The focussed seminar sessions at 'The Scottish Transport Conference and Exhibition 2009' will provide an opportunity for delegates to explore distinct aspects of key importance to the transport industry in an interactive environment.
Seminar A - Speed Check Services
"The Future for Average Speed Enforcement: Maximising journey reliability and safety, using Average Speed Enforcement"
Average speed enforcement cameras (SPECS) have been in use for more than ten years on the Scottish and English road network. These installations were originally intended just as casualty reduction measures, but they have been shown to also have a positive impact on journey reliability, capacity and emissions; as well as safety.
The use of this technology has a significant impact on driver behaviour, with successful installations operating on motorways, trunk roads, rural routes and city centre streets. This presentation reveals a wealth of data taken from temporary roadworks and permanent schemes, demonstrating what has been achieved and attempting to explain why SPECS cameras have had such a significant impact. Case studies include the A77 permanent and M8 roadworks schemes.
It is an exciting time for Average Speed technology, with SPECS3 being recommended for Home Office Type Approval. Delegates will have a chance to see how this new generation of remote, networked cameras will operate, offering a range of benefits in addition to the proven SPECS system.
Delegate Benefits
See real examples of how this technology has changed driver behaviour in a range of installations from permanent schemes to roadworks and innovative Traffic Management applications.
- A review of 10 years of real operational data
- An analysis of speeds and flow in SPECS zones
- Why drivers modify their behaviour in SPECS zones
- Learn about the other benefits this technology delivers
- What the future holds for average speed enforcement
Seminar B - Siemens
"Innovative solutions for railway electrification infrastructure at Scottish network" - Electrification infrastructure for Scottish lines – Status and requirements
- Siemens solutions for railway electrification – Standard solutions for all railways
- AC 25 kV power supply systems and components – Experiences with GIS-Container stations
- Overhead contact line solutions for Scotland – Compatibility / Approvals
- Refurbishment and renewal solution - WCML, Larkhal extension and Shields to Gourock line
- Installation under operation conditions with local partners