We’re coming to Birmingham! Industry signals excitement for ITS World Congress 2027
The people behind the 2027 Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress at Birmingham’s NEC say they have had an “overwhelmingly positive” response from the highways and transport technology industries during the Intertraffic Amsterdam show last week. Representatives from organisers ERTICO – ITS Europe, hosts Transport for West Midlands plus Intelligent Transport Systems UK hosted a joint […]
Intertraffic 2026: Road safety breakthroughs, smarter road maintenance and the politics of road charging thanks to SWARCO, Westcotec, AGD Systems and TRL
From the buzzing show floor in Amsterdam, today’s Highways Voices from Intertraffic 2026 captures the energy of the event and looks at some important views around road safety, maintenance and taxation, as well as focussing on how to make a great exhibition. In this episode, sponsored by SWARCO, Westcotec, AGD Systems and TRL, you’ll hear […]
AI cameras that save lives: Acusensus founder says tech has already prevented hundreds of tragedies
The founder of road safety enforcement company Acusensus says his company’s technology has saved hundreds of families and friends from going through the grief of losing a loved one through road crashes. Alex Jannink (pictured), who was inspired to create the AI-based camera technology to spot people using their mobile phones at the wheel when […]
Future roads: Dutch cycling, freight automation and data-driven safety at Intertraffic 2026, thanks to SWARCO, Westcotec, AGD Systems and TRL
Highways Voices is back in the RAI for Intertraffic Amsterdam, touring the huge exhibition and conference sessions to find out more about the future of transport. These podcasts are brought to you thanks to the support of SWARCO, Westcotec, AGD Systems and TRL. Today we find out how we can learn from the Dutch in […]
AI, safety and the future of mobility: Big names shape the conversation at Intertraffic 2026 thanks to Westcotec, SWARCO, TRL and AGD Systems
You’re catching us in the RAI for Intertraffic Amsterdam 2026 again on Highways Voices today as we discuss AI controlling traffic signals, smarter road safety systems, and data that predicts crashes before they happen. These podcasts are brought to you thanks to the support of SWARCO, Westcotec, AGD Systems and TRL. In today’s programme you’ll […]
UK’s biggest Acusensus distracted driving trial launched in Scotland
Acusensus AI distracted driving camera technology will be deployed in Scotland for the first time to monitor the amount of drivers who use mobile phones behind the wheel and don’t wear seatbelts. Transport Scotland says the issues are two of the ‘Fatal-5’ high-risk driver behaviours, with almost one in four road users killed on Scotland’s […]
AI, smart roads & mobility innovation unpacked on today’s Highways Voices thanks to SWARCO, Westcotec, AGD Systems and TRL
This week Highways Voices podcasts come from Intertraffic 2026, with our reporting team on the exhibition floor of probably the world’s most influential traffic and mobility event. While only scratching the surface of this huge event featuring 900 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors, this episode does capture the energy, insights, and innovative thinking driving the future […]
Prison vans and queue loops on JCT’s agenda
The first speakers at the revamped JCT Traffic Signals Symposium have been announced on subjects that help our cities run more efficiently, cleaner and safer. The popular Symposium returns to its roots in Lincoln in September and headlines with two keynote speeches, by the Department for Transport’s Head of Road Infrastructure Technology Darren Capes, and […]
London Living Lab to trial Dynamic Kerbside Tools under €16.4m CORESpaces Programme
Kerbside management company Grid Smarter Cities is partnering with Transport for London, AppyWay, the London Legacy Development Corporation and a host of other organisations to deliver Corespaces, a €16.4 million (£14.2 million) project funded under the EU’s Horizon Europe programme to accelerate climate-neutral cities across Europe. In total the project brings together 45 partners across […]
Aurrigo International signs £6.28m contract with Ultra Global to build 25 autonomous vehicles
The autonomous vehicle maker Aurrigo International plc has signed the largest vehicle manufacturing order in its history to deliver an initial 25-strong fleet of autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) for a rapid transit system specialist. The £6.28m deal with Ultra Global Limited will see the provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotic platforms […]