The main aim of the TII Research Programme is to enable TII to carry out its mission of “providing high quality transport infrastructure and services, delivering a better quality of life and supporting economic growth”. Research is one of the key ways that TII informs operational policy and sets standards. Emphasis is on:

• What is likely to be the TII needs,

• Ensuring that state-of-the-art materials and techniques are used,

• filling knowledge gaps where they exist,

• Implementing the research conclusions and integrating the research outputs in a timely and effective way.

The research programme covers all areas of TII responsibility including planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations.

TII uses the research programme outputs to:

• Provide and/or improve standards, specifications and procedures,

• Identify, encourage and facilitate innovation,

• Assist in the professional development of staff and enhancement of TII operations.