highway works through collaboration’ will be hosted by the Pavement Forum’s chair Martin McLaughlin. Also engineering and programme manager for Transport Scotland, McLaughlin will discuss the work of the Pavement Forum, the process of taking ideas and research from proposal to delivery, and will present mini case studies on the group’s work. THE DEMONSTRATION AREA Set just off the exhibition floor, the larger than ever Demonstration Area will showcase the latest and most innovative pieces of kit, offering the ideal way to see, touch and test new equipment. Almost all of Scotland’s local authorities will be attending, so it will be a unique opportunity to meet the right people and make new contacts. Bring plenty of business cards and don’t be afraid to get some face to face time with colleagues, peers, and even competitors. EXHIBITOR ZONE Meet a wide cross section of quality buyers from Scotland and the North of England, including local government (95 per cent of Scotland’s local authorities attended last year), central government, utilities, contractors and consultants, engineers, surveyors, architects and many more. The Exhibitor Zone provides an opportunity to engage with existing clients, launch
Relevant for all road safety experts, traffic management officials, parking professionals, utilities providers, engineers and transport planners, the show will offer the opportunity to visit exhibitors and hear from industry experts new products, raise your company’s profile, get advice from leading associations and increase profits and sales.
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business, leisure and tourism. Transport Scotland is focusing on transition to a low carbon economy through low carbon technology and infrastructure, reducing emissions, tackling climate change and improving air quality. Together, SCOTS and Transport Scotland will be holding a topical conference at Road Expo Scotland, covering the latest transport issues affecting Scotland. L
TRANSPORT SCOTLAND Transport Scotland is the national transport agency for Scotland. Through the development of transport projects and policies, it supports businesses, communities and services, connecting people across Scotland and beyond. An agency of the Scottish Government, its purpose is to increase sustainable economic growth through the development of national transport projects and policies. Since 2012, the Scottish Government has allocated over £5.4 billion investment in transport infrastructure and services. Transport Scotland’s priorities for this investment are to connect Scotland and improving reliability and journey times in order to maximise opportunities for employment,
The Royal Highland Centre is next to Edinburgh Airport and only minutes away from the city centre and M8 / M9 motorways. Parking at the event is free. Alternatively, a frequent bus service is available from both of Edinburgh’s main train stations, Waverley or Haymarket. FURTHER INFORMATION www.road-expo.com
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