A submission in this category should demonstrate
A submission in this category should demonstrate
A submission in this category should demonstrate
Entries submitted into this category should demonstrate a focus on sustainability and high quality. Designs should also be befitting and sensitive of the community in which it is being implemented and that co-design has been meaningfully included. There should be evidence the design has been future proofed including potential for flexibility/extendability and be environmentally and economically sustainable. Excellence should be demonstrated in innovation, invention, and originality - it could be a design that is the first of its kind in the country and shows that it adds value and stands out above the rest. Entries can include a wide range of scheme designs from cycle hubs, bus, rail and metro stations and airport terminals.
Entries submitted into this category should demonstrate a focus on sustainability and high quality. Designs should also be befitting and sensitive of the community in which it is being implemented and that co-design has been meaningfully included. There should be evidence the design has been future proofed including potential for flexibility/extendability and be environmentally and economically sustainable. Excellence should be demonstrated in innovation, invention, and originality - it could be a design that is the first of its kind in the country and shows that it adds value and stands out above the rest. Entries can include a wide range of scheme designs from cycle hubs, bus, rail and metro stations and airport terminals.
PREVIOUS WINNERS
PREVIOUS WINNERS
PREVIOUS WINNERS
2024 City of Edinburgh Council: City Centre West to East Link and Street Improvements Project
2023 ScotRail: Highland Explorer: Unlocking active travel on the West Highland Line
2022 Scotland’s Railway: Glasgow Queen Street station redevelopment
2024 City of Edinburgh Council: City Centre West to East Link and Street Improvements Project
2023 ScotRail: Highland Explorer: Unlocking active travel on the West Highland Line
2022 Scotland’s Railway: Glasgow Queen Street station redevelopment
Alexander Dennis
Enviro100EV
Alexander Dennis, Scotland’s only domestic bus manufacturer, responded to the national call for more flexible zero-emission transport with the innovative Enviro100EV – a compact, all-electric bus designed specifically for Scotland’s narrow rural roads and housing estates. Developed as part of the Scottish Bus Decarbonisation Taskforce’s recommendations, the Enviro100EV is just 8.5m long and 2.35m wide, yet it offers the same engineering excellence and passenger comfort as larger vehicles. Its large 354kWh battery allows up to 285 miles of range — ideal for longer rural routes. Already adopted by operators like Stagecoach West and Shuttle Buses, the Enviro100EV has demonstrated exceptional performance, including industry-leading energy efficiency and battery lifespan. The vehicle has also broken into international markets, from Hong Kong to New Zealand. Designed in Scotland and built for global impact, the Enviro100EV is not only transforming rural accessibility but setting new standards for zero-emission transit worldwide.
Alexander Dennis
Enviro100EV
Alexander Dennis, Scotland’s only domestic bus manufacturer, responded to the national call for more flexible zero-emission transport with the innovative Enviro100EV – a compact, all-electric bus designed specifically for Scotland’s narrow rural roads and housing estates. Developed as part of the Scottish Bus Decarbonisation Taskforce’s recommendations, the Enviro100EV is just 8.5m long and 2.35m wide, yet it offers the same engineering excellence and passenger comfort as larger vehicles. Its large 354kWh battery allows up to 285 miles of range — ideal for longer rural routes. Already adopted by operators like Stagecoach West and Shuttle Buses, the Enviro100EV has demonstrated exceptional performance, including industry-leading energy efficiency and battery lifespan. The vehicle has also broken into international markets, from Hong Kong to New Zealand. Designed in Scotland and built for global impact, the Enviro100EV is not only transforming rural accessibility but setting new standards for zero-emission transit worldwide.
Alexander Dennis
Enviro100EV
Alexander Dennis, Scotland’s only domestic bus manufacturer, responded to the national call for more flexible zero-emission transport with the innovative Enviro100EV – a compact, all-electric bus designed specifically for Scotland’s narrow rural roads and housing estates. Developed as part of the Scottish Bus Decarbonisation Taskforce’s recommendations, the Enviro100EV is just 8.5m long and 2.35m wide, yet it offers the same engineering excellence and passenger comfort as larger vehicles. Its large 354kWh battery allows up to 285 miles of range — ideal for longer rural routes. Already adopted by operators like Stagecoach West and Shuttle Buses, the Enviro100EV has demonstrated exceptional performance, including industry-leading energy efficiency and battery lifespan. The vehicle has also broken into international markets, from Hong Kong to New Zealand. Designed in Scotland and built for global impact, the Enviro100EV is not only transforming rural accessibility but setting new standards for zero-emission transit worldwide.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 Project
Angus Council’s NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 project has significantly improved a narrow, previously hazardous section of the National Cycle Network. Bounded by a golf course and a railway line, the 1.2km route once posed safety risks, with regular reports of trip incidents and conflicts between vehicles and non-motorised users. In response, the council introduced a Pedestrian and Cyclist Priority Scheme, including Clearview Connex detection systems that trigger traffic signals to halt vehicles and give safe passage to cyclists and pedestrians. Since its July 2024 opening, there have been zero recorded conflicts or personal injury accidents. The route is now fully lit and accessible to adaptive bikes and mobility aids. This project not only improved safety and inclusivity but enhanced the corridor’s overall utility, setting a new standard for rural active travel infrastructure that balances innovation with local context.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 Project
Angus Council’s NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 project has significantly improved a narrow, previously hazardous section of the National Cycle Network. Bounded by a golf course and a railway line, the 1.2km route once posed safety risks, with regular reports of trip incidents and conflicts between vehicles and non-motorised users. In response, the council introduced a Pedestrian and Cyclist Priority Scheme, including Clearview Connex detection systems that trigger traffic signals to halt vehicles and give safe passage to cyclists and pedestrians. Since its July 2024 opening, there have been zero recorded conflicts or personal injury accidents. The route is now fully lit and accessible to adaptive bikes and mobility aids. This project not only improved safety and inclusivity but enhanced the corridor’s overall utility, setting a new standard for rural active travel infrastructure that balances innovation with local context.
Angus Council
NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 Project
Angus Council’s NCN1 Carnoustie Phase 2 project has significantly improved a narrow, previously hazardous section of the National Cycle Network. Bounded by a golf course and a railway line, the 1.2km route once posed safety risks, with regular reports of trip incidents and conflicts between vehicles and non-motorised users. In response, the council introduced a Pedestrian and Cyclist Priority Scheme, including Clearview Connex detection systems that trigger traffic signals to halt vehicles and give safe passage to cyclists and pedestrians. Since its July 2024 opening, there have been zero recorded conflicts or personal injury accidents. The route is now fully lit and accessible to adaptive bikes and mobility aids. This project not only improved safety and inclusivity but enhanced the corridor’s overall utility, setting a new standard for rural active travel infrastructure that balances innovation with local context.
City of Edinburgh Council
Roseburn to Union Canal Active Travel Route and Greenspace
WINNER
The Roseburn to Union Canal Active Travel Route is a transformative infrastructure project connecting key walking and cycling paths across Edinburgh. Delivered in December 2024, this 10-year-in-the-making scheme includes two new bridges, upgraded greenspaces like Dalry Play Park, and the planting of nearly 5,000 trees. Designed with community input — including pupils from Dalry Primary — it revitalises public space while promoting healthier, safer, and more sustainable travel. Community gardens and allotments along the route enhance its social value, and a new toucan crossing improves accessibility. Baseline support was high, with 83% of locals in favour. The scheme addresses past safety concerns in Dalry Park, increasing confidence in using the space. With usage already strong and further monitoring underway, this project demonstrates how targeted investment in active travel and greenspace can regenerate communities, encourage modal shift, and deliver tangible public health and environmental benefits.
City of Edinburgh Council
Roseburn to Union Canal Active Travel Route and Greenspace
WINNER
The Roseburn to Union Canal Active Travel Route is a transformative infrastructure project connecting key walking and cycling paths across Edinburgh. Delivered in December 2024, this 10-year-in-the-making scheme includes two new bridges, upgraded greenspaces like Dalry Play Park, and the planting of nearly 5,000 trees. Designed with community input — including pupils from Dalry Primary — it revitalises public space while promoting healthier, safer, and more sustainable travel. Community gardens and allotments along the route enhance its social value, and a new toucan crossing improves accessibility. Baseline support was high, with 83% of locals in favour. The scheme addresses past safety concerns in Dalry Park, increasing confidence in using the space. With usage already strong and further monitoring underway, this project demonstrates how targeted investment in active travel and greenspace can regenerate communities, encourage modal shift, and deliver tangible public health and environmental benefits.
City of Edinburgh Council
Roseburn to Union Canal Active Travel Route and Greenspace
WINNER
The Roseburn to Union Canal Active Travel Route is a transformative infrastructure project connecting key walking and cycling paths across Edinburgh. Delivered in December 2024, this 10-year-in-the-making scheme includes two new bridges, upgraded greenspaces like Dalry Play Park, and the planting of nearly 5,000 trees. Designed with community input — including pupils from Dalry Primary — it revitalises public space while promoting healthier, safer, and more sustainable travel. Community gardens and allotments along the route enhance its social value, and a new toucan crossing improves accessibility. Baseline support was high, with 83% of locals in favour. The scheme addresses past safety concerns in Dalry Park, increasing confidence in using the space. With usage already strong and further monitoring underway, this project demonstrates how targeted investment in active travel and greenspace can regenerate communities, encourage modal shift, and deliver tangible public health and environmental benefits.
Stantec with Dumfries and Galloway Council
Castle Douglas Active Travel Gateway
The Castle Douglas Active Travel Gateway project showcases how deeply collaborative, evidence-led design can transform rural infrastructure. Appointed by Dumfries and Galloway Council, Stantec worked closely with residents, wheelchair users, and other local stakeholders to redesign an unsafe, high-speed four-arm roundabout into a more inclusive and user-friendly space. While initial proposals followed national guidelines favouring a Dutch-style roundabout, community engagement and data analysis revealed this wouldn’t meet local needs. Instead, the project pivoted to a signalised junction with early release phases for cyclists and improved pedestrian crossings. Accessibility audits and volunteer-led walkabouts ensured the final design genuinely addressed local mobility barriers and desire lines. The result is a safer, greener gateway to Castle Douglas that reflects the area’s rural character and heritage. This project highlights how tailoring national best practices to local realities can lead to better outcomes — especially when designed around the needs of the most vulnerable road users.
Stantec with Dumfries and Galloway Council
Castle Douglas Active Travel Gateway
The Castle Douglas Active Travel Gateway project showcases how deeply collaborative, evidence-led design can transform rural infrastructure. Appointed by Dumfries and Galloway Council, Stantec worked closely with residents, wheelchair users, and other local stakeholders to redesign an unsafe, high-speed four-arm roundabout into a more inclusive and user-friendly space. While initial proposals followed national guidelines favouring a Dutch-style roundabout, community engagement and data analysis revealed this wouldn’t meet local needs. Instead, the project pivoted to a signalised junction with early release phases for cyclists and improved pedestrian crossings. Accessibility audits and volunteer-led walkabouts ensured the final design genuinely addressed local mobility barriers and desire lines. The result is a safer, greener gateway to Castle Douglas that reflects the area’s rural character and heritage. This project highlights how tailoring national best practices to local realities can lead to better outcomes — especially when designed around the needs of the most vulnerable road users.
Stantec with Dumfries and Galloway Council
Castle Douglas Active Travel Gateway
The Castle Douglas Active Travel Gateway project showcases how deeply collaborative, evidence-led design can transform rural infrastructure. Appointed by Dumfries and Galloway Council, Stantec worked closely with residents, wheelchair users, and other local stakeholders to redesign an unsafe, high-speed four-arm roundabout into a more inclusive and user-friendly space. While initial proposals followed national guidelines favouring a Dutch-style roundabout, community engagement and data analysis revealed this wouldn’t meet local needs. Instead, the project pivoted to a signalised junction with early release phases for cyclists and improved pedestrian crossings. Accessibility audits and volunteer-led walkabouts ensured the final design genuinely addressed local mobility barriers and desire lines. The result is a safer, greener gateway to Castle Douglas that reflects the area’s rural character and heritage. This project highlights how tailoring national best practices to local realities can lead to better outcomes — especially when designed around the needs of the most vulnerable road users.