Highways Workshop 2025 – A New Approach to Maintenance
On 4 September 2025, I joined colleagues from across government, local authorities, and the supply chain at the Welsh Government HQ in Cardiff for the Highways Magazine Workshop 2025: A New Approach to Maintenance.
My contribution focused on whole-life carbon and climate adaptation — how accurate data and clear measurement enable conscious, evidence-based decisions that drive decarbonisation and resilience in our road infrastructure.
The day showed real progress. Welsh authorities and contractors are ready to adopt whole-life asset management, use a wider range of surface treatments, and challenge long-standing norms. The collaboration and openness to learn were excellent to see.
Workshops like this prove that early planning and informed decision-making can deliver both carbon reduction and operational efficiency.
Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlFn6qxrxos