rate of growth over recent years hasn’t nearly matched that of new light goods vehicles (LGVs), including vans, that have […]
A52: Teams pull out all the stops to get roadworks finished in Notts
The latest technology was used to ensure the safety of workers and road users on an important A52 scheme in Nottinghamshire as National Highways carried out a string of essential works. Teams from across the sector came together to carry out the resurfacing and maintenance work, between the Nottingham Road RSPCA junction at Radcliffe on […]