Published in November 2019, this report explores what customers and experts think a lower carbon future of road transport might look like and outline steps that European consumers, industry and government together can take to get there. It provides useful insight on what the 2040 future might hold for autonomous vehicles, connected transport, … [Read more...] about On The Move: Navigating the Future of Road Transport
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Managing demand in the North East
This research paper on demand management provides background research to inform the development of the RTS. View paper … [Read more...] about Managing demand in the North East
What makes a successful city region?
This research paper considers the elements (of transport and planning policies) which have led to City-Regions being regarded as successful and to help the north east to better understand and articulate that the issues faced in our region are similar to those faced by other City-Regions, both in the UK and across the world. It also attempts to … [Read more...] about What makes a successful city region?
Nestrans Board Members’ Workshop – December 2019
Presentation to the Nestrans Board on 11th December 2019 focussing discussion on four significant strategy elements of: Mass transitActive travel networkDemand managementRural accessibility The presentation slides can be viewed here. … [Read more...] about Nestrans Board Members’ Workshop – December 2019
Consultation summary October 2019
We have taken on board all the comments received through consultation on the discussion papers, summarised them in this document and will use points raised to inform the development of the strategy. There will be further opportunities to comment on the draft RTS as it develops and we will continue to post all relevant updates and documentation on … [Read more...] about Consultation summary October 2019
Six headline principles of the strategy receive board approval
Nestrans2040 continues to progress following the Board approval of the six headline principles for the strategy that will take us to 2040. The key principles will set the tone and direction of the strategy overall and are: A 50:50 mode split between car driver and sustainable modesImproved journey efficienciesZero fatalities on the road … [Read more...] about Six headline principles of the strategy receive board approval
