As you might have heard earlier, the Meridian project has been extended to 2027. CINEA signed off on the proposal earlier this week and so we are looking forward to continue our cooperation well into the next year. Let’s finish the job!

Throwback to the Steering Committee in Utrecht

During the first day of the Steering Committee Meeting in Utrecht, participants visited the VCMN for an inside look at Dutch traffic management. The morning featured an introduction to Rijkswaterstaat’s CHARM programme, which is modernising the IT platform for all national traffic management centres. The presentation highlighted key lessons on managing complex systems, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and aligning technical development with organisational change.

Participants were then briefed on day-to-day operations within Dutch traffic management centres, including incident response, tunnel and rush-hour lane operations, and the work of the National Traffic Centre and Media Team.

The group also joined practical demonstrations, including an in-depth look at the vehicles used by Dutch traffic officers. The latest vehicle generation offers improved visibility, upgraded equipment, and a redesigned DRIP for better on-road communication. Discussions covered operational procedures, communication tools, and future developments.

The visit offered valuable insights into both the strategic and operational dimensions of Dutch traffic management, providing inspiration for ongoing work within the MERIDIAN project.