LCRIG membership brings together the highways community.
Supporting the Department for Transport by implementing an industry wide collaborative approach.
Assisting council politicians by providing information and resources to help them to understand funding implications.
Creating opportunities for the ‘highways community’ to work together collaboratively.
The website that is valuable to the whole ‘highways community’ which is self-sufficient and sustainable.
Embracing new innovation and technology in the highways and transportation sector.
Who are members of the ‘highways community’?
Politicians, councils, council groups, the supply chain (including utilities), associations, academia, key organisations and the media are all members of the highways community.
The Department for Transport would like to thank you for your organisation’s concerted efforts in recent weeks and to update you on the Department for Transport’s approach to managing construction as part of the Government’s COVID-19 response.
We are giving our #highwaysheros the option to continue working following guidance from government, industry associations and our customers – who need our support to meet their duty to maintain the highways network in as safe a condition as practically possible.
The City of Wolverhampton Council, in partnership with Tarmac, has now laid a new type of sustainable asphalt that uses rubber crumb from the 40 million waste tyres produced every year, to support environmentally friendly roads in the city.
I am very proud to announce my recent Fellowship award from the Institution of Civil Engineers (FICE). I would particularly like to thank my sponsors Paul McMahon, C.Eng., FICE (Leader Civil Engineering, University of Bolton) and David Wilde C.Eng., FICE (Chairman on Wilde Consultants Ltd (WCL)) and Philip Isgar C.Eng., FICE. (Director Sunbeam Management Solutions) […]
Watch the overview video from last years conference in Blackpool.
TRAFFIC SAFETY systems manufacturer Westcotec has today announced delivery of its 10,000th sign. The active speed warning sign has been provided to Surrey County Council, where it has been installed at a location on the A31 Farnham Road in Guildford.
Blackpool council benefit from JMS Lincoln Captive Shotblasting Process improving Skid Resistance Retexturing involves the mechanical reworking of an existing surface to improve its texture and frictional skid-resistance by improving both Micro & Macro Texture. An array of retexturing equipment, based on techniques such as Shotblasting, High Pressure Water, diamond grinding/grooving and flailing, has evolved […]
This year sees Durham County Council upping their fleet of Multihogs for a second time following their first purchase four years ago. Having now taken delivery of their third machine, they are set to save money, maximise usage and provide a more efficient service. Highways Services Manager Mark Readman says, ‘We have built a very […]
Shaun Taylor, highway maintenance manager at Bristol City Council, tells Highways about some of the difficulties his authority had using the SCANNER road condition monitoring technology and how moving to new systems can bring benefits. A survey from the Department for Transport (DfT) late last year on how authorities monitor and collect road condition data, seems set […]
Paignton based Amberon Group is now the biggest employer in the traffic management industry. A regular fixture on the annual Western Morning News Fast Growth 75 list, this year, tHE Amberon Group climbed from 16 to number eight, proving the outlook for ambitious businesses is strong in the South West, as well as showcasing the continued journey from […]
Over the past year Clearview Intelligence has been working with Adapt EMS, a Hitchin based contract electronics manufacturer to successfully re-shore the production of the SolarLite Road Stud back into the UK. Since 1996 when the first SolarLite was installed in the UK’s roads, Clearview have led the way in developing and producing the most […]
Lancashire County Council and Nuphalt Contracting were tasked with creating a multi-user trail suitable for groups within the local community including pedestrians, cyclists and equestrians. Over the past three years Nu-phalt Contracting have been very successful with their product ‘Nu-flex’ which is proving to be one of the most thoroughly tested, developed and cost-effective solutions […]
Carbon reduction should be an integral part of the procurement process in the highways sector, encouraging more companies to significantly reduce carbon as part of any future projects, according to Paul Aldridge, Sustainability Director at WJ Group. Speaking after the accomplishment of WJ’s Product Carbon Footprint Model initiative, Mr Aldridge said: “At the moment there […]
XA© Asset Management System now incorporates a fully accredited UKPMS system for processing and reporting National Condition Indicators and financial information. XA© UKPMS is the newest UKPMS system on the market today and offers local authority users: the fastest data loading and validation. the fastest UKPMS processing. an intuitive, easy to use user interface. elegant […]
Location Prescot Road, St. Helens Start date 12/12/2019 Completion 12/12/2019 Project requirement Gareth Tyson of St Helens Council approached ourselves with the suggestion to install Tac-Grid, our innovative tactile crossing in the colour Violet to commemorate Violet Grace Youens, a beautiful young girl who was tragically killed whilst crossing the Road https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/violet-grace-youens-st-helens-17401813. The family were […]
On Tuesday 25th February, Hitex International Group members L&R Roadlines and Hitex Traffic Safety teamed up with Nottingham Trent University to install the brightly coloured Progress Pride Flag ‘Rainbow Crossing’ on their Clifton campus. Directly outside the campus pavilion, the rainbow crossing provides the University with a symbol of diversity, inclusion and equality as well as […]
A network of 24 air pollution sensors has just been activated across the Central Bedfordshire Council region, as part of a coordinated plan to improve air quality for residents. The sensors have been installed by Norfolk-based Westcotec in partnership with manufacturer Airly. For the first time, the sensor network provides open-access real-time accurate air quality […]
map16 offers a complete digital mapping service that allows it’s users to visualise and interact with areas that need grass cutting management. Areas that require grass cutting can be inspected using tablets by ground crews; they can select areas/lengths and highlight whether works have been completed successfully or not, all backed up with an unlimited […]
The Department for Transport would like to thank you for your organisation’s concerted efforts in recent weeks and to update you on the Department for Transport’s approach to managing construction as part of the Government’s COVID-19 response.
Read moreWe are giving our #highwaysheros the option to continue working following guidance from government, industry associations and our customers – who need our support to meet their duty to maintain the highways network in as safe a condition as practically possible.
Read moreThe City of Wolverhampton Council, in partnership with Tarmac, has now laid a new type of sustainable asphalt that uses rubber crumb from the 40 million waste tyres produced every year, to support environmentally friendly roads in the city.
Read moreI am very proud to announce my recent Fellowship award from the Institution of Civil Engineers (FICE). I would particularly like to thank my sponsors Paul McMahon, C.Eng., FICE (Leader Civil Engineering, University of Bolton) and David Wilde C.Eng., FICE (Chairman on Wilde Consultants Ltd (WCL)) and Philip Isgar C.Eng., FICE. (Director Sunbeam Management Solutions) […]
Read moreWatch the overview video from last years conference in Blackpool.
Read moreTRAFFIC SAFETY systems manufacturer Westcotec has today announced delivery of its 10,000th sign. The active speed warning sign has been provided to Surrey County Council, where it has been installed at a location on the A31 Farnham Road in Guildford.
Read moreBlackpool council benefit from JMS Lincoln Captive Shotblasting Process improving Skid Resistance Retexturing involves the mechanical reworking of an existing surface to improve its texture and frictional skid-resistance by improving both Micro & Macro Texture. An array of retexturing equipment, based on techniques such as Shotblasting, High Pressure Water, diamond grinding/grooving and flailing, has evolved […]
Read moreThis year sees Durham County Council upping their fleet of Multihogs for a second time following their first purchase four years ago. Having now taken delivery of their third machine, they are set to save money, maximise usage and provide a more efficient service. Highways Services Manager Mark Readman says, ‘We have built a very […]
Read moreShaun Taylor, highway maintenance manager at Bristol City Council, tells Highways about some of the difficulties his authority had using the SCANNER road condition monitoring technology and how moving to new systems can bring benefits. A survey from the Department for Transport (DfT) late last year on how authorities monitor and collect road condition data, seems set […]
Read morePaignton based Amberon Group is now the biggest employer in the traffic management industry. A regular fixture on the annual Western Morning News Fast Growth 75 list, this year, tHE Amberon Group climbed from 16 to number eight, proving the outlook for ambitious businesses is strong in the South West, as well as showcasing the continued journey from […]
Read moreOver the past year Clearview Intelligence has been working with Adapt EMS, a Hitchin based contract electronics manufacturer to successfully re-shore the production of the SolarLite Road Stud back into the UK. Since 1996 when the first SolarLite was installed in the UK’s roads, Clearview have led the way in developing and producing the most […]
Read moreLancashire County Council and Nuphalt Contracting were tasked with creating a multi-user trail suitable for groups within the local community including pedestrians, cyclists and equestrians. Over the past three years Nu-phalt Contracting have been very successful with their product ‘Nu-flex’ which is proving to be one of the most thoroughly tested, developed and cost-effective solutions […]
Read moreCarbon reduction should be an integral part of the procurement process in the highways sector, encouraging more companies to significantly reduce carbon as part of any future projects, according to Paul Aldridge, Sustainability Director at WJ Group. Speaking after the accomplishment of WJ’s Product Carbon Footprint Model initiative, Mr Aldridge said: “At the moment there […]
Read moreXA© Asset Management System now incorporates a fully accredited UKPMS system for processing and reporting National Condition Indicators and financial information. XA© UKPMS is the newest UKPMS system on the market today and offers local authority users: the fastest data loading and validation. the fastest UKPMS processing. an intuitive, easy to use user interface. elegant […]
Read moreLocation Prescot Road, St. Helens Start date 12/12/2019 Completion 12/12/2019 Project requirement Gareth Tyson of St Helens Council approached ourselves with the suggestion to install Tac-Grid, our innovative tactile crossing in the colour Violet to commemorate Violet Grace Youens, a beautiful young girl who was tragically killed whilst crossing the Road https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/violet-grace-youens-st-helens-17401813. The family were […]
Read moreOn Tuesday 25th February, Hitex International Group members L&R Roadlines and Hitex Traffic Safety teamed up with Nottingham Trent University to install the brightly coloured Progress Pride Flag ‘Rainbow Crossing’ on their Clifton campus. Directly outside the campus pavilion, the rainbow crossing provides the University with a symbol of diversity, inclusion and equality as well as […]
Read moreA network of 24 air pollution sensors has just been activated across the Central Bedfordshire Council region, as part of a coordinated plan to improve air quality for residents. The sensors have been installed by Norfolk-based Westcotec in partnership with manufacturer Airly. For the first time, the sensor network provides open-access real-time accurate air quality […]
Read moremap16 offers a complete digital mapping service that allows it’s users to visualise and interact with areas that need grass cutting management. Areas that require grass cutting can be inspected using tablets by ground crews; they can select areas/lengths and highlight whether works have been completed successfully or not, all backed up with an unlimited […]
Read moreLCRIG supports the ‘highways community’ by setting up, organising or facilitating CPD presentations, technical training days, member meetings, round table discussions and introductions. Members can also benefit from virtual support through our members’ area, by email and over the phone.
Members of LCRIG are also provided with a Member Profile. This service provides each member with the opportunity to share their organisation’s details, job opportunities, news, videos and links to key information. Members are also able to request for LCRIG to facilitate communication between members and the wider highways community.
Become a Member
Our new recruitment service will be live in the coming weeks.
LCRIG will simply facilitate the posting and sharing of vacancies for the highways community. This service will be free of charge to councils and partner members. In addition, all postings for Apprenticeships, Graduate Placements and Work Experience opportunities will be free of charge to all. Associate Members (and Utility Members) will also be eligible to post a limited number of jobs free of charge.
