Oxa Unveils Autonomous Ford E-Transit Van and Minibus
The British self-driving vehicle software company Oxa has announced its Oxa Driver Software is now driving its autonomous Ford E-Transit van and minibus on UK and US roads. The company says this marks a significant leap forward in the commercialisation of self-driving technology and that the Ford E-Transit, Europe’s best-selling large electric van, now driven […]
Menai Suspension Bridge reopening after hanger replacement
Following the replacement of all 168 hangers on the Menai Suspension Bridge in North Wales, it has been confirmed that phase one of the programme will be completed on schedule. The bridge will reopen this Saturday (2 November). The start of phase two works, which amongst other things involves the repainting of the bridge, will […]
National Highways looks for Scheme Delivery Framework engagement
National Highways has announced it is looking to its next iteration of the Scheme Delivery Framework, which is one of its mechanisms for delivering maintenance, repair and renewal work on England’s motorways and major A-roads. It’s therefore inviting suppliers to engage on its development, and the overall strategy. Participation in forthcoming events is limited, and […]
Acle Straight speed limit cut set for early next year
It’s reported a lower 50 mph limit could be introduced on A47 Acle Straight in Norfolk in January. The Eastern Daily Press says National Highways has been writing to organisations, businesses and individuals in the area consulting on the changes, which it wants due to the number of collisions on the road. It’s understood average […]
Urgent bridge inspection required on M90
Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland is to undertake urgent investigation works on the concrete edge beam of a bridge carrying a slip road over M90 motorway in Fife. The slip road from the A823(M) eastbound onto the M90 southbound at Junction 2 Masterton will be closed between overnight on Saturday for the checks to […]
Planning review aims to speed up infrastructure building
A report has been published which suggests ways for new roads to delivered more quickly and easily. The Review of Legal Challenges to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects, by leading planning barrister Lord Charles Banner KC, aims to reduce delays to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects “and get Britain building”, with ten recommendations set out for government […]
Think Tank publishes paper pushing for road user charging
The political Think Tank Policy Exchange says road pricing in the UK would give an immediate, large boost to economic performance, and is calling for the Government to introduce a system where motorists pay according to the distance, time and place they travel. It says that, as it stands, congestion on UK roads is costing […]
Waymo gets $5.6bn further investment
Google’s driverless car sister company Waymo has closed its latest investment round, raising $5.6 billion (£4.3 billion), led by its parent company Alphabet, with continued participation from Andreessen Horowitz, Fidelity, Perry Creek, Silver Lake, Tiger Global, and T. Rowe Price. It says that, with this latest investment, it will continue to welcome more riders into […]
Bus cap rises to £3, CPT “concerned”
The Prime Minister has announced the single bus fare cap in England will be raised 50% to £3 in the Budget. Sir Keir Starmer pointed out the increase on the current limit of £2 was due to expire at the end of December, with the new £3 cap in place until the end of 2025. […]
Amey brings back investment division to support public private infrastructure initiatives
Engineering company Amey has re-established its investment division aimed at helping finance current and future demand for new and sustainable infrastructure both in the UK and overseas. The new team will look to support public private investment opportunities, building on the company’s previous experience, bidding for, designing and successfully operating a large number of public […]