Resilient operation of transport networks: a coordinated approach, understanding and integration across agencies
Whether dealing with planned events (e.g., large sporting events) or unplanned situations (e.g., severe weather), the overarching objectives of proactively monitoring, operating and supporting the safe, efficient, and resilient functioning of transport networks become increasingly challenging. Achieving this requires a coordinated approach, shared understanding, and strong integration across both intra‑ and inter‑agency partners.
By improving communication between operational partners and stakeholders - and ensuring everyone works from a single source of truth - up‑to‑date and accurate information can be shared internally and externally. This helps minimise disruption and enhances safety during periods of major transport resilience challenges. With significant recent technological advances, particularly in cooperative ITS systems, richer data availability, and new communication channels, there are major opportunities to rethink and transform how network operations are managed and delivered.
At Arcadis, we are supporting such operations globally, harnessing new tools, systems, data, and AI. We will showcase examples and highlight the benefits these innovations bring to safe, effective, and efficient infrastructure and network management. We will share insights and case studies from the NATO Summit in The Hague, Traffic Scotland Operations, and several of our projects across North America.
Speakers
Erik is a project manager for mobility projects that involve major challenges and, as a service lead, is responsible for the technical advisory portfolio within Arcadis Mobily in the Netherlands
Douglas is a Director within the Arcadis Intelligent Mobility Services Group with international ITS consultancy and project management experience and over 25 years involvement in the field of information and communication technology.
With an extensive knowledge in major ITS fundamentals covering analysis, design, specification, procurement, development, implementation and operation Douglas has managed and delivered a wide range of innovative technology solutions. These solutions have covered specific areas such as increasing network efficiency via improved monitoring and management, expansion and enhancement of travel and traffic information and the development of national policy.
He is experienced in effectively managing teams and currently manages the Joint Venture (Mobiie) established between Arcadis and Egis to deliver the Traffic Scotland Operations Contract.
