
A landmark two-storey facility located adjacent to active dock infrastructure and a marine environment, as part of Cumbria's new Barrow Campus.
We provide expert, evidence-led transport planning advice from the initial concept stage through to detailed design and implementation, nationally. We focus on providing innovative and cost-effective transport solutions to support both private and public sector developments, including due diligence, masterplanning, strategic regeneration, support through the planning application process, and post-planning solutions.
Vision-led Transport Statements and Assessments
Travel Plans – alongside Travel Plan Coordinator support
Environmental Statements – Transport and Movement chapter
Accessibility Planning
Sustainable Transport Strategies
Access Advice
Regeneration and Masterplanning
Preliminary highway design
Stage 1 Road Safety Audits
Traffic surveys and parking studies
Junction and traffic modelling
Delivery, Servicing and Waste Management Strategies
Construction Traffic Management Plans
Stopping-up Orders
Planning appeals and expert witness
Coordination with Curtins other specialisms – civil and structural, geotechnical and environmental engineering
We provide early strategic thinking to projects to identify key issues and risks. Coupled with the capability to resolve and negotiate difficult problems, we have developed a consistently high standing with our clients for delivering successful outcomes.
Sustainable transport solutions are an important requirement in the support of both local and national planning policies. Members of our team have significant experience in preparing cost-effective plans, strategies, and solutions up to and through the planning application process, including public consultation, exhibitions, and planning appeals, as necessary.
We understand and appreciate the transport impact that developments can have on the local area, as well as the wider implications of the scheme. We actively engage with Council Highways Officers and other key consultees, such as Active Travel England and National Highways, public transport operators, and design team members to collaborate on solutions that build thriving communities.
Following successful planning, we support in discharging relevant transport and highway conditions with Travel Plan support, traffic and parking-related management plans and strategies, and progression of the detailed design of associated highway infrastructure improvements, delivered by our own civil and structural engineering team.
We have extensive experience in leading negotiations with local highways authorities over S106 contributions, ensuring that schemes are deliverable for our clients.
Finally, we assist clients and contractors in project delivery. Be this through stopping-up orders, traffic regulation orders, or general construction logistics support, our team will deliver a high-quality service with continuity towards completion.
“From a Transport Planning perspective, we’d also like to pass on our appreciation for a job exceptionally well done on a complex and demanding piece of work. Securing a recommendation for approval at this stage is the best possible outcome, and we genuinely value the effort, collaboration, and professionalism that went into achieving it.”
Local authorities across the UK are under increasing pressure to deliver housing, drive economic growth and regenerate communities, often against a backdrop of constrained budgets, complex planning policy and rising development costs. By identifying risks and opportunities early, we help create viable, deliverable masterplans that support planning, maximise site value and deliver lasting benefits for communities.
Choosing what to do after university is a big decision. At Curtins, we're committed to helping graduates build rewarding careers from day one through meaningful project experience, structured development, mentoring, and support towards professional accreditation and chartership. As a graduate, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects that shape communities across the UK and Ireland while developing the skills, confidence and professional networks needed to thrive in your career.
We're delighted to be returning to The Watershed, Bristol, this autumn to host People, Places, Progress, bringing together industry professionals, community leaders, and built environment experts to explore topics shaping the sector today: community engagement, inclusive leadership and building safety.










