AI innovation shortlisted for ADEPT Award

Cheshire East Highways has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award recognising innovation in infrastructure and public services.

The organisation has been named a finalist at the ADEPT Awards for its entry, Smart Roads, Safer Networks: Transforming Highways with AI Video Intelligence.

The category highlights the use of cutting-edge technology to create smarter, more efficient places that deliver improved outcomes and better value for money for communities.

Cheshire East Highways’ submission focuses on its use of AI-powered video analysis to enhance road network management. The approach is already delivering measurable benefits, including improved safety, a 40% reduction in operational costs, less disruption for road users, and faster, more accurate road condition data.

The awards celebrate innovation and best practice across the UK’s local authority and public sector services, with strong competition expected from organisations nationwide.

Winners will be announced at a ceremony taking place in London on May 13.