Featured Articles
Featured Articles brings together the top-performing and most talked-about articles published on Highways Today. Curated by our editorial team, this collection showcases standout stories that have captured industry attention — from groundbreaking projects and cutting-edge technologies to expert insights and global trends shaping the future of infrastructure.
Real-Time Impact Detection to Revolutionise Roadside Safety
Real-Time Impact Detection to Revolutionise Roadside Safety When it comes to roadside safety, every second counts. Traditional crash cushions, guardrails, and traffic signs are invaluable defences, ye...
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How Agnostic Automation Supercharges Stawell’s Mixed Mining Fleet
How Agnostic Automation Supercharges Stawell’s Mixed Mining Fleet Stawell Gold Mine, situated some 250 km north‑west of Melbourne, isn’t exactly new to automation. For over two decades, it’s called on...
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Financing Secured for Lisbon-Porto High-Speed Railway
Financing Secured for Lisbon-Porto High-Speed Railway Portugal has taken a decisive step towards modernising its transport infrastructure with the signing of a concession contract and the first tranch...
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CASE Expands Midi Excavator Line-up with New E-Series Models
CASE Expands Midi Excavator Line-up with New E-Series Models CASE Construction Equipment has unveiled its latest Evolution E-Series midi excavators, designed to tackle jobs across the 8–10 tonne segme...
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Geely Building a Seamless Space-to-Earth Mobility Ecosystem
Geely Building a Seamless Space-to-Earth Mobility Ecosystem Geely has taken another decisive step in reshaping global mobility with the successful launch of 11 satellites into the fourth orbital belt...
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Digital Transformation in Construction with GS1 UK and NBS Partnership
Digital Transformation in Construction with GS1 UK and NBS Partnership The construction sector is on the brink of a major digital shift thanks to a strategic partnership between NBS, powered by Hubex...
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Volvo L220G Workhorse Gets a New Lease of Life in Malaysia
Volvo L220G Workhorse Gets a New Lease of Life in Malaysia In Malaysia, a decade-old Volvo L220G wheel loader has been given a fresh lease of life through the Volvo Certified Rebuild Program. After mo...
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Construx Group Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of CBE Group
Construx Group Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of CBE Group Construx Group, the Belgian formwork specialist, has taken another decisive step in its ambitious growth strategy with the acquisition...
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JCB Secures $45m US Military Deal for 4CX Backhoe Loaders
JCB Secures $45m US Military Deal for 4CX Backhoe Loaders JCB has clinched a $45 million contract to supply its 4CX backhoe loaders to the United States Marine Corps (USMC), cementing its position as...
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DEVELON Unveils Next-Generation DX270WMH-7 Material Handler
DEVELON Unveils Next-Generation DX270WMH-7 Material Handler DEVELON has introduced its latest innovation in material handling: the DX270WMH-7 wheel material handler. Specifically engineered for recycl...
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Czech Republic Fast-Tracks High-Speed Rail with EIB Advisory Support
Czech Republic Fast-Tracks High-Speed Rail with EIB Advisory Support The Czech Republic is setting its sights firmly on the future of transport, with the European Investment Bank (EIB) stepping in to...
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IFC Finances $220m Sustainability-Linked Loan for Colombia Trade Corridor
IFC Finances $220m Sustainability-Linked Loan for Colombia Trade Corridor The International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group, has announced a landmark financing initiative for o...
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Concrete That Heals Itself with Bacteria could Transform the Built Environment
Concrete That Heals Itself with Bacteria could Transform the Built Environment Concrete may be the backbone of our cities, roads and bridges, but it’s not invincible. Over time, exposure to temperatur...
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IsoMat Cooling Innovation Helping South Eastern Railways Beat the Heat
IsoMat Cooling Innovation Helping South Eastern Railways Beat the Heat Britain’s railway network has long faced the challenge of maintaining operational efficiency during extreme weather. Hot summers...
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Trimble Unveils 0-60 Challenge Trailblazing Startup Finalists for 2025
Trimble Unveils 0-60 Challenge Trailblazing Startup Finalists for 2025 Trimble has revealed the sixteen trailblazing startups selected as finalists in its prestigious annual Trimble 0-60 Challenge. Th...
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Antigravity A1 8K 360 Drone Takes Immersive Flight to New Heights
Antigravity A1 8K 360 Drone Takes Immersive Flight to New Heights Antigravity, a fresh face in the aerial tech market incubated by Insta360 and industry collaborators, has lifted the curtain on its de...
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The Best In Situ Construction Methods for a Lunar Future
The Best In Situ Construction Methods for a Lunar Future As humanity inches closer to establishing a permanent presence beyond Earth, the focus of lunar exploration is shifting from short-term visits...
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UAV Technology Sets New Benchmark for Engineering Inspections
UAV Technology Sets New Benchmark for Engineering Inspections The engineering world is no stranger to change, yet few developments have been as swift and disruptive as the rise of unmanned aerial vehi...
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Navigating the Future with Intelligent PR to Accelerate Growth
Navigating the Future with Intelligent PR to Accelerate Growth In an age when over 92% of consumers trust editorial coverage more than advertisements, businesses are rethinking how they communicate. P...
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RodRadar Expands LDR Excavate™ Bucket Range for Major Infrastructure Projects
RodRadar Expands LDR Excavate™ Bucket Range for Major Infrastructure Projects RodRadar, the company behind the pioneering Live Dig Radar® (LDR) technology, has taken a bold step forward in safe...
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Yanmar Expands Its Compact Equipment Range to Meet Growing Market Demand
Yanmar Expands Its Compact Equipment Range to Meet Growing Market Demand Yanmar Compact Equipment has officially rolled out its full line of compact machinery, providing customers across North America...
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CASE Expands Mini Excavator Range with High-Spec CX38D
CASE Expands Mini Excavator Range with High-Spec CX38D CASE Construction Equipment has bolstered its market-leading compact excavator line-up with the launch of the CX38D, a 3.9-tonne, zero tail swing...
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PlantWorx 2025 Where Innovation Meets the Future of Construction
PlantWorx 2025 Where Innovation Meets the Future of Construction From 23–25 September 2025, Newark Showground will transform into a hub of machinery, technology, and live demonstrations as PlantWorx r...
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Prinoth Panther XL Heads to Antarctica with Norwegian Polar Institute
Prinoth Panther XL Heads to Antarctica with Norwegian Polar Institute The Norwegian Polar Institute has turned to Canadian engineering expertise for one of the most demanding logistics operations on E...
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The Rise of Hydrodemolition in Extending Concrete Lifespans
The Rise of Hydrodemolition in Extending Concrete Lifespans In an interview with Keith Armishaw, Business Development Manager for Aquajet’s North American subsidiary, we explored the evolution of Hydr...
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Sacyr Secures Landmark Sustainable Financing for Key Colombian Road Corridor
Sacyr Secures Landmark Sustainable Financing for Key Colombian Road Corridor Sacyr Concesiones has reached a significant milestone with the successful closure of a €780 million (COP 3.66 trillion) sus...
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Xwatch Safety Systems Celebrates 6,000 Installations
Xwatch Safety Systems Celebrates 6,000 Installations Xwatch Safety Solutions, part of Hexagon, has marked a significant achievement with the installation of its 6,000th safety system, fitted to a RIVA...
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CESAR Scheme approaches 700,000 Machine Milestone in the Fight Against Theft
CESAR Scheme approaches 700,000 Machine Milestone in the Fight Against Theft The CESAR Scheme, the UK’s foremost security and registration initiative for construction and agricultural machinery, is se...
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World’s Longest Suspension Bridge to be Built Over the Messina Strait
World’s Longest Suspension Bridge to be Built Over the Messina Strait After decades of false starts, Italy has finally given the green light to a monumental $15.6 billion project: the world’s lo...
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FORLAND Expands into South East Asia with 260 Truck Order from the Philippines
FORLAND Expands into South East Asia with 260 Truck Order from the Philippines ChinaTruck.org broke the exciting news about FORLAND, who has taken a bold step in its Southeast Asian growth journey wit...
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Exertis Enterprise Takes the Lead with H3C in Europe
Exertis Enterprise Takes the Lead with H3C in Europe In a bold stride towards reshaping the digital infrastructure landscape across Europe, Exertis Enterprise has been named the sole distributor of H3...
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Bentley Going Digital Awards Finalists Set the Standard for Infrastructure Innovation
Bentley Going Digital Awards Finalists Set the Standard for Infrastructure Innovation Bentley Systems has unveiled the finalists for the 2025 Going Digital Awards, shining a spotlight on a remarkable...
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China Redefines Large-Span Arch Bridge Construction
China Redefines Large-Span Arch Bridge Construction China has once again raised the bar for global infrastructure with trailblazing advancements in large-span arch bridge construction. Spearheaded by...
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Construction Firms Must Rethink Their PR Strategy for the AI Search-Driven Era
Construction Firms Must Rethink Their PR Strategy for the AI Search-Driven Era Construction might conjure images of cranes and concrete, but today’s building sites are as much about code and data as b...
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Amey Powers Into the US with New York MTA Contract Win
Amey Powers Into the US with New York MTA Contract Win Amey, the UK-based infrastructure powerhouse, is officially crossing the Atlantic. The company has landed its first US contract, partnering with...
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GelreGroen’s ViA15 Motorway Overhaul Set to Reshape Dutch Infrastructure
GelreGroen’s ViA15 Motorway Overhaul Set to Reshape Dutch Infrastructure In a move that’s set to reshape the transportation landscape of the Netherlands, the GelreGroen consortium has sign...
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Lane Construction Drives Major I-85 Upgrade in North Carolina
Lane Construction Drives Major I-85 Upgrade in North Carolina The wheels of progress are turning swiftly in Gaston County, North Carolina, where Lane Construction, a key player in the Webuild Group, h...
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New Zealand’s Infrastructure Surge to Power Jobs and Growth
New Zealand’s Infrastructure Surge to Power Jobs and Growth New Zealand is laying down more than just tarmac. With a staggering NZD 6 billion (around US$3.6 billion) in project finance for infra...
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NDB Backs South Africa’s Road Revival with ZAR7 Billion Loan
NDB Backs South Africa’s Road Revival with ZAR7 Billion Loan In a bold move to revitalise South Africa’s ageing road network and bolster economic resilience, the New Development Bank (NDB)...
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PlantWorx 2025 Awards Shortlist Sets the Stage for Construction Excellence
PlantWorx 2025 Awards Shortlist Sets the Stage for Construction Excellence The countdown is on for one of the most eagerly awaited events in the UK construction calendar. PlantWorx 2025 returns to New...
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Red Stag Wins Full Sweep in Scotland Excel Bitumen Framework
Red Stag Wins Full Sweep in Scotland Excel Bitumen Framework Red Stag Materials has chalked up a significant milestone in public procurement, securing a place across all four Lots in the highly compet...
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Stevens Equipment Rental Celebrates Half a Century of Heavy Metal
Stevens Equipment Rental Celebrates Half a Century of Heavy Metal In an industry that rarely slows down, longevity is a badge of honour, and Stevens Equipment Rental wears it with pride. What began as...
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Pipebursting Technology Makes a Comeback in the UK with AMP8
Pipebursting Technology Makes a Comeback in the UK with AMP8 In a sector where innovation is often tied to the flash of new tech, one veteran method is making a strong return. Pipebursting, a trenchle...
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ARC Powering Ahead with Liebherr Electric Waste Handling Wheel Loaders
ARC Powering Ahead with Liebherr Electric Waste Handling Wheel Loaders Amager Ressourcecenter (ARC), one of Denmark’s largest municipal waste management companies, is charging full speed ahead o...
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Hitachi Rail’s Acquisition of Omnicom Sets the Track for Global Innovation
Hitachi Rail’s Acquisition of Omnicom Sets the Track for Global Innovation In a move set to reshape the digital rail landscape, Balfour Beatty has agreed to sell Omnicom, its specialist in rail...
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JCB’s Pothole Pro Paves the Way for Smarter Road Repairs for AJ Bretherton
JCB’s Pothole Pro Paves the Way for Smarter Road Repairs for AJ Bretherton In the world of road maintenance, where time is money and disruption is a constant nuisance, one Blackburn based busine...
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ADB’s Bold Push for Sustainable Critical Mineral Supply Chains
ADB’s Bold Push for Sustainable Critical Mineral Supply Chains As the global economy pivots toward decarbonisation and digitalisation, the demand for critical minerals has skyrocketed. These are...
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EIB Injects €100 Million into Cyprus for Road Upgrades
EIB Injects €100 Million into Cyprus for Road Upgrades Cyprus is gearing up for a major road network transformation, powered by a fresh €100 million injection from the European Investment Bank (EIB)....
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Kia Tasman Reimagines The Off-Road Pickup Truck
Kia Tasman Reimagines The Off-Road Pickup Truck Kia has officially stormed into the pickup truck segment with the Kia Tasman. Designed from the chassis up, this is no reworked SUV in a truck’s c...
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John Deere Unleashes PRO Service for Machinery Self-Repair
John Deere Unleashes PRO Service for Machinery Self-Repair John Deere has fired the starting gun on a bold new era of self-repair with the launch of its Operations Center PRO Service. Tailored for con...
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