From Amsterdam to everywhere: More ideas shaping our roads, thanks to Westcotec, SWARCO, AGD Systems and TRL
Our latest episode of the Highways Voices podcast, recorded live at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2026, brings together six leading voices from across the global mobility sector, highlighting how artificial intelligence, connected systems and data-driven innovation are rapidly reshaping transport, road safety and urban mobility. Podcasts from Intertraffic are sponsored by SWARCO, Westcotec, AGD Systems and TRL. […]
Government announces £1 billion Zero Emissions Truck and Van grants and Depot Charging Scheme
The government has announced a fund to support businesses across the UK roll out electric vans and trucks with £1 billion of funding. It says the Zero Emissions Truck and Van grants and the Depot Charging Scheme (DCS) “aim to tackle two of the biggest barriers to businesses making the switch – upfront costs and […]
TTF Live 2026 hailed an “overwhelming success” after real-world tech demos
The Managing Director of LCRIG is describing the special format used for this 2026 Transport Technology Forum “TTF Live!” conference in Hinckley last week as an “overwhelming success”. Kerry Winstanley, whose Local Council Roads Innovation Group delivers the TTF on behalf of the Department for Transport, says delivering both policy discussions and practical demonstrations “worked […]
New walking and cycling project in Belfast put on hold
The Northern Irish government has decided to halt plans for a new bridge in Belfast “indefinitely” over ongoing legal proceedings around how infrastructure projects are approved and funded. The Ormeau Bridge is planned for walking and cycling but the project is being put on hold because of legal issues around the A5 Western Transport Corridor. […]
Shropshire announces pothole repair drive
Shropshire Council has announced two Roadmaster vehicles are being deployed to tackle potholes on rural roads. The vehicles operate during the sping and summer months fixing potholes and other imperfections using a spray injection patching technique. David Vasmer, Shropshire Council’s Cabinet member for highways and environment, said: “We are determined to get on top of […]
Welsh councils to receive an extra £50m in capital funding
Councils across Wales are to share £50 million in additional capital funding this financial year, which the Welsh Government says will help them “manage rising costs and invest in vital local services”. It says the funding, distributed to all 22 local authorities using the general capital formula, can support a wide range of priorities including from fixing potholes and repairing highways. Councils can use […]
Union declares “state of emergency” over robotaxis
A union representing app drivers and couriers working in the gig economy has warned of an “unprecedented jobs crisis” faced because of the planned introduction of driverless taxis in London this year. In a post on Facebook, the App Drivers and Couriers Union declared a “state of emergency” for 100,000 London private hire drivers. Its […]
Private Hire company calls for minimum London driverless journey fee
The CEO of luxury private hire company Addison Lee is calling for cab drivers in London to be protected with “a minimum price” on robotaxis to prevent “predatory pricing”. The Financial Times reports Liam Griffin has warned that existing private-hire taxi groups could be “priced out of the market” if companies like Waymo and Tesla […]
ITS World Congress and Highways UK to co-locate events in 2027
The organisers of the EMEA ITS World Congress and Highways UK have agreed to locate their 2027 events in adjoining exhibition halls, enabling collaboration between both audiences while preserving the distinct identity and focus of each event. The 33rd Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress will be hosted in the United Kingdom from Monday 26 to […]
Clearview recognised as Milton Keynes’ business of the year
Highways and transport solutions provider Clearview Intelligence has been honoured in two categories at the prestigious Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards. The company was recognised in the Innovation and Technology category for the installation of its SolarLite Path studs on the redway pedestrian and cycling routes in its home city, linking with bus stops to […]