Since opening in December 2003, the M6toll has been a driving force in alleviating congestion and pollution in the Midlands, taking thousands of trucks, vans and cars off the M6 and local roads every day. Drivers and commercial fleet operators rely on the M6toll to reach their destination ‘on… Read more »
Christmas comes early for logistics operators after FTA pressure
The axing of the tolls at the Severn crossings this morning (17 December 2018) marks a historic moment for Anglo-Welsh logistics, according to The Freight Transport Association (FTA), as it joins its members in celebrating this festive gift to the logistics industryafter years of campaigning. This morning, FTA member Owens… Read more »
Toll free Severn provides festive boost for communities and business as UK Government brings an end to over half a century of charging
Drivers can travel for free across both the Prince of Wales and original Severn Crossing for the first time in 52 years from this morning (Monday 17 December). The abolition of the tolls, following an announcement by the UK Government last year, comes as thousands of people are expected to… Read more »
Smart Alliance to improve journeys on England’s busiest motorways
Highways England invites companies to join a £4.5bn alliance to improve motorway journeys and continue work to connect the country and deliver roads of the future. The government company has launched the procurement process for its Smart Motorway Alliance. It needs six partners to join it for 10 years to… Read more »
Don’t let M26 motorway plans divert Christmas says RHA
Since Monday night (19 November) until Friday 21 December, Kent’s M26 motorway – one of the UK’s busiest routes for hauliers heading towards, and returning from mainland Europe – will be closed from 10pm until 5.30pm the following morning, Monday to Thursday (inclusive). On Friday nights work will take place… Read more »
Highways England must do more for logistics, says FTA
Highways England must prioritise spending on motorways and major A roads, according to FTA, if Britain’s freight industry is to continue to support the nation’s businesses efficiently. FTA, which speaks on behalf of the logistics industry, was commenting in response to a Transport Focus survey, published this week, which identified… Read more »
Highways England gears up for winter
Highways England’s team of 1,300 specially trained gritter drivers based across the country are geared up for winter, ready to keep drivers moving. The company responsible for the country’s motorways and major A roads has over 500 salt spreading vehicles ready, around the clock, to help drivers get to their… Read more »
Festive boost for logistics from Severn Tolls axe date
The logistics sector will be receiving a special gift just before Christmas Day: the permanent removal of the tolls at the two Severn crossings on 17th December 2018, as confirmed today by Alun Cairns MP, the Secretary of State for Wales. The Freight Transport Association (FTA), the only business group representing… Read more »
Highways England signs deal to help improve motorway journeys
Highways England has signed a deal with contractors to enable the company to respond more quickly when motorways and major A roads need to be resurfaced. With research showing road surface quality continues to be an area of concern with drivers, Highways England is committed to improving journeys. The company… Read more »
800 tonne M6 bridge to bite the dust in major 24-hour operation
A bridge weighing the same as around 60 double decker buses will be dismantled over just a few hours as part of major work to upgrade the M6 in Staffordshire. The bridge, north of Stafford, which is almost 250ft in length, will be dismantled and the entire 150-tonne centre section… Read more »
