Programme
Please find below details of the Preliminary Programme for 2022... and return regularly for any updates as the sessions and speakers are finalised.
Wednesday 25 May 2022
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08:30-09:30 |
Registration & Exhibition networking |
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09:30-10:00 |
The view from the DfTThe new head of local resilience at the Department for Transport gives an update on the government’s approach to climate adaptation, mitigation and protection. Matt Eglinton, Head of Local Highways Maintenance, Innovation, and Resilience, Department for Transport |
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10:00-10:30 |
NWSRG: A new code and a new offer for the new climateHaving released the long-awaited update to the winter guide, the new chair of the NWSRG provides a vital update on the organisation’s latest work and offer to the sector. Richard Stacey, Chair, National Winter Service Research Group |
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10:30-11:00 |
The strategic approach to winterCutting edge insights from the strategic road operator, including the latest weather and data analysis.
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11:00-11:45 |
Refreshments & Exhibition networking |
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11:45-12:15 |
Decarbonisation and the circular economyAn expert view on research into mitigating climate change and tackling extreme weather through long-term action to reduce carbon. Helen Bailey, Managing Director, The Driven Company Associates Limited |
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12:15-12:45 |
Using vehicle data to inform winter serviceA trio of presentations with the first explaining the technology behind in-vehicle telematics and then two local case studies giving initial findings on the use of this technology to inform route treatments and wider winter service understanding.
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12:45-14:00 |
Lunch & Exhibition networking |
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14:00-17:00 |
For the first time, Cold Comfort brings you a full afternoon workshop from the NWSRGCurated by the NWSRG, this afternoon session will provide knowledge, training and analysis from the heart of the winter service sector. |
Thursday 26 May 2022
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08:30-09:30 |
Registration & Exhibition networking |
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09:30-10:00 |
The first results from Stormchain: Highway Asset Rapid Impact Assessment (RIA)Insights and evaluations from the first trials of a game-changing new system for impact assessments from extreme weather and other major incidents hitting the network.
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10:00-10:30 |
Local and regional flooding resilienceAs part of the new Climate UK agenda, a senior manager in the Environment Agency brings you insights from a career spent in flood management and resilience. David Throup, Area Manager for Herefordshire and Worcestershire, Environment Agency |
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10:30-11:00 |
Winter resilience and parkingWinter service doesn’t just mean the road itself: An expert guide from the British Parking Association on making sure your car parks are protected. Richard Bowyer, Vice Chair, British Parking Association’s Parking Structure Group |
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11:00-11:45 |
Refreshments & Exhibition networking |
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11:45-12:15 |
The Road to Zero Emissions - DAF’s vision for the decarbonisation of road transportAdvice and evidence on how to prepare gritter fleets for the switch to battery power. Phil Moon, Marketing Manager, DAF Trucks |
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12:15-12:45 |
Winter service world tourInsights from a trip halfway around the world and back, investigating the different approaches to winter service in different nations. Mark Corbin, Highways Key Route Network Manager, Transport for West Midlands |
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12:45-14:00 |
Lunch & Exhibition networking |
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14:00–14:30 |
Connected roads: road sensor networks and monitoring of environmental factorsInsights into environmental monitoring from the team that brought you the UK’s first 5G road sensor network, using cameras and emissions sensors at selected sites across a key route network (KRN). Chris Deakin, Project Manager Transport, WM5G |
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14:30-15:00 |
Amey and Kent CC in partnership: Kent County Council’s Journey to Winter OptimisationAmey and Kent CC in partnership: Kent County Council’s journey to winter optimisation through innovative projects – the success, challenges and advice on how you can do the same.
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15:00-15:30 |
Refreshments & Exhibition Networking |
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15:30-16:00 |
Local authority case study: NY Highways – winter service in a Teckal company
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16:00-16:30 |
Climate Change Adaptation - practical planning for local highway authoritiesAndrew Warrington, Senior Technical Director, Arcadis |