Editor’s Choice
The Editorβs Choice articles are the very best articles published on Highways Today, personally selected by the editor for their quality, relevance, and impact. These standout pieces represent the finest journalism on the site, offering insightful analysis, exceptional storytelling, and a clear view of the trends shaping the future of infrastructure and construction.
Huancayo-Huancavelica Railway Revamp advancing Peru’s Modernisation
Huancayo-Huancavelica Railway Revamp advancing Peru’s Modernisation Peruβs ambitious rail modernisation plans are on track, quite literally. The countryβs Private Investment Promotion Agency, PR...
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A new era for Safer Cycling and Walking with AI-powered Sensor Technology
A new era for Safer Cycling and Walking with AI-powered Sensor Technology In a bold step towards safer streets, Solihull has become a testing ground for revolutionary smart sensor technology designed...
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TeCall saving lives with faster Road Crash Response
TeCall saving lives with faster Road Crash Response Road safety is no longer just about seat belts, speed limits, or traffic signs; it’s about harnessing cutting-edge technology to save lives. A...
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Althorp Estate teams up with CESAR and Datatag to battle Rural Crime
Althorp Estate teams up with CESAR and Datatag to battle Rural Crime The Althorp Estate, a name synonymous with British heritage and the ancestral home of the Spencer family, has recently taken signif...
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Watling JCB expands reach in West Midlands with new Acquisition
Watling JCB expands reach in West Midlands with new Acquisition Watling JCB, one of the worldβs largest JCB franchises, has just stepped up its game by expanding its operations into the West Midlands...
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Modernising South Africa’s Freight and Rail InfrastructureΒ with US$266m Investment
Modernising South Africa’s Freight and Rail InfrastructureΒ with US$266m Investment In a bold step towards enhancing South Africaβs freight and rail infrastructure, the New Development Bank (NDB)...
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Vale, Komatsu and Cummins cutting CO2 Emissions with Dual-Fuel Innovation
Vale, Komatsu and Cummins cutting CO2 Emissions with Dual-Fuel Innovation In a bold move towards a more sustainable future, mining giant Vale, together with industry heavyweights Komatsu and Cummins,...
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Ouster’s Blue City is Pioneering the Future of Safe, Smart Traffic Control
Ouster’s Blue City is Pioneering the Future of Safe, Smart Traffic Control Smart cities are no longer just a concept on the horizonβtheyβre rapidly becoming a reality, thanks to innovative techn...
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Humanoid Construction Robots are the Dynamic Workforce of the Future
Humanoid Construction Robots are the Dynamic Workforce of the Future As construction technology advances at a breakneck pace, humanoid robots are emerging as key players in reshaping the industry. The...
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The Rise of Construction Robots in 2024
The Rise of Construction Robots in 2024 The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation as robotics and automation take centre stage. Faced with rising material costs, skilled lab...
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Drones in Construction Transforming Site Management and Beyond
Drones in Construction Transforming Site Management and Beyond Drones have rapidly evolved from niche technology into essential tools within the construction industry. Their ability to provide aerial...
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NoTraffic and SWARCO McCain to usher in a New Era of Intelligent Transportation
NoTraffic and SWARCO McCain to usher in a New Era of Intelligent Transportation In a rapidly evolving world where urbanisation, traffic congestion, and safety concerns are increasingly pressing, the d...
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Using GIS to make Highways Safer and tackle Truck Blow-Over Crashes
Using GIS to make Highways Safer and tackle Truck Blow-Over Crashes In the windswept plains of Wyoming, where the skies stretch endlessly and the weather can shift in an instant, the stateβs three maj...
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Monterrey chosen as hub for Volvo’s new Heavy-Duty Truck Plant
Monterrey chosen as hub for Volvo’s new Heavy-Duty Truck Plant In a strategic move to bolster its presence across North America, the Volvo Group has chosen Monterrey, Mexico, as the location for...
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Esri ArcGIS Online secures FedRAMP Moderate Authorization
Esri ArcGIS Online secures FedRAMP Moderate Authorization In an era where data security is paramount, especially within government operations, Esriβs latest achievement is a significant milestone. The...
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Chile secures $1.27 Billion Investment for Major Upgrade of Route 5 North
Chile secures $1.27 Billion Investment for Major Upgrade of Route 5 North Chileβs Ministry of Public Works (MOP) recently announced the best economic bid for the highly anticipated Second Concession o...
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Boosting Peru’s Coal Export Capacity withΒ Salaverry Port Expansion
Boosting Peru’s Coal Export Capacity withΒ Salaverry Port Expansion In a move set to significantly bolster Peruβs export infrastructure, Salaverry Terminal Internacional SA, the concessionaire fo...
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The Race to modernise Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport in Colombia
The Race to modernise Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport in Colombia Colombiaβs National Infrastructure Agency (ANI) has kicked off the competitive process for the modernisation and operation of the Gustav...
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Electric Grid that thinks ahead set to revolutionise Power Management
Electric Grid that thinks ahead set to revolutionise Power Management As the world grapples with the complexities of transitioning to sustainable energy, the need for a more adaptable, intelligent, an...
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Project Development Funds boost the viability of PPP Project Finance
Project Development Funds boost the viability of PPP Project Finance The challenge of mobilising private investment in infrastructure has long been a pressing issue for governments worldwide. Despite...
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Celebrating Mapping and 25 years of GIS Day
Celebrating Mapping and 25 years of GIS Day On November 20, 2024, the world will come together to celebrate the 25th anniversary of GIS Day, a global event that highlights the power of Geographic Info...
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Dallas Fort Worth Airport’s Journey to Net Zero with Electric Utility Plant
Dallas Fort Worth Airport’s Journey to Net Zero with Electric Utility Plant In a bold move towards a greener future, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) has embarked on a trailblazing...
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Hyphen Solutions unveils new website for the Residential Construction Industry
Hyphen Solutions unveils new website for the Residential Construction Industry Hyphen Solutions, a leader in cloud-based residential construction management software, has unveiled its newly revamped w...
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How BIM is shaping the Construction Industry in 2024
How BIM is shaping the Construction Industry in 2024 In the ever-evolving world of construction, embracing technology is no longer just an advantage but a necessity. As we move into 2024, Building Inf...
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New Deep Tech collaboration to tackle UK Supply Chain Disruptions
New Deep Tech collaboration to tackle UK Supply Chain Disruptions In a significant move to address the ever-evolving challenges in UK supply chains, Digital Catapult has announced a new phase in its M...
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Keltbray Infrastructure Services focuses on growth with EMK Capital Acquisition
Keltbray Infrastructure Services focuses on growth with EMK Capital Acquisition Keltbrayβs Infrastructure Services Limited (KISL), a key player in the UKβs energy and transport infrastructure landscap...
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Unlocking Infrastructure Investment through Blended Finance
Unlocking Infrastructure Investment through Blended Finance In recent years, private capital has grown to dominate global financial resources. This shift parallels a decline in public wealth across de...
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Major Investments in Northern Chilean Airports
Major Investments in Northern Chilean Airports In a significant move to boost infrastructure in Chile’s northern regions, the Sacyr-Cointer consortium has made a substantial economic offer to se...
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Enhancing Conductivity with Helical Structures for Solid-State Batteries
Enhancing Conductivity with Helical Structures for Solid-State Batteries Solid-state batteries have long been hailed as the future of energy storage, offering safety and efficiency improvements over t...
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Unlocking Private Financing with World Bank Guarantee Platform
Unlocking Private Financing with World Bank Guarantee Platform The world faces unprecedented challenges as developing nations grapple with the impacts of climate change, conflict, and pandemics. The s...
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Powering Bosnia’sΒ Green EnergyΒ Future with β¬40.1m EBRD InvestmentΒ
Powering Bosnia’sΒ Green EnergyΒ Future with β¬40.1m EBRD Investment Bosnia and Herzegovina is taking a bold step towards a greener future, backed by substantial financial support from the European...
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Azerbaijan and EIB Strengthen Railway Safety in Milestone Collaboration
Azerbaijan and EIB Strengthen Railway Safety in Milestone Collaboration In a landmark initiative, Azerbaijan Railways, in partnership with the European Investment Bank (EIB), has successfully conclude...
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Liebherr marks 75 Years of Innovation with 100,000 Machines
Liebherr marks 75 Years of Innovation with 100,000 Machines In an industry where numbers often speak louder than words, Liebherr-Hydraulikbagger GmbH has hit a landmark worth celebrating. On its 75th...
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EIB and ANA invest β¬50m to drive Sustainable Airports in Portugal
EIB and ANA invest β¬50m to drive Sustainable Airports in Portugal In a significant leap towards sustainable aviation, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Aeroportos de Portugal (ANA) have cemented...
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AtkinsRΓ©alis to design key East Airdrie Link Road in Scotland
AtkinsRΓ©alis to design key East Airdrie Link Road in Scotland In a move set to transform transport infrastructure in Scotland, North Lanarkshire Council has selected AtkinsRΓ©alis, a globally renowned...
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NMITE Scholarships and Bursaries Offer Support for Aspiring Engineers
NMITE Scholarships and Bursaries Offer Support for Aspiring Engineers When it comes to building a career in engineering, financial barriers shouldnβt stand in the way of talent and ambition. The New M...
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Revolutionising Transport with New AI Course for Transport Professionals
Revolutionising Transport with New AI Course for Transport Professionals Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a game-changer across various industries, and the transportation sector is no...
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Shell announces Strategic Alliance with L&T Technology Services
Shell announces Strategic Alliance with L&T Technology Services In a landmark move that underlines the critical importance of innovation in the energy sector, L&T Technology Services Limited (...
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Building the Future with Innovation and Growth
Building the Future with Innovation and Growth In a world where the construction industry serves as a linchpin for economic development, innovation has become the key to sustaining growth and navigati...
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Educational Courses Shaping Construction Technologies
Educational Courses Shaping Construction Technologies The construction industry is at a pivotal juncture, where technological advancements are reshaping not just the tools and materials used, but the...
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Biofoams Poised to Revolutionise Sustainable Construction
Biofoams Poised to Revolutionise Sustainable Construction The construction industry is on the brink of a transformation that could alter the way we build, breathe, and live. Imagine buildings that aut...
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Capitalizing African Entrepreneurship withΒ ARISE IIP and AFC
Capitalizing African Entrepreneurship withΒ ARISE IIP and AFC In a significant stride toward fostering industrialisation and economic prosperity across Africa, ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (AR...
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Bus Rapid Transit System to transform Urban Mobility in Cavite
Bus Rapid Transit System to transform Urban Mobility in Cavite Cavite, one of the most dynamic provinces in the Philippines, is taking a monumental leap forward in its urban transportation landscape....
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Uzbekistan’s ambitious Urgench International AirportΒ Modernisation Project
Uzbekistan’s ambitious Urgench International AirportΒ Modernisation Project As Uzbekistan continues to open its doors to the world, the need for modern, efficient, and well-managed infrastructure...
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Rethinking Dubaiβs Sewerage Infrastructure from Pumps to Gravity
Rethinking Dubaiβs Sewerage Infrastructure from Pumps to Gravity Dubaiβs ambitious infrastructural landscape is set to undergo another significant transformation with the launch of the Dubai Strategic...
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Transforming Bohol-Panglao International Airport in the Philippines
Transforming Bohol-Panglao International Airport in the Philippines The Philippines is taking a monumental step toward modernizing its aviation infrastructure, with the Bohol-Panglao International Air...
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Baghdad Metro Rail Project a leap forward for Iraq’s Infrastructure
Baghdad Metro Rail Project a leap forward for Iraq’s Infrastructure The Baghdad Metro Rail Project, a colossal undertaking valued at US$17.5 billion, is set to redefine Iraq’s urban landsc...
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Tokenization of Real-World Assets Goes Mainstream
Tokenization of Real-World Assets Goes Mainstream Tokenization of real-world assets is rapidly becoming the norm, with most major financial institutions already handling these digital assets. This tre...
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Japan’s 310 mile Conveyor Belt could revolutionise Freight Transport
Japan’s 310 mile Conveyor Belt could revolutionise Freight Transport The Japanese government has set its sights on a ground-breaking initiative that promises to transform the country’s log...
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Fintech Solutions are bridging the Financial Divide
Fintech Solutions are bridging the Financial Divide Small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the lifeblood of economies in developing countries. These businesses, which include everything from s...
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