City Science has strengthened its presence in the UK transport sector with the appointment of a Principal Transport Modeller in the West Midlands (TfWM), an Associate Director (AD) of Transport Modelling in London and a new Director of Transport Planning based in the Midlands.
Transport Modelling & Appraisal
To grow its transport modelling and appraisal presence in the UK and increase its technical capacity and capability, City Science have recruited Ed Whittaker (Principal) and David Battershill (AD) from Sweco. David joins City Science in July following Ed’s arrival in June.
Both David and Ed will support the work City Science are undertaking for Transport for West Midlands on developing the new West Midlands Regional Strategic Model, as well as work on strategic local plan modelling for Gloucester, Cheltenham and Tewkesbury.
The excellent track record Ed and David have with TfWM, TfL, National Highways, Stoke-on-Trent City Council, Worcestershire County Council and the Black Country Authorities should enhance opportunities for City Science in transport modelling and appraisal across the UK.
Ed Whittaker, a Principal transport modeller, with expertise in big data manipulation, use of mobile phone data and GIS, project managed the development of the VISUM-based Worcestershire Strategic Transport Model for Worcestershire County Council working with Amey. He also had a key technical role in the modelling and transport evidence base for both the South Worcestershire and Newcastle-under-Lyme local plans.
David Battershill, an experienced transport modeller, has over 20 years of experience and has played a key technical role for Transport for London in the development of their Saturn-based London Highway Assignment Model, being involved in several recalibration and validations of the model and creating several innovative new features. He was also integral to the development of the North Staffordshire Multi-Modal model for Stoke-on-Trent City Council and the Worcestershire Strategic Transport Model for Worcestershire County Council as well as acting as expert witness for several DCOs on behalf of National Highways.
Karl Jarvis, Head of Transport Modelling & Appraisal at City Science remarked “ I am delighted to have Ed and David join City Science, these strategic recruits that I have known for a long time will take us to the next level, expanding our transport modelling offer, providing robust evidence-based decision making to our clients and are both fully committed and skilled to increasing the automation of transport modelling.”
Transport Planning
City Science have also recruited Greg Hartshorn, as their new Head of Transport Planning, at Director level. Greg joins City Science on the 7th of July and brings a wealth of experience to significantly enhance the City Science UK transport planning offer.
Greg is a creative and market-focussed leader with a proven track record of technical excellence, leadership and strategic problem solving. He has over 30 years of transport planning experience having previously been the Transport Policy and Strategy Director at AtkinsRealis where he was Professional Head of Discipline working closely with clients such as Midlands Connect, Lancashire County Council, National Highway and the DfT. He led the first ever pan-Midlands transport strategy for Midlands Connect and played a key role in making the case for the Midlands Rail hub. Prior to his 16 years at AtkinsRealis, Greg was an Associate and team leader for 10 years at Steer Davies Gleave (now Steer).
Our Offer
With these exciting new appointments, City Science is poised to deliver even greater impact across transport modelling, appraisal, and planning in the UK. Our strengthened team brings unmatched technical expertise, creative leadership, and a shared commitment to decarbonising transport systems nationwide.
Whether you’re a local authority, government agency, or private sector partner, now is the time to collaborate with a team shaping the future of transport.
Get in touch today to explore how City Science can support your next transport project with cutting-edge modelling, robust evidence, and innovative planning strategies. Together, we can drive smarter, more sustainable transport solutions for the UK.