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We need to rebalance to reach a resilient net zero energy system
The UK needs to move away from energy supply scenarios that provide a false sense of security.
HS2 to share project insight with the wider industry
HS2 launches new Learning Legacy website to share project insight with the wider industry.
Green light for £63m Scottish rail electrification programme
Construction expected to get underway on £63m Barrhead corridor in April 2022, with completion by December 2023.
Ban domestic flights and promote rail to tackle climate change, says national charity
Campaign for Better Transport calls on government to ban domestic flights and make trains cheaper to help tackle climate…
Industry-first venture capital AI tool launched
AI-based web-tool launched to help entrepreneurs instantly assess the relevance of their business for future investment.
HS2 to host biggest ever Meet the Contractor event
HS2 releasing over 250 packages of work for SMEs, with contracts ranging from £4,000 to £158m.
Delivering a recycling success to Baku
Baku recycling programme is drastically reducing the waste that is burnt or sent to landfill.
Women can be HGV drivers too, say transport lobby group
Haulage industry cannot continue to ignore 50% of the population, say Women in Transport.
Transport investment key to levelling up, PM tells Tory party conference
Boris Johnson’s conference speech includes a pledge to deliver Northern Powerhouse Rail.
Anti-construction protesters could face six-months jail under tough new rules
Tougher penalties include new offences of interfering with the operation or construction of key infrastructure.
Industry remains upbeat despite September growth slowdown
Monthly PMI shows that shortages of materials and staff held back construction recovery in September.
Atkins appointed to South East Water’s asset management programme
Atkins appointed to lead South East Water’s asset management programme in five-year deal.