National Highways looks for new A47 contractor
National Highways is looking for a new contractor to redevelop the A47/A11 Thickthorn junction near Norwich. A spokesperson has confirmed that, while “Galliford Try will continue to work with National Highways on the redevelopment of the A47/A11 Thickthorn junction, near Norwich, delivering a package of preconstruction works for the project,” the contract with the company […]
National Highways warns of danger to roadworkers as incursions set to double
Senior figures from National Highways are urging drivers to respect those working on the road after new figures for the east of the country show that road incursions are set to double this year. In the first five months of 2023, 123 roadwork incursions have taken place. Last year the total figure across 12 months […]
New National Highways pavement asset management system launches
Three times as many people have logged onto the new National Highways pavement asset management system (P-AMS) in the first fortnight than the total number of users in the last year for its predecessor (HAPMS). National Highways has replaced its longstanding pavement management system (HAPMS) with the new P-AMS system. Bringing together specialists from across […]
National Highways to use hydrogen powered construction machinery
National Highways has launched one of the UK’s largest ever purchases of low-carbon hydrogen, in a move that would reduce the carbon footprint of the Lower Thames Crossing, accelerate the construction industry’s shift away from diesel, and kick start the highly anticipated development of a hydrogen ecosystem in the Thames Estuary with the potential to […]
People in Peterborough surveyed about highways and transport
A survey asking residents for their views on the city’s highways and transport services has been posted to people in Peterborough. A random sample of around 4,300 residents are receiving the National Highways and Transport public satisfaction survey asking for their views on highways and transport services, from the condition of roads and footpaths to […]
Iconic bridge to be shut for 13 weeks to remove infilling
National Highways has detailed its plans to remove infilling from the Great Musgrave Bridge in Westmorland, involving a 13-week closure to the B6259 until mid October. Last September the Government-owned company received an enforcement notice from the local council to remove the infill which had been carried out in 2021. Amco Giffen is expected to […]
National Highways sets out British Grand Prix traffic management plans
National Highways is deploying extra traffic officers to patrol the area around the British Grand Prix track at Silverstone to keep traffic flowing and clear any incidents as quickly as possible. Some 480,000 visitors are expected over the course the next four days, with 160,000 due on Sunday, an increase of 18,000 on last year. […]
GRAHAM hits construction milestone at M2 junction 5 improvements scheme
Civil engineering specialist GRAHAM has reached a milestone on the M2 junction 5 improvements scheme, with some significant changes made that will benefit road users. GRAHAM was awarded the £92m M2 junction 5 improvements scheme by National Highways in June 2021. The junction is one of the busiest in the region and experiences large queues […]
National Highways to spend over £200m into improving regions roads in the East
Motorists travelling in the east are set to benefit from safer and smoother journeys, as National Highways this outlined a multi-million pound package of improvements to roads, pavements, and bridges across the region over the next 12 months. Well-known motorways and major A roads including the M11, A14, A1, A47 and A12 are all included […]
Changes to Dart Charge process as Conduent takes over
National Highways has announces changes to the payment system for journeys across the Dartford Crossing over the River Thames. The new Dart Charge Service Provider, Conduent, will become responsible for vehicle identification, payment processing and account management. Previous supplier Emovis will continue to issue and handle enquiries for Penalty Charge Notices. National Highways says it haas undertaken […]