Awards launched to recognise Transport and Energy innovation
A new awards is being launched to recognise collaboration in the private and public sectors in the transport and energy sectors. The awards ceremony will take place on 16 November after the Transport + Energy Forum, at the evening networking dinner. Announcing the launch, Alec Peachey Editorial Director for Transport + Energy commented: “As the transport […]
Scottish campaigners call for ANPR-based charging on tourist route
A campaign group of people living near the North Coast 500 tourist route around the top of Scotland are calling for ANPR cameras to be installed to charge visitors to use the route. The NC500 was created as a specific route in 2015 and has proved very popular with visitors, and is dubbed one of […]
Industry-leading experts take turns to chair JCT Traffic Signals Symposium sessions
Some of the country’s leading transport technology experts will be leading the conversation at the popular JCT Traffic Signals Symposium next month as they chair the learned programme of papers during the event. The two-day symposium features 23 separate presentations covering a range of topics including road safety, traffic management research, asset management and on-street […]
APT SKIDATA installing new parking technology in Blackpool
Parking and people access solutions technology business APT SKIDATA has been selected by Blackpool Council to install a digitally-based parking technology and management system at the multi-storey car park serving Houndshill Shopping Centre. Blackpool Council says the investment will introduce improved technology that enhances the user experience: “The Houndshill Car Park systems are dated and […]
Time running out to enter LCRIG’s DfT special Recognition Awards
The Local Council Roads Innovation Group is looking for final entries for this year’s DfT Special Recognition awards, which form part of Strictly Highways in Blackpool from 3-5 October. The awards, now in their fifth year, were established by the late Steve Berry OBE, the Department for Transport’s former Head of Highways Maintenance, Innovation and […]
ITS UK seeks new Membership Exec
The country’s industry association for intelligent transport systems, ITS UK, is recruiting for a new Membership Executive. The role has come up because of the departure of Wendy Irving after 23 years with the organisation. The job involves supporting engagement with ITS UK members and driving growth in the organisation. Details are here. (Graphic – […]
Expert’s safety warning as 1 in 10 cyclist casualties under 16
A cycling safety advocate and injury specialist is flagging new data which is raising concerns about the safety of teenage cyclists on our roads. Partner at road injury law firm RWK Goodman Mark Hambleton has shared advice on the overlooked signs of concussion that parents should be aware of, the places where teenagers are most at […]
Statistics show big fall in fatalities on roads with speed cameras
A study in New York has found that speeding, injuries, and traffic fatalities declined in areas with speed cameras during the first year of 24/7 enforcement. The US has been behind the UK in embracing automated enforcement, so the effects of new schemes are analysed carefully there. NYC Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said […]
National Highways to restore rare heathland habitat in Surrey
National Highways is beginning work to restore up to 25 hectares of heathland near the M25 Junction 10 intersection with the A3 at Wisley. The government-owned company says the junction is surrounded by ancient heathland, but is a habitat that is one of the UK’s most threatened environments, with 85% lost across the region over […]
Drivers complain of ULEZ fines after inadvertently using fake payment sites
Drivers into London have told how they have been fined hundreds of pounds by Transport for London after paying Ultra Low Emission Zone fees on sites which turned out to be run by fraudsters. The BBC has spoken to several people who fell for the scams, including one man who had to pay more than […]