Valerann expands AI detection platform across Irish motorway network

Valerann and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) have announced the nationwide deployment of Lanternn by Valerann™, the company’s AI-powered road traffic monitoring and incident detection platform, across Ireland’s motorway network. The project forms part of TII’s enhancing Motorway Operation Services (eMOS) program, which is led by Roughan & O’Donovan (ROD) in joint venture with AECOM. As […]

Nottingham’s new Transforming Cities-funded active travel bridge lifted into place 

Nottingham’s brand-new walking and cycling bridge has been lifted into place. The 87m long, 175 tonne bridge was lifted into place by a 75m CC6800 crawler crane. This crane arrived onsite in sections last week and was carefully erected using other cranes. The crane lifted the bridge from its supports and began slowly moving into position to […]

Stoke-on-Trent trials innovative new approach to road maintenance

The City of Stoke-on-Trent is trialling a new way to maintain its roads that aims to reduce disruption for residents and road users, while also cutting the city’s environmental impact. The pilot introduces a new one pass approach, where multiple fixes – including gully cleaning, road marking refresh, and pothole and surface crack repairs – […]

Greater Manchester launches country’s first inclusive cycling network

Greater Manchester has launched the first inclusive cycling network in England, to help make active travel accessible to everyone – including those with disabilities, long-term health conditions and differing needs. With centres in every borough, the network will enable people to try out different types of cycles in safe and supportive settings, with a focus […]

Road Safety GB celebrates outstanding contributions to road safety

Road Safety GB has announced the winners of its 2025 Awards, including a posthumous Outstanding Contribution Award for its former chair, Sonya Hurt, who passed away earlier this year. Sonya Hurt was a dedicated supporter of Road Safety GB, being vice chair of the organisation before becoming chair from 2016 to 2018. She was well […]

Merseyside: £7m upgrade to A5036 junction delayed

The planned start of works on the A5036 Park Lane junction upgrade in Sefton, Merseyside, originally scheduled for Saturday 8 November, has been postponed. The decision follows feedback received during recent engagement with stakeholders and relates to the potential impact of our work on wider improvement projects in the area. National Highways says it is […]

Staffordshire’s long-term transport vision puts community needs and choice first

A long-term plan has been updated to reflect Staffordshire County Council’s latest transport priorities and put community needs and choice first. The Council’s new Local Transport Plan (LTP) aims to ensure that every resident can choose the most suitable way to travel – or, where possible, benefit from digital connectivity as an alternative to making […]

Gallows Corner: Roundabout to close for six months longer than expected

Gallows Corner roundabout in Romford looks set to be shut for an additional six months due to overrunning roadworks. Transport for London (TfL) have now shared a crucial update for the renewal works of Gallows Corner, a major roundabout connecting the A127 to the A12, says Essex Live. The roundabout was closed in June this […]

‘Critical warning’ issued over state of Northern Ireland’s roads

Northern Ireland’s Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has been asked to respond following a critical warning about the state of Northern Ireland’s roads. It comes after the Mineral Products Association (MPA) highlighted the worsening situation. It said scaled back repair programmes, unprecedented Department of Infrastructure staff shortages and delayed project approvals are just some of the […]

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