M8 LED lighting project continues
A programme to replace lighting across the M8 with energy saving LED lamps is set to continue overnight on Wednesday 30 March.
Scotland TranServ, on behalf of Transport Scotland has already replaced almost 200 lights across the trunk roads in Renfrewshire.
The existing high masts lighting columns will be replaced and the traditional sodium lamps replaced by modern, LED lights; which will not only help road safety but also reduce energy usage by up to 53%.
An overnight closure will be in place eastbound from Junctions 16 to 19 between 10.00pm and 6.00am to protect the safety of both road users and operatives alike.
Closures and diversions
- Total closure of M8 eastbound (Diversion via Phoenix Road, A804 to Junction 17).
- Closure of Great Western road eastbound merge to M8 (Diversion via West Graham Street, Garscube Road, A804 eastbound to Junction 17).
- Closure of Charing Cross merge slip to M8 eastbound (Diversion via A804, Phoenix Road, A804 eastbound to Junction 17).
Winter visit for local nursery
Local children from Stanecastle Nursery, Irvine met with frontline operatives last week (17 March) to find out more about how they help keep road users moving in even the harshest winter conditions.
Scotland TranServ, which manages and maintains Ayrshire’s trunk roads including A76, A77, A78, A738 and A737 visited the nursery as part of a ‘People who help us’ learning topic which aims to teach the children about people who carry out important roles to protect and assist the public.
Children discovered how gritters are deployed to treat roads and help keep them clear of snow and ice during winter weather. They also got up close to a 15 tonne ‘Super Gritter’ to see how the vehicles treat roads across the area.
Debbie Carchrie, Head Teacher at Stanecastle Nursery said:
“We are delighted that Scotland TranServ visited our nursery as part of a ‘People who help us’ project where the children have been learning about vocations that help us in our day to day lives.
“The children really enjoyed learning about how the gritters work and what operatives do to keep Ayrshire moving in periods of severe weather.”
Over 260km of roads are maintained in Ayrshire by Scotland TranServ, which carries out its winter service between 1 October and 15 May each year.
Andy Fraser, operating company representative for Scotland TranServ said:
“Our fleet of 48 gritters play a vital role in helping to keep roads across Ayrshire and south west Scotland moving during winter weather. Although this winter has been less onerous than recent winters, we have been busy battling some of the wildest storms, carrying out 1,240 treatments and spreading over 10,000 tonnes of salt so far this winter.
“We hope that the children gained some knowledge of our operations from this visit and how we help to keep roads safe for their families and friends traveling on local roads each winter.”
Scotland TranServ is committed to working within the local communities in which we live, visit and work to leave a lasting legacy of roads fit for the future
Further M74 Improvements
The ongoing resurfacing works on the M74, between Junctions 6 and 12, are continuing this weekend and early into next week.
The programme is part of a half a million pound investment by Transport Scotland to ensure the long term resilience of the road surface on this route. It has already seen repairs made at Junctions 9 and 11.
Scotland TranServ will carry out the latest work in both directions under a series of overnight closures to ensure the safety of operatives and motorists alike. The details are below:
M74 Junction 8-9 southbound – Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 March
Total southbound closure of the M74 at Junction 8 both nights from 8.00pm to 6.00am. Diversion via B7078, re-joining M74 at Junction 10
M74 Junction 7-6 northbound – Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 March
Total northbound closure of the M74 at Junction 8 both nights from 8.00pm to 6.00am. Diversion via A71/A72 Lanark Rd/Carlisle Rd, re-joining M74 at Junction 6
M74 Junction 11-12 southbound – Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 March
Total southbound closure at Junction 11 both nights from 8.00pm to 6.00am. Diversion via B7078, re-joining M74 at Junction 12.
Andy Fraser, operating company representative for Scotland TranServ said:
“We understand the strategic importance of the M74 and its vital links to both Glasgow and the Scottish Borders therefore we are improving the longevity of the road surface; ensuring safer journeys for tourists, haulage companies and road users for years to come.
“Our works have been carefully planned to take place overnight, when traffic flows are considerably lighter, to help minimise disruption.”
Road users can keep up to date with real time traffic information by visiting the Traffic Scotland website and following their Twitter feed @trafficscotland.
Advanced warning signs will also be in place to inform motorists that work is underway.
Final phase of works at A77 Meiklewood
The final phase of a £112k programme of improvements on the A77 at Meiklewood is set to commence on 22 March 2016.
Scotland TranServ, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will carry out the replacement of a weigh-in, motion sensor which will allow data about the number and type of vehicles using the route to be captured.
To carry out these works safely and to protect both motorists and operatives there will be two nights of closures on the A77 at multiple locations.
Andy Fraser, operating company representative for Scotland TranServ said:
“The replacement of the weigh-in, motion sensors will allow our client Transport Scotland to gather vital information relevant to traffic usage on the A77 and M77.
“We have planned our works to be carried out overnight, when traffic flows are lighter however motorists travelling along this route or via Prestwick Airport should leave plenty of time for their journeys.”
Motorists can access real time traffic information by visiting Traffic Scotland’s website or following @trafficscotland on Twitter.
£100k investment on the A737 at Coalburn
Local road users are set to benefit from £100k of resurfacing works on the A737 trunk road at Coalburn beginning Wednesday 23 March 2016.
Scotland TranServ, operating on behalf of Transport Scotland, will carry out almost 5100 square metres of carriageway resurfacing over two nights from 8.00pm until 6.00am when traffic flows are lighter.
Safety is of the utmost importance and to protect our workforce and road users, the work will be carried out under a total closure of the A737 at Coalburn with a local diversion in place.
Andy Fraser, Scotland TranServ’s operating company representative, said:
“This essential maintenance scheme will improve the resilience of this section of the A737, which is used by over 9000 road users each day, for years to come.
We have done everything we can to plan these works when traffic flows are lighter in order to minimise disruption to local residents and the travelling public.”
Road users can keep up to date with real time traffic information by visiting www.trafficscotland.org or following their Twitter feed @trafficscotland.
Diversion
Traffic on the A737 southbound will leave the A737 at Manrahead Roundabout and continue on the B777 towards Glengarnock then onto B780 to Dalry until re-joining the A737 at Townend Street.
For A737 Northbound the same route will apply. Any through traffic for Beith will be taken off of at Townend Street onto the B780 towards Glengarnock and onto the B777 back towards Manrahead Roundabout to re-join the A737. Vehicles over 12 feet 6 inches high should take the normal route signed on Manrahead Roundabout to avoid low bridge. This diversion will add approximately 6 minutes to motorists journey time.
Improvements to the A8 at Langbank
A £155k investment in essential maintenance on the A8 at Langbank Roundabout, near Greenock commenced on Monday 14 March 2016.
Scotland TranServ, on behalf of Transport Scotland is carrying out resurfacing and white lining on both approaches to the roundabout.
To ensure the safety of road users and operatives alike the work will be carried out under a series of lane closures from Monday 14 until Friday 18 March 2016.
Andy Fraser, operating company representative for Scotland TranServ said:
“This essential maintenance scheme will be carried out to benefit local residents and over 25,000 motorists using the A8 at Langbank Roundabout each day.
“We have programmed works overnight when traffic flows are lighter to avoid disruption however we would urge motorists to plan their journeys in advance.”
Motorists can keep up to date with real time traffic information by visiting www.trafficscotland.org or following their Twitter feed @trafficscotland.
Traffic Management/Diversions
Monday 14 to Wednesday 16 March 2016 (8.00pm – 6.00am)
Total eastbound closure at Woodhall. Traffic diverted via Newark, Clune Brae, A761, A737 at Johnstone, A726, A8, A8/M8 at Jct 31. Westbound traffic running on eastbound carriageway between M8 Jct 31 and 330m West of Langbank Rbt. Access maintained from the A8 into Langbank from the westbound direction only. No access to / from Langbank at Langbank Rbt.
Thursday 17 to Friday 18 March 2016 (8.00pm – 6.00am)
Total eastbound closure at Woodhall, traffic diverted via Newark, Clune Brae, A761, A737 at Johnstone, A726, A8, A8/M8 Jct 31. Westbound traffic running on westbound carriageway as normal. Access maintained from the A8 into Langbank from the westbound direction only. No access to / from Langbank at Langbank Rbt.
£90k investment in A82 improvements
Local residents and motorists across West Dunbartonshire are set to benefit from a programme of essential maintenance to the A82 at Greenhead Road beginning 15 March 2016.
Scotland TranServ, on behalf of Transport Scotland will carry out resurfacing works and replace the road markings over three nights when traffic flows are expected to be lighter.
To ensure the safety of motorists and operatives alike a contraflow system will be in place during the works from Tuesday 15 March until Friday 18 March 2016. Traffic lights will be in operation with motorists escorted by a convoy vehicle.
A total closure will be in place at Strowans Well Road, Barnhill Road, Greenhead Road, Strowans Road and Dunbrittan Road. Manual traffic lights will allow vehicles to leave and enter Barnhill Road. Diversion signage will be in place across these locations.
Andy Fraser, operating company representative for Scotland TranServ said:
“This essential maintenance scheme will be carried out to benefit local residents and almost 45,000 motorists travelling on this busy stretch of trunk road each day.
“We understand the importance of the A82 and its vital links to Glasgow and Loch Lomond and the Trossachs therefore we have programmed the works overnight when traffic flows are lighter to help minimise disruption.”
Motorists can keep up to date with real time traffic information by visiting www.trafficscotland.org or following their Twitter feed @trafficscotland.
Advanced warning signs will also be in place on the approach to the works to inform motorists that roadworks are taking place.
*UPDATE* works on the A77 south of Ardwell
The A77 South of Ardwell road closure commencement time has changed from 8pm Friday 11th March to 5pm Saturday 12th March.
This is due to continuous rain forecast on the Friday night through to Saturday afternoon.
The A77 will be re-opened at 6am on Monday 14th March as programmed.
As you are aware, a full road closure is required for the duration of these works.
The diversion route and local access routes are unchanged from the previous notification.
Future of M8 lighting is bright
The M8 is set to become a shining example across south west Scotland when over 100 lamps are switched to LED lighting between Junctions 16 and 17 (Woodside).
Scotland TranServ, on behalf of Transport Scotland has already replaced almost 200 lights across the trunk roads in Renfrewshire and will begin the second phase on the M8 on Sunday 13 March 2016. The programme is expected to last five nights.
The existing high masts lighting columns will be replaced and the traditional sodium lamps replaced by modern, LED lights; which will not only help road safety but also reduce energy usage by up to 53%.
A series of overnight closures and diversion routes will be in place from Sunday 13 to Friday 18 March 2016 to protect operatives and motorists alike during the works.
Andy Fraser, operating company representative, Scotland TranServ said:
“We are delighted to roll out this installation programme of LED lighting across south west Scotland and play our part in helping Scotland to reduce its carbon emissions.
“Replacing the traditional sodium lights with the new energy and cost efficient LED equivalent will not only look smarter and last longer, but will also improve night time visibility, for road users.”
A further two schemes are programmed for later this month and it is expected that the project will be completed by the end of March 2016.
Scotland TranServ is committed to working towards the Scottish Government’s target of a Low Carbon Scotland and help to achieve a reduction in carbon emissions of 42% by 2027; supporting sustainable growth in the communities in which we work.
£90k investment in A82 improvements
Local residents and motorists across West Dunbartonshire are set to benefit from a programme of essential maintenance to the A82 at Greenhead Road beginning 2 March 2016.
Scotland TranServ, on behalf of Transport Scotland will carry out resurfacing works and replace the road markings over two nights when traffic flows are expected to be lighter.
To ensure the safety of motorists and operatives alike a contraflow system will be in place during the works from Wednesday 2 March until Friday 4 March 2016. Traffic lights will be in operation with motorists escorted by a convoy vehicle.
A total closure will be in place at Strowans Well Road, Barnhill Road, Greenhead Road, Strowans Road and Dunbrittan Road. Manual traffic lights will allow vehicles to leave and enter Barnhill Road. Diversion signage will be in place across these locations.
Andy Fraser, operating company representative for Scotland TranServ said:
“This essential maintenance scheme will be carried out to benefit local residents and almost 45,000 motorists travelling on this busy stretch of trunk road each day.
“We understand the importance of the A82 and its vital links to Glasgow and Loch Lomond and the Trossachs therefore we have programmed the works overnight when traffic flows are lighter to help minimise disruption.”
Motorists can keep up to date with real time traffic information by visiting www.trafficscotland.org or following their Twitter feed @trafficscotland.
