The role of the STB is to bridge the gap between national government, while supporting the individual focuses of our local authorities and priorities at all levels. Let’s take a look at the themes emerging across both, and how we’ll bridge both in 2026. The local lens: Our local authorities have sent us their strategic priorities […]
As we step into the new year, Western Gateway is excited to share the progress we’ve made over 2025. Our commitment to improving connectivity, sustainability, and innovation remains stronger than ever. 📊 Strategic Investment Plan 2025–2035 Completion of the Strategic Investment Plan following a public consultation with work published. 🚆 Rail Completion of Intervention Assessments report for Dorset Metro […]
Western Gateway and our neighbouring STB, Peninsula Transport, are pleased to share the recently published South West Freight Summary Report. This report highlights the activities undertaken by STB officers throughout 2024 and 2025. Freight continues to be an important area of work for the two STBs, as it is often overlooked by public bodies but […]
We were grateful to have Declan Kelly and Olivia McCombie recently join the Western Gateway STB team to support us through a range of projects. During their time with the team, they have gained valuable insight into everyday life at Western Gateway STB and how we support urban and rural connectivity in sustainable, climate conscious […]
At our recent Board meeting, we were pleased to welcome our new Board Member, Councillor Hugh Malyan. Councillor Malyan is the Cabinet Member for Transport at North Somerset Council and serves as the Councillor for Weston Super Mare. We look forward to his contributions to the Western Gateway STB Board.. We look forward to his […]
Adi, our Transport Officer, and Mena, our Project Manager, were pleased to take part in the University of the West of England’s (UWE) recent roundtable panel and “Meet the Employers” networking events for Geography and Environmental Management students. The sessions – organised by UWE’s Careers and Enterprise Development team, gave students the opportunity to hear […]
Western Gateway and Peninsula Transport Sub-national Transport Bodies (STBs) are inviting views from across the freight and logistics sector in the South West of England to help shape the future of freight movement in the region. The Freight Industry Survey, launched last week, seeks to understand the challenges and opportunities faced by the sector and how local authorities can best support safe, sustainable, and efficient […]
Following the publication of the Western Gateway Rail Freight Feasibility Study, stakeholders and members of the Western Gateway team recently visited SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK’s site at Avonmouth to explore how rail freight operates on the ground. The visit offered a valuable opportunity to see the railhead and surrounding operations first-hand, and also the […]
The Western Gateway Sub-national Transport Body (STB) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new leadership team to guide the organisation’s work improving connectivity and sustainable transport across the region. Councillor Chris Willmore has been appointed Chair of Western Gateway STB, succeeding Councillor Manda Rigby. Cllr Willmore currently serves as Councillor for Yate North […]