National Highways trials new low carbon asphalt

National Highways is trialling a graphene-enhanced asphalt which could extend the lifespan of pavement on the strategic road network while reducing their carbon footprint. The surface incorporates a proprietary graphene-enhanced polymeric additive, called Gipave. Graphene is the strongest compound discovered (100-300 times stronger than steel) and acts as a reinforcement to the bitumen film surrounding […]

AtkinsRéalis appointed to design East Airdrie Link Road

North Lanarkshire Council has appointed professional services and project management firm AtkinsRéalis to design the East Airdrie Link Road, which will improve north-south transportation links in the region, including access to the new Monklands Replacement hospital. The company says East Airdrie Link Road is a key project in the council’s wider Pan-Lanarkshire orbital transport corridor […]

AtkinsRéalis reawarded National Highways technology programmes contract

Professional services and project management company AtkinsRéalis has been appointed by National Highways to support delivery of its major technology programmes including the UK’s Digital Roads Strategy. AtkinsRéalis will work with National Highways to implement, manage and drive change of digital and technology programmes across England’s strategic road network. The Technology Programmes Strategic Resources Contract […]

PTV Principal Modeller reflects on the future of modelling

Following the PTV User Group meeting in London on 27 November, the company’s Principal Modeller in the UK, Laurence Chittock has written his thoughts on the event and the state of the industry. He discusses industry challenges, technological advancements including AI and Machine Learning, and adaptability. Highways News publishes his thoughts below, in full: PTV […]