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Renewable Energy Generation and Distribution from Road Network Assets
2 Oct 2017First phase of research is to develop a process for assessing the implementation of renewable proposals (energy generating devices) for use in Road Authority context in Scotland from inception to completion.
Estimate of the Impact on Emissions of a Reduction in Air Departure Tax in Scotland
16 Aug 2017EME2 with Softer PEN Bitumen (Phase 2)
1 Aug 2017Second phase of initial research into the potential use of softer pen EME2 materials on the Scottish road network. The study will take the outcomes of the initial laboratory testing work in order to develop design curves for pavement design.
A procedure for justifying aggregate use based on in-service skid performance
1 Aug 2017Study to establish a methodology to determine the in-service properties (skid-resistance) of locally sourced aggregate, thereby allowing the road maintenance community access to additional sources of materials from local Scottish quarries.
SCANNER Research
3 Jul 2017Collaborative research with UK Department for Transport and Consortium for Highway Condition Surveys (CHiCS) and led by Surrey County Council into three areas: Optimising the Consistency of SCANNER data; Review the appropriateness of SCANNER RCI Reporting and Review of SCANNER Condition Parameters.
High speed friction assessment of TS2010
3 Jul 2017Study to carry out high-speed friction testing on a range of road surfacing used on the Scottish trunk road network.
Borders Railway Year 1 Evaluation
15 Jun 2017A Stage 1 Evaluation of the re-opening of the Borders Railway
National Transport Strategy Early Engagement Consultation Survey
1 Jun 2017The early engagement consultation survey was carried out to shape the key themes of the National Transport Strategy review and inform wider engagement. It was launched in Dec 2016 and closed in Mar 2017. This analysis of responses was produced by Lucy Robertson of Craigforth for Transport Scotland.
Arran & Campbeltown Mainland Ferry Terminal – Appraisal of Options
16 Mar 2017The study is an appraisal of two mainland port options for Arran
The Value of the Trunk Road Network to Society and the Economy in Scotland
13 Mar 2017This report contains the results of new research that estimates the economic and societal contribution made by Scotland’s Trunk Road Network