Business Details
18 Years
experience
Expert Highway & Transport Planning Solutions in South Wales
Established in 2008, Acstro specialises in delivering expert highway and transport planning advice to developers and local authorities across the UK. Our founder, Alun Rees, brings over 30 years of industry experience, having worked extensively with developers nationwide on complex transport challenges. Based in South Wales, we operate throughout the UK, providing tailored solutions that address highway and transport issues critical to unlocking development potential. Our team collaborates closely with clients and project stakeholders to ensure practical, pragmatic outcomes that align with planning requirements.We serve both private and public sectors, including architects, planning consultants, and national developers, with directors personally overseeing every project. Our commitment to comprehensive, client-focused service is reflected in our track record of resolving transport planning obstacles efficiently. The name Acstro, derived from the Welsh word for 'pivot', symbolises our role in enabling successful development projects through strategic transport solutions.
Services
Access Feasibility Studies
Transport Assessments
Highway Appraisals
Swept Path Analysis
Travel Plans
Parking Layout Design
Road Safety Assessments
Public Transport Audits
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in transport planning consultancy.
- Our directors are personally involved in every project from start to finish.
- We provide tailored solutions for both private and public sector clients nationwide.
- We specialise in sustainable transport strategies for new developments.
- Our team has extensive expertise in expert witness testimony at planning inquiries.
Services
Transport Assessments
We prepare detailed Transport Assessments and Statements required for planning applications. These documents evaluate traffic impacts, propose mitigation measures, and ensure compliance with local authority requirements. Our assessments integrate client needs with regulatory standards to support successful planning submissions.
Highway Appraisals
Our highway and junction appraisals assess access layouts and road improvements for developments. Using computerised traffic models, we test designs against expected traffic volumes to ensure safety and efficiency. This service helps developers meet planning conditions related to highway infrastructure.
Swept Path Analysis
We conduct Swept Path Analysis using specialist software to simulate vehicle movements. This ensures developments accommodate emergency and delivery vehicles effectively. The analysis informs layout designs that balance accessibility with space efficiency for commercial and residential sites.
Travel Plans
We develop Travel Plans to promote sustainable transport modes and reduce car dependency. These plans identify strategies for improving public transport, cycling, and pedestrian access. Local authorities increasingly require Travel Plans as conditions for significant developments.
Expert Witness
Our consultants provide expert witness services at planning appeals and legal proceedings. With extensive experience representing developers and local authorities, we present technical evidence on transport planning matters. This service supports clients in resolving disputes and defending planning decisions.
People
Alun Rees
Founder & Director
Alun Rees established Acstro in 2008 after a 30-year career in transport planning. He has advised developers nationwide on highway and transport issues, combining expertise from roles at multidisciplinary engineering consultancies. His leadership ensures technical excellence across all projects.
Questions
What services does Acstro offer?
We specialise in transport assessments, highway appraisals, swept path analysis, travel plans, and expert witness testimony for planning applications.
Which areas do you operate in?
We are based in South Wales but provide services across the UK for both private and public sector clients.
How can you help with planning permission?
We address transport-related challenges in planning applications, preparing assessments and designs that meet regulatory requirements and support approval.
What experience do you have?
Our founder has over 30 years of experience, and our team has worked on diverse projects from small developments to large-scale infrastructure.
Do you work with local authorities?
Yes, we collaborate with local authorities and developers to resolve transport planning issues and ensure compliance with planning conditions.
