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A new road maintenance approach developed jointly can improve efficiencyInnovative road maintenance solutions in Austria. A sophisticated system for managing maintenance tasks has been developed in Austria to meet the specific needs of a highway concession package....
A pothole damage breakthrough?Academic research by two universities in the same UK city shows that patch repairs on potholes could be far more durable if a few simple techniques were consistently used. Guy Woodford reports....
Roadmarking requirements can boost highway safety for road usersRoad markings are an essential component of a modern infrastructure and an essential contributor to driver comfort and road safety. The COST 331 study, which ran from 1996 to 1999, mainly focused on...
Roads are an asset that society cannot live without says the European Road Federation's new long-term safety manifestoRoads are an asset that society cannot live without argues a new manifesto out this month from the European Road Federation, as the lobby group launches a new policy for long-term, effective...
A new road safety drive will cut crashes in EuropeThe ERF is amongst the campaigners for a safer road network. Safety is of crucial importance given the large number of fatalities on Europe's road network. In 2012 alone, more than 30,000 people died...
Shrewd constructionDavid Williams is director of Kijlstra UK, one of the leading European manufacturers and suppliers of drainage solutions. The Group has a turnover in excess of €150 million and sites in numerous...
ERF welcomes European Commission's consultation on charging for the use of infrastructureThat roads are essential for Europe's prosperity is something no policymaker in their right mind would deny Roads have a major impact on our daily lives, as it is one of the primary means of access...
Improving safety for vulnerable road usersDutch-style cycle safety for other European nations Mike Woof writes A recent event held in London during October was aimed at improving safety for vulnerable road users. Called Love London go...
Slow market growth the message at CEWEF 2012Centralised asset management, more use of the latest machine and worksite technology, and deploying value added logistics in machine delivery will enable the construction equipment industry to build...
Chinese manufacturers LiuGong and XCMG in EuropeBoth LiuGong and XCMG are increasing their manufacturing operations, with a focus on Europe - Guy Woodford reports The near 4,000m site is situated about 35km from Amsterdam and is said to have...
MIRA builds on reputation for transport excellenceMIRA in central England has begun a huge redevelopment of its 830 acre site that will see the renowned centre for transport technologies expand its capabilities while, at the same time, create the...
Russia seeks outside investment in road buildingThe Russian road building industry is on the verge of big changes as it bids to improve quality and speed of construction says Eugene Gerden The Russian road building industry is on the verge of big...