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Planning and Preparation: Laying the Groundwork for Safe Traffic Management Traffic control on state highways is a carefully orchestrated process that ensures roadworks, maintenance, and infrastructure projects can be completed safely and efficiently. Unlike urban roads, highways present unique challenges—higher speeds, heavier traffic volumes, and limited stopping distances. Managing these risks requires meticulous planning, collaboration […]

Road closures are an essential part of maintaining and developing New Zealand’s infrastructure. Whether for safety, progress, or celebration, road closures require meticulous planning and execution to minimise disruption and ensure public safety.   Traffic management companies play a crucial role in organising and implementing road closures across the country.  Some traffic management companies, such […]

Traffic management is a critical aspect of infrastructure development and maintenance, ensuring the safety of workers, drivers, and pedestrians while maintaining the efficient flow of traffic. In New Zealand, companies like Active Traffic Control operate within strict regulatory frameworks and adhere to stringent health and safety policies.   Some companies, such as Active Traffic Control, […]

Managing traffic on New Zealand’s roads is a task that requires more than just a handful of cones and a team on the ground. Traffic management companies like Active Traffic Control engage in meticulous planning and preparation to ensure both safety and efficiency. These operations are governed by strict regulations, such as those outlined in […]

Have you ever been stuck in traffic, staring at what feels like an endless line of orange road cones, and thought, Why are there so many cones? For many of us, road cones can feel like a nuisance – yet their presence is far from arbitrary. They serve as an essential part of keeping roads […]