Major works set for completion at key Middlesbrough junction
A major overhaul of a key Middlesbrough road junction is set to be completed. The large-scale programme of repairs and improvements to the A172/A174 Marton Interchange began in March with motorists warned of significant disruption. The scheme – led by Middlesbrough Council and main contractor Esh Construction – required the use of contraflow system on the […]
Winvic appointed by Durham County Council to deliver bridge scheme under NEPO framework
Winvic Construction has been appointed by Durham County Council to design the Witton Le Wear Bridge scheme on the A68 – the company’s first project awarded under the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) Framework. The scheme will see Winvic act as Design and Build Contractor for essential works to the bridge, which carries the A68 over the River […]
‘Shropshire Triangle’ to receive £30 million investment boost for safer journeys
National Highways has announced a £30 million investment to improve safety and journeys for people using the ‘Shropshire Triangle’. Motorways and major A roads play a key role in keeping the UK economy moving, carrying a third of all traffic and two thirds of freight. The Shropshire Triangle is formed of three major A roads […]
Worcestershire unveils local Active Travel infrastructure plans
New South Worcestershire Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans (LCWIPs) have been published by Worcestershire County Council, setting out a long-term vision to make walking, wheeling, and cycling in Droitwich Spa, Malvern, Pershore, and the city of Worcester, safer, more accessible, and attractive for everyone. The South Worcestershire LCWIPs follow a public engagement exercise held […]
Eurovia Surfacing undertakes UK-first operational trial of Dynapac electric highway paver
Eurovia Surfacing has become the first UK contractor to trial the new Dynapac SD25 80C e fully electric highway-class asphalt paver, following its deployment during an overnight highway operation in Essex. Undertaken in collaboration with Dynapac and SMT GB, the trial evaluated the machine’s endurance, performance and compatibility with an established highway surfacing operation. Deployed […]
Cheshire East to undertake further work to explore North West Crewe transport connectivity
Cheshire East Council is to carry out further work to explore how transport connectivity in and around the Leighton area of Crewe could be improved. The work will consider how the transport options in that part of the town can connect with the wider transport network and support the council’s Greater Crewe plans. ‘Greater Crewe’ […]
Velocity aiming to repair ‘tens of thousands’ more potholes after machine investment
Tens of thousands more potholes are set to be repaired each year following a record investment in new machines by road repair and maintenance specialists Velocity. The expansion comes as more highway authorities adopt spray-injection patching to bring their networks up to standard and keep them there, demonstrating how increased funding is leading to visible […]
PrePass Safety Alliance and Oregon DOT launch PrePass Bypass mobile app
PrePass Safety Alliance, the nonprofit public-private partnership advancing commercial vehicle safety and efficiency, today announced the statewide site expansion of the PrePass® Bypass Mobile App in Oregon. Deployment by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) will allow qualified carriers to bypass participating weigh stations at highway speed and receive in-cab safety alerts, helping drivers avoid […]
Wayve and Uber launch autonomous taxis in the UK
With British innovation as its core technology, Uber and Wayve have launched supervised autonomous rides in London, marking the first time autonomous trips are available in the United Kingdom. Starting today (3 September), Londoners requesting an UberX, Uber Electric, or Uber Comfort may be matched with a Wayve ride at no extra cost. Riders matched […]
Transport Scotland to be brought into Scottish Government: what does it mean for Scotland’s roads?
In April we brought you the news that the Scottish National Party had announced it will bring Transport Scotland back within the Scottish Government if it won a majority in May’s Scottish Parliamentary elections. Now the Scottish Government has confirmed that Transport Scotland will indeed be brought back into the core of government as part […]