Swindon speed camera trial ‘paused’ after warning letters not sent
A trial to reintroduce speed cameras to Swindon, the first authority to switch its cameras off 15 years ago, has had to be paused after the council revealed no warning letters had been sent, and no action taken against speeding drivers. The five Westcotec ANPR cameras were installed near schools and residential areas earlier this year in […]
From garage prototype to global ambition: Westcotec celebrates turning 25
The Managing Director of intelligent transport systems specialist Westcotec has paid tribute to how it improves the lives of its employees and saves the lives of road users, as the company celebrates its 25th birthday. At a special lunch at Norwich City’s Carrow Road football ground in Westcotec’s home county of Norfolk, Chris Spinks also […]
Intertraffic speaks for itself: Highways Voices at the biggest traffic technology show of the year
Highways Voices brought you all the news and views from the Intertraffic Amsterdam 2026 exhibition floor this week, and to say that it was a busy show is something of an understatement. Well over 30,000 visitors, almost 900 exhibitors from 56 countries and spread out over the entire vastness of RAI Amsterdam’s 13 halls, Paul […]
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, 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 […]
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 […]
Westcotec targeting ‘global growth’ at Intertraffic Amsterdam
Intelligent traffic safety systems specialists Westcotec will be showcasing its latest innovations at Intertraffic Amsterdam next week. The Norfolk-based company will highlight its expanding portfolio of sensor-based vehicle-activated signs, collision avoidance solutions and smart city platforms designed to improve safety and gather high-quality data for transport authorities worldwide. Founded in 2001, Westcotec designs, manufactures and […]
Westcotec welcomes data‑led and preventative focus in new Road Safety Strategy
Westcotec have welcomed the Government’s new Road Safety Strategy, recognising its strong emphasis on data, prevention and shared responsibility as a significant step forward in reducing deaths and serious injuries on UK roads. Central to the strategy is a new Road Safety Investigation Branch, which will use linked police and healthcare data to drive evidence‑based […]
Innovation in Action: Behaviour-changing tech, smarter networks and global transport trends
On the final day of the ITS Australia Summit on Queensland’s Gold Coast, Paul Hutton talks to more speakers, exhibitors and thought leaders here on Highways Voices, as we discuss global issues and why the US state of Michigan, the birthplace of the American automotive industry, is represented here to explain how it’s transitioning into […]
Highways Voices: Inside the Future of ITS from Australia
Highways Voices comes from Australia for the next few weeks as we bring you a series of podcasts all about the ITS Australia Summit 2025 in the Gold Coast. These podcasts are brought to you thanks to the support of TomTom, Nicander, AGD Systems Australia, TraceMark Flow an NGIS Solution, Westcotec and TRL. In todays’ […]