EDF Energy Networks has invested in the latest computer technology to reduce traffic disruption caused by road works.  The advanced MAYRISE computer system is helping EDF Energy Networks to comply with new legislation designed to coordinate street works and reduce unnecessary disruption on London’s roads.  The new London Permit Scheme for Road Works and Street Works (known as LoPS) was implemented earlier this year and allows the issue of  permits that provide much tighter control of road works activities. MAYRISE Street Works helps EDF Energy Networks identify streets requiring permits and automates the application.

Around an estimated million holes are dug in London streets every year, causing disruption to the capital’s road network and its users. With more than 100 utility companies needing to complete works on the highways, many of these works – up to 90% - are carried out with less than 10 days’ notice. The LoPS will further regulate all works promoters wishing to carry out works, reducing disruption and improving traffic flow.

 David Brown, Managing Director of Surface Transport at TfL said, “This scheme will help to bring an end to the situation where the same stretch of road is dug up repeatedly by different companies. Organisations will have to properly plan and co-ordinate their works with others and display notices explaining what they are doing and when they will be finished .Our job, along with the other highway authorities, will be to ensure that this takes place.”

 Christopher Perkins, Strategy Manager for EDF Energy Networks Street Works said, “Newly-introduced permit schemes like the ones in London and Kent take street works co-ordination to the next level. Designed to reduce the disruption caused by road and street works, the scheme places additional requirements on all undertakers to provide advanced notice of intended works, up to three months in the case of major works, and comply with specific conditions set by the transport authority. The Mayrise system enables us to identify streets requiring permits and then facilitates the application process.”

 MAYRISE for Street Works also provides EDF Energy Networks with advanced reporting and financial monitoring functionality. “Permits schemes require more supporting information for applications and have a price tag attached,” said Mr Perkins. “By working closely with Mayrise in the run-up to the introduction of LoPS, we have helped develop a robust solution that enables us to effectively co-ordinate works and maintain financial controls.” 

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