Solving the transport issues of today and tomorrow calls for a wider range of tools, solutions and skills, according to Mott MacDonald.
Improving connectivity in the past usually meant building more roads, but that era looks set to change with National Highways previously suggesting we already have the road network we need. As National Highways – and the wider industry – look to the future then, it’s clear that renewals, enhancements and digital roads will need to play an increasingly central role; making sure the network delivers for its customers, rather than major road building.
This change in direction is likely to be mirrored on local roads too with an emphasis on improving flow and ensuring mobility for all, rather than just the needs of cars and lorries. According to Mott MacDonald, these shifts mean that the highways industry must evolve to respond and support clients in this new era.
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