Innovation
Here you can navigate through our innovation and research activities and processes, see the key challenges we face as we plan for the future, and get in touch with us if you have a good idea.
"We are potentially entering the “era of roads revolution”. A time when technological changes could drastically alter not only our country’s transport network and roads, but even our concept of mobility. Now is the time for us to look to the future and consider what it might mean."Jim O’Sullivan, Chief Executive, Highways England
Connected Autonomous Plant to 2035
See the Connected and Autonomous Plant (CAP) road map which will revolutionise construction safety and bring productivity gains of £200 billion if adopted by 2040
Get further information about CAP hereOur objectives
Innovation will support our strategic objectives and create value for our customers. Innovation is critical in helping us meet our three imperatives:
Safety
By 2040, we aim for no one to be killed or seriously injured while travelling on or working on our network.
Customer
We will shape our future by listening to, predicting and responding to the needs of our customers.
Delivery
We are upgrading our network to be fit for the 21st century, and driving a step change in efficiency.
