Highways England · Awarded contract

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Research on Road Markings for Digital Roads and Carbon Emissions in Traffic Signs

Awarded 31 Aug 2022

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Awarded31 Aug 2022

Value£184,771.07

SupplierWSP UK Ltd

AgencyHighways England

RegionSouth East

CategoryResearch & Development

Ended 2y 7mo ago1y 7mo term

Awarded 31 Aug 2022Expired 31 Mar 2024

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Highways England awarded a contract to WSP UK Ltd for research into road markings for digital roads and carbon emissions in traffic signs, road markings, and studs.

The work aimed to determine the road marking performance necessary for the effective operation of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) and their safety systems, such as the automated lane keeping system, and to better understand the carbon footprint impact of traffic signs, road markings, and studs, seeking opportunities to reduce carbon through improvements in materials, manufacturing processes, and plant to support the National Highways net zero Carbon Plan.

The contract value was £184,771.07.

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