National Trails’ Post

Busy city centers, alpine serpentines: Truck drivers travel a wide variety of roads in Europe. It is good to know how fast you are allowed to drive on which road in which country – especially in the interest of road safety. Our comprehensive speed limit table gives you all the information you need at a glance and saves you time-consuming research. The most complete overview of truck speed limits in Europe: https://okt.to/3WsYRP

The European Transport Safety Council publishes report on improving road safety of e-scooters, highlighting that the increasing popularity of e-scooters underpins a need for safety measures across Europe. https://buff.ly/3Odga7F #eScooters #Micromobility #RoadSafety

Stations and trains are all about destinations and decisions. It is figuring out where you’re going to go and actualizing the process to get tickets and get your ass on the rail car. It’s pretty simple, but it takes planning. It takes patience to know that not everything will happen the way and when you want. Understanding that diversions will happen, conductors will inspect your ticket, and arrival times may change. It brings all of you to participate. Read More: https://lnkd.in/eT63RsYf

Nearing a new month means getting organised for the journeys that lie ahead! We understand that route-planning is essential to increasing efficiency and minimising potential delays so that every delivery can run smoothly. At Cross Country Carriers, we map out our journey, so you don’t have to face the repercussions of a late delivery! No matter your haulage requirements, we’re equipped to help you. Contact us now for more information. #CrossCountryCarriers #LogisticsExcellence #PlanAhead #DestinationSuccess

How do we increase active transport mode share in Australia and NZ? We recently completed an 18-month project for Austroads focused entirely on this question. We looked at a wide range of measures and identified their impact, cost, and complexity. The Guidance document is intended to help transport and planning agencies boost the proportion of trips by foot and bicycle. We look at everything from car parking, modal filters, and protected bike lanes, through to land use planning measures to boost density. We are running three webinars on this project. The document itself, as well as the webinar registration page can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gAvJ_Nd4

Keeping your focus on the road, maintaining a safe speed, and taking breaks as needed are ways large truck and bus drivers can do their part to share the road safely. Learn how you can help keep #OurRoads safe for everyone: https://lnkd.in/gHUqCVgR #OurRoadsOurSafetyWeek

Adoptability of Transitway technology between exclusive guideway and dense urban environment is very promising for many upcoming opportunities in US

How can we get the best out of active transport? This is a terrific report in its scope and content. Well done to Austroads, Dr. Elliot Fishman and coauthors, and everyone involved. I’m particularly pleased to see behaviour programs thoroughly described and justified. Infrastructure alone can only ever be a partial solution. It’s great to see a holistic and comprehensive approach. While it doesn’t actually refer to “systems thinking” it definitely demonstrates many of its attributes. The best outcomes will be achieved by a combination of integrated high value programs. I’d make three comments: 1. The note for the hatched area on Figure 7.4 is unnecessary and distracting. Even if a “Combination of high volumes and low speeds are very rare”, such locations still need to be managed. After spending 6 weeks in inner Melbourne, I’ve found many such locations. This figure also raises the issue about what is meant by speed - speed limit, travel speed, 85%, maximum, or something else? 2. The report touches on processes but only barely. A fundamental flaw in providing for, promoting and maximising active transport is the substandard transport planning processes and project planning. For instance, the Metronet projects in Perth had behaviour change programs to maximise active transport and patronage in the cost-benefit justification. But the programs were deleted because they were ‘operational’ not projects costs. Active transport projects and programs need to be normalised in transport planning. 3. People are important. Professionals and others involved need to be capable (skilled, knowledgeable, experienced), be motivated and have good attitudes. This report provides a very good basis for the ‘knowledge’ part. Unfortunately, I’ve had far too many conversations with people involved in transport decisions who are ignorant, skeptical and blatantly antagonistic on the basis of personal opinion. So professional development is essential, in transport and beyond. Craig Wooldridge Michelle Prior Helen Ginbey

The holiday season is here—a time for travel plans, packed cars, gift deliveries, and exciting trips. While it’s a joyful period for many, the increased hustle and bustle often means more vehicles on the road, sadly leading to a sharp rise in accidents. In 2023 alone, Queensland saw 8,211 crash-related casualties—a worrying 546 more than the previous year, marking a 7.1% increase (Department of Transport and Main Roads Queensland). At CNC Cartage Transport Solutions, we’re committed to supporting safer roads not just during the holiday season but every single day. Let’s all do our part to make travel safer for everyone. #SafetyFirst #RoadSafety #HolidayTravel #TransportSolutions #CNCcartage #QueenslandLogistics #SafeTravelTips #TransportInnovation #LogisticsSupport

65% growth - yes you read that right In predominantly rural territory too. This is what can happen when you take a systematic approach to a long distance bus route upgrade. It’s about more than replacing an old diesel bus with a new electric bus and giving yourself a pat on the back- it’s about using the opportunity for: - a carefully planned and thought through approach to fares and the timetable - high spec interiors for the vehicles - targeted promotions I’ve been on it and it is a prime example of how the more can be greater than the sum of the parts. It’s also an indicator of what can be achieved through public control of buses in Wales.