Transport Scotland’s National Speed Management Review Consultation could see the speed limit for HGVs on single track roads raised to 50 mph: Logistics UK’s Senior Policy Manager Alexandra Herdman says that the move, which will bring Scotland into line with England and Wales, will boost efficiency and reduce C02 without… Read more »
Invest in roads to attract more international visitors and boost economy, RHA urges Government
The RHA has said the Government must invest in roads and infrastructure projects to support its ambitions to welcome 50 million international visitors per year by 2030. Tourism Minister, Sir Chris Bryant MP unveiled the Government’s vision in a speech at the Tourism Alliance Conference where he said collaboration withindustry… Read more »
Foundation work starts on bridge to take A38 highway over HS2 line
HS2 has begun foundation work for a new bridge that will take the high-speed line under a major A road on the outskirts of Lichfield, Staffordshire. An expert team of engineers has started work directly underneath the A38 carriageway at Streethay to create the foundations of the Rykneld Street bridge,… Read more »
Faster transport times across Europe: the Rhenus Group transforms its groupage freight traffic
The international logistics specialist, Rhenus, is restructuring its groupage freight solutions for transporting goods by road in Europe. Following a successful test phase in Germany, the newly organised structure will apply to the entire European network from 8 January 2024 onwards. Rhenus will enable its customers to enjoy much shorter… Read more »
CargoBeamer Secures 140 Million Euro in Investment Capital
Leipzig-based company receives 90 million euros from transport ministries in Germany and Switzerland for new terminal construction projects CargoBeamer, the leading logistics company for fast, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly freight transport in Europe, has received commitments totaling 140 million Euro from public and private investors as part of its current… Read more »
Construct IT and Wienerberger build on strong foundations with new nationwide 4-year contract award.
From the Ground Up: Construct IT and Wienerberger build on strong foundations with new nationwide 4-year contract award. Construct IT are delighted to announce the award of a significant increase of contracted volume with Wienerberger, the world’s largest brick manufacturer, for 2024. The contract, a milestone in the young history… Read more »
National Highways announces winners of roadworks innovation competition
Three winning ideas are to be trialled with National Highways which will use the latest technology to help ease the pain of roadworks for drivers, businesses and local communities. National Highways launched its innovation competition to find new ways to improve people’s experiences of roadworks. Earlier this year, 10 finalists… Read more »
HS2 – RHA welcomes Prime Minister’s road investment pledges for the North and Midlands
The RHA has welcomed Rishi Sunak’s pledge that some funds from the scrapped HS2 Birmingham to Manchester line will be directed to improving roads. The Prime Minister announced Network North at the Conservative Party Conference to replace the scheme. Declan Pang, RHA Director of Public Affairs and Policy, England, said:… Read more »
Have a safe T.R.I.P this summer. National Highways launches major new safety campaign ahead of holiday season
National Highways is launching a major new driver awareness campaign calling on motorists to plan their summer journeys ahead of one of the busiest times of the year for vehicle breakdowns. In July and August 2022, National Highways traffic officer patrols dealt with more than 21,000 breakdowns on motorways, with… Read more »
Nearly £50 million boost for safer roads across England
£47.5m Government investment to improve safety of 27 of the country’s most dangerous roads From the Isle of Wight to Newcastle, road users across England will benefit from road safety improvements with 50% funding uplift Investment will prevent over 750 fatal and serious injuries over the next 20 years, with… Read more »
