A £300,000 feasibility study will assess potential extensions to Nottingham’s tram network, with three locations under consideration. The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) is commissioning the study to support housing and employment growth.

The proposed routes could extend the NET network to Gedling, the Fairham Pastures development near Clifton, or the Chetwynd Barracks site in Chilwell. The last tram expansion was completed in 2015, and previous extension plans were delayed.

The study, expected to take three to six months, will evaluate land acquisition, public consultation, and funding viability. EMCCA says the project aims to enhance Nottingham’s transport infrastructure, reduce emissions, and improve access to jobs and new housing developments.

The funding comes from the Government’s City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement, which allocated £66 million for East Midlands transport projects.

Vaculug has obtained a Heathrow Ground Operations Licence, allowing it to supply tyre solutions for ground support vehicles at the UK’s busiest airport.

The approval enables Vaculug to provide sustainable tyre services at Heathrow, aligning with the airport’s operational and environmental goals. The company specialises in retreaded and eco-friendly tyres, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and extend the lifespan of commercial tyres.

This certification strengthens Vaculug’s position as a fleet management provider in the aviation sector. The company stated that the licence reflects its commitment to safety, sustainability, and high operational standards.

Mobility in Motion has partnered with British Paralympian Robyn Love to raise awareness of mobility solutions for disabled drivers. The Ayr-born, Manchester-based wheelchair basketball athlete, who competed in the 2016 Paralympic Games, is advocating for greater accessibility in car travel.

The Derby-based automotive accessibility manufacturer aims to highlight adaptive driving solutions, such as hand controls and modified accelerators, to help individuals with limited mobility complete everyday tasks like commuting and parenting.

Love, who became a mother in 2023, emphasised the importance of mobility adaptations for disabled parents. She noted that discovering vehicle modifications transformed her independence and daily life.

Bruce Lauder, Head of Sales & Marketing at Mobility in Motion, said the partnership aligns with the company’s mission to increase awareness of mobility solutions across the UK.

Arup has committed £1 million to restore 67.5 hectares of degraded land at Boothby Wildland in Lincolnshire, a 617-hectare rewilding project led by Nattergal. In collaboration with Wilder Carbon, the initiative will secure 10,000 tonnes of carbon removal credits over 30 years.

Rather than purchasing land, Arup funds large-scale habitat restoration upfront, a model that aligns with the growing corporate demand for high-integrity nature credits. UK businesses face increasing pressure to meet net-zero targets, with demand for nature-based credits projected to rise 15-fold by 2030 and 100-fold by 2050.

The project will enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, support flood mitigation, and contribute to cleaner air and water. It also aims to set a precedent for private sector investment in ecosystem recovery. The UK has five years left to restore 30% of land and sea by 2030.

Wilder Carbon has certified the carbon credits under industry-leading standards, ensuring measurable and verifiable climate benefits. The partnership reflects a growing trend of businesses seeking long-term, science-backed carbon sequestration and biodiversity preservation solutions.