Andrew Doyle appointed WSP’s Country Director for Ireland
WSP has appointed Andrew Doyle as Country Director for Ireland. Previously with Egis, Mr Doyle brings over 30 years’ experience delivering major road and rail programmes across Ireland, with a strong background in operational leadership and safety critical infrastructure. Dan Bishop, Managing Director for Rail, WSP commented: “I’m pleased to welcome Andrew to WSP to lead our […]
WSP reappointed to Tees Valley Development Partner contract
WSP has been reappointed to its Development Partner contract with the Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA). The extension ensures continued support for the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS), the Levelling Up Fund, the Active Travel Fund and other flagship projects that will enhance mobility, connectivity and low‑carbon travel across Tees Valley. Building on more […]
Merseyside: WSP appointed sole supplier to Sefton Council’s TTSS contract
WSP has been appointed as the sole supplier to Sefton Council’s new Transport Technical Support Services (TTSS) contract, strengthening a long-standing partnership and supporting the delivery of an ambitious transport investment pipeline across the borough. The initial four-year agreement includes options for three additional one-year extensions. Through the contract, Sefton Council will have direct access […]
WSP appoint Iain Carmichael as Managing Director of its Intelligent Infrastructure in the UK & Ireland
WSP has appointed Iain Carmichael as Managing Director for Intelligent Infrastructure in the UK & Ireland. Iain joins WSP from Ricardo, bringing extensive senior leadership experience that further strengthens our Intelligent Infrastructure capability as he steps into this new role. With more than 30 years’ international experience, Iain has led large, multi‑disciplinary engineering, rail, energy and environmental businesses across Asia, Australia, the Middle […]
WSP extends Leeds Highways and Transportation services partnership
WSP has had its contract with Leeds City Council extended for a further four years, reflecting consistent delivery and enabling the continuation of Highways and Transportation services. The extension builds on more than 20 years of collaboration supporting the Council’s Highways, Transport and Place‑based ambitions, including the development, maintenance and enhancement of critical infrastructure across […]
WSP appoints Sharif Narouz as Major Programme Director
WSP has announced the appointment of Sharif Narouz as Major Programme Director for the UK and Ireland, reinforcing our capability to deliver complex, high-value programmes across the full project lifecycle and multiple sectors. Mr Narouz has extensive experience from senior client roles at AWE, Crossrail and TfL, most recently leading a £5bn+ programme in the Defence Nuclear sector. He is […]
Six contracts awarded on National Highways SPaTS3 framework
An AtkinsRéalis Jacobs Joint Venture, Ove Arup & Partners, Amey, Arcadis, Costain and WSP have been appointed to the £495 million Specialist Professional and Technical Service 3 (SPaTS3) Framework from National Highways. The six year contracts are for these suppliers to provide road transport-related technical consultancy, engineering advice, research and innovation services. These will include, […]
A partnership made in Devon: WSP extends CC contract
WSP has announced the extension of its relationship with Devon County Council to continue the provision of transportation and engineering professional services. The firm was originally appointed in 2020 for an initial five-year contract due to end in March 2025. Since 2020, WSP’s Exeter-based team has delivered over 500 projects for the Council, including highway […]
WSP Advances Transport Innovation with TRB Guidebooks and USDOT Reports
A recently published guidebook is helping transport agencies in the USA understand the resiliency benefits and challenges of using ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) as they consider introducing the technology to their road and bridge projects across the U.S. The report, “Sprayable UHPC for Repair and Preservation,” is the latest in a long line of Transportation Research Board (TRB) […]
Bentley Systems launches new carbon analysis product to help reduce infrastructure’s footprint
The infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems has launched new Carbon Analysis capabilities in its iTwin Experience product to assess and reduce carbon impacts for more sustainable infrastructure. It says the new Carbon Analysis capabilities enable infrastructure engineers to simplify carbon reporting, easily visualise embodied carbon, and rapidly explore alternatives for better designs Embodied carbon […]