Plans for a new Mobility Hub and a designated Coach Parking Facility within the village of Ballater are moving forward with the launch of the next round of public consultation. From Monday 24 November, locals and visitors to the area are invited to share their feedback on public transport improvements for the village. The proposals are part of an ongoing project between Regional Transport Partnership Nestrans, Aberdeenshire Council, and Cairngorms National Park Authority. Designs showcase plans for a new mobility hub – a central spot where different modes of transport …
Unlock Up to £10,000 for Your Sustainable Travel Project
Nestrans launches Sustainable Travel Grant Scheme for 2025/26 📢 Funding Available Grants from £500 up to £10,000 (covering 50% of the project costs, match funding required). Who Can Apply? Businesses and organisations across the north east can now apply for up to £10,000 to boost local projects that encourage travel planning and increase sustainable travel. Read about some of our recent success stories. Eligible projects include (but not limited to): Installing secure cycle parking Improving shower/changing facilities Enhancing access for pedestrians Conducting surveys to create travel plans How to Apply …
We’re recruiting – Transport Strategy Manager
We are advertising for the role of Transport Strategy Manager, reporting to the Partnership Director, and managing the wider Executive Team, leading on strategy development and delivery. This is an exciting time, with proposals for sustainable transport projects such as Aberdeen Rapid Transit, supporting the region’s Energy Transition, and our lead role managing the region’s People and Place behaviour change programme, which is funded nationally. Nestrans is the Regional Transport Partnership for North East Scotland, covering the local authority areas of Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils. We take a strategic …
Public Invited To Get On Board With Aberdeen Rapid Transit Engagement
A public engagement seeking views of the next stage of the proposed Aberdeen Rapid Transit (ART) launches today, Tuesday 30th September. Councillor Michael Hutchison, Chair and Councillor Alan Turner, Vice Chair of Nestrans announced details of the engagement that will run from 30th September until 7th November. The engagement will be held online, accessible from both Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeenshire Council’s engagement platforms and will also include in-person and virtual events. In person drop-in events will be held at:- Tuesday 7 October 11am-3pm Main Concourse, Foresterhill Health Campus, Aberdeen …
Bus Infrastructure Fund – North East Bus Alliance Award
On behalf of the North East Bus Alliance Transport Scotland have today announced the allocation of £20 million through the new Bus Infrastructure Fund 2025/26. The fund is split into two Tiers, with Tier 1 funding being allocated to local authorities based on levels of Transport Poverty (with a minimum threshold of £50,000) and Tier 2 through bids put forward by voluntary Bus Partnerships. Tier 1 funding of £10 million has been distributed through the General Capital Grant with Aberdeen City Council awarded £50,000 and Aberdeenshire Council awarded £510,000. Aberdeen …
Be Part of the Journey – Help shape the future of transport across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Nestrans, the Regional Transport Partnership for the North East of Scotland is currently seeking a new member to join its Board. The Nestrans board serves an important role setting the strategic direction and overseeing the delivery of transport improvements across the region. The board brings together elected members from Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire councils, along with non-Councillor members to bring different backgrounds, perspectives to ensure our work supports and improves the economy, environment and quality of life across the area. There is now a vacancy for a non-Councillor Board member …
Aberdeen among dozens of Scottish locations to see more people on bikes
From Cycling Scotland: Aberdeen’s Lang Stracht saw 38% growth in the number of people cycling over the first three months of 2025 vs the same period in 2024 National cycle counter data has revealed growth in the number of people travelling by bike in the west of Aberdeen. It’s among 34 locations across Scotland seeing increases of over 30% in the number of cycle journeys in winter 2024-25 compared with the previous year. Lang Stracht, between Kingswells and Sheddocksley in the west of Aberdeen, saw 3,117 cycle journeys in January, …
Nine Ways You Can Benefit from Over £2 million in New Funding for Sustainable Travel in the North East.
Thousands of people across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire are set to benefit from over £2 million in funding aimed to support walking, wheeling, cycling and sustainable travel. £2.1m of funding was awarded to the region from Transport Scotland’s People and Place programme after a successful bid by Nestrans. Nestrans is now working with experienced local partners to deliver projects that will bring advantages to your community. Here are nine ways people across the north east can benefit: Join led walks and bike rides: Participate in guided walks and bike rides designed …
Grand opening of Montgarrie to Alford active travel route on July 9
A newly upgraded active travel route between Montgarrie and Alford will be officially unveiled on Wednesday, July 9. The newly enhanced path – funded entirely by Nestrans – has been designed with accessibility, sustainability and natural beauty in mind, weaving through the picturesque Haughton Country Park and offering a safe, welcoming space for walkers, cyclists, wheelers, joggers and runners of all ages and abilities. Members of the community and media are warmly invited to attend the official opening ceremony on Wednesday, July 9 at 2pm near the pond where council representatives in association with …
Regional Agreement for Next Stage of Aberdeen Rapid Transit System
Regional Transport Partnership, Nestrans, has joined Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire councils in endorsing progress on the proposed Aberdeen Rapid Transit (ART) system. The Strategic Business Case for ART was reported to the June meeting of the Nestrans Board and follows presentations to Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeenshire Council earlier this month. The proposed bus rapid transit system aims to offer fast, frequent and reliable services through features including dedicated bus lanes, off-board fare collection and fast boarding and alighting. It forms part of the Regional Transport Strategy and is one …
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