Key Takeaways for Local Highway Authorities MHA+ Project Support and Networking Manager Ian Bamforth attended this year’s LCRIG Innovation and Learning Festival at NAEC Stoneleigh, reporting back on the second day of learning, networking and innovation for local highways professionals. With over 800 delegates, 330+ representatives from 90+ local authorities across England, Scotland and Wales,…
MHA+ is delighted to celebrate the outstanding achievements of its framework suppliers and members at this year’s ICE East Midlands Merit Awards (EMMAs), with Galliford Try and Waterman Aspen’s Teresa Hylton among the evening’s standout winners. Galliford Try: A Remarkable Clean Sweep Galliford Try had an exceptional night at the EMMAs, taking home multiple Merit…
Our webinar, Lunch & Learn and training series continues with a strong programme from May through June. From drainage law to urban network management, permeable paving and biodiversity, there is something for every highways and planning professional. 22 May and 5 June – Land Drainage Law with IQ Legal Training – NOW FULLY BOOKED Two…
Melton Mowbray’s long-awaited new distributor road has officially opened to traffic under the name Pork Pie Way – a title chosen by residents in a public vote that drew nearly 4,000 participants. The name was unveiled at a preview event marked with the ceremonial cutting of a pork pie. Pork Pie Way received 65% of…
Milton Keynes has long been at the forefront of transport innovation. A recent demonstration by MHA+ member Milton Keynes Council and Smart City Consultancy with robotics firm Ohmio showcased the latest developments in autonomous shuttle technology alongside a range of robotic solutions designed to improve city transport. A new way to travel The centrepiece of…
MHA+ is proud to be supporting the National Winter Service Research Group (NWSRG) and Derby City Council in delivering a Winter Service Roadshow on Thursday 11 June 2026. The event will be held at the Museum of Making, 1 Silk Lane, Derby, DE1 3AF, and will run from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Designed for winter service…
Our 2025 Annual Event was a great success, bringing together MHA+ members and their supply chains for a day of collaborative learning and networking. The event featured expert speakers, real-world case studies and interactive workshops led by industry specialists, with a focus on digital innovation and environmental sustainability in the highways sector. Members can access…
The Joint Medium Schemes Framework (MSF4) and Professional Services Partnership (PSP) Community Board met on 23 April 2026 at Burleigh Court Conference Centre, Loughborough, for a morning of presentations, updates and collaboration. The Future of Transport: Amey’s Intelligent Mobility Team John Marcon and Manish Kumar from Amey’s Intelligent Mobility Team presented on three interconnected themes…
Celebrating Innovation Do you know a team delivering outstanding innovation across highways and transport? Nominate them for an MHA+ Annual Award 2026. Three categories are open for nominations Best Use of Innovation to Build Resilience – adapting infrastructure for the challenges ahead Best Use of Innovation in Local Transport – improving how people and goods…
Our Webinars and Lunch & Learn series continues with a fantastic line-up of sessions throughout April and May. From legal liability to AI innovation and carbon reporting, there is something for every highways professional. Wednesday 22 April – Riparian Liability Ian Quayle of IQ Legal Training and Ryan Thomas from Waterman Aspen guide us through…
