Eversheds gets Dartford Crossing deal flowing for Highways Agency

Global law firm Eversheds has advised the UK’s Highways Agency on the US$592 million contract for the implementation of a new free-flow charging system at M25 Dartford-Thurrock River Crossing. New technology which utilises number-plate recognition technology will allow drivers to use the crossing without having to stop at the barriers to hand over payment. Road users will be able to pay through a variety of methods including telephone, text, online and at retail outlets. Pre-paid accounts which qualify
October 22, 2013 Read time: 1 min
Global law firm Eversheds has advised the UK’s 503 Highways Agency on the US$592 million contract for the implementation of a new free-flow charging system at M25 Dartford-Thurrock River Crossing.
 
New technology which utilises number-plate recognition technology will allow drivers to use the crossing without having to stop at the barriers to hand over payment. Road users will be able to pay through a variety of methods including telephone, text, online and at retail outlets. Pre-paid accounts which qualify for discounted journeys will also be available.

French company 480 Sanef has been awarded the contract to design, implement, deliver and operate the new free-flow charging system.

Eversheds IT outsourcing partner Nick Blane, supported by procurement, advised the Highways Agency on the charging contract, with Dominic Lacey advising on the impacts to the existing contractual structures of the M25.
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