CONFERENCE

Hear from an impressive line-up of senior industry leaders from across the private and public sector. Topics include the future of road investment, technology and innovation, update on project pipelines, reaching net-zero roads at pace.

Industry thought-leaders tackle the difficult conversations that need to be had across transportation infrastructure. Topics include EDI, air quality, skills, health and safety and suicide prevention.

National Highways will outline their expectations when looking for collaboration and debate the key infrastructure challenges within the road network supply chain including quality, sustainability and digitalisation.

With support from LCRIG and ADEPT, local authorities and collaborative partners share the true impact of government investment and how to tackle industry wide challenges on a local level. Topics include funding models, active travel, best-practice collaboration, carbon management and network resilience.

Cutting-edge technologies and policies for future-proofing road infrastructure and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain. Topics include the implementation of cyber security strategies, data collation and management, lean and agile operations and 5G, connectivity and AI.

With net-zero targets set, this theatre will outline how the road network can embed sustainability early on in the design process. Topics covered include social value, biodiversity, circular economy and vehicle emissions, sustainable contracting.

Bringing together transport authorities and the energy sector, OEMs and fleet operators to enable collaboration and ensure infrastructure is geared up for the rapid migration towards low carbon vehicles across personal mobility, public transport and fleets and logistics. Topics include zero emissions freight ad public transport, charge point installers, local EV charging, alternative fuels supply chain.

What infrastructure is needed for successful and effective network management? Explore the latest technologies and policies being implemented to mobility pricing, clean air zones, driver safety, digital roads.

Cutting-edge technologies and policies to digitalise construction processes to ensure smooth implementation and drive efficiently, safety and quality. Topics include digital twin, drones, robotics, AI and VR mapping, 3D mapping, BIM.

Bringing together the entire supply chain to discover the latest innovations in materials, components and processes used during the construction and maintenance of highway projects to drive efficiency, sustainability, and durability. Topics include road surfacing and marking, climate resilience, excavation, and circular economy.

Thought-leaders discuss how technology can improve congestion management from the latest enforcement tech, AI, smart signage and parking solutions. Topic includes smart parking, demand management, E-mobility, kerbside management and smart cities.

Outlining the principles that underpin effective asset management and its impact on safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability of roads, bridges, tunnels and traffic technology across the UK. Topics include data collation, risk assessment and prioritisation, performance indicators and monitoring and life cycle cost analysis.