Every corner of the UK highways sector - from local authorities and major contractors to tech innovators and policymakers – have converged under one roof to shape the future of transport at Highways UK 2025, and Highways Voices is here at the NEC to bring you what’s being talked about.

In today’s podcast, sponsored by Clearway, Westcotec, Arcadis and SWARCO, you’ll hear how Highways UK 2025 is addressing real-world challenges, from operational technology upgrades and smarter maintenance strategies to collaboration across public and private sectors.

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You’ll hear how National Highways and local authorities are aligning to deliver safer, more efficient, and future-ready road networks, proven strategies for exhibitors and suppliers to maximize ROI and form stronger industry connections and the latest innovations in road technology - from ghost plate detection and smart signage to partnerships reshaping traffic management.

Our guests are:

· Highways UK General Manager Claudia Davidson

· Boundary Marketing and PR’s owner Helen Blood

· SWARCO UK Managing Director John Pickworth

· Messagemaker Displays Senior Commercial Manager Josh Lyne

· NOW Wireless Project and Sales Manager Paul Hudson

· ERTICO – ITS Europe CEO Joost Vantomme