Tay Road Bridge bosses announce major shake-up of crossing’s traffic management system

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Tay Road Bridge bosses have announced a major shake-up of the crossing’s traffic management system. A new two-year maintenance contract has been awarded to a Manchester-based company.

TWM Traffic Control Systems Ltd - a division of sustainability experts,Pilot Group - have pledged to maintain and improve traffic management systems on the bridge.

The contract will see them upgrading a number of existing signs to a 4G system and integrating these into the existing TRAMS control system.The variable message signs are used to improve and control congestion, warning drivers of excess speeds, unforeseen hazards and any impending bridge restrictions due to extreme weather conditions.DundeeLive brings you the latest headlines from Dundee and beyond.But did you know you all the ways you can stay informed with us?You can get our top stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily news updates.

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