Rappor adds transport planning trio in Manchester
Our ambition in the northwest just went into overdrive! We’re thrilled to announce Sam Denby, Chris Rushton and Neil Bayliss-Rowe to Rappor.
Collectively bringing a vast amount of expertise and local knowledge, the three transport and movement strategy consultants have moved from Hydrock (now Stantec) to join us in director-level roles, strengthening our wider interdisciplinary offering across the region.
Our Manchester office already features specialists tackling crucial environmental and infrastructure challenges, from noise pollution and the “invisible” factors of air quality; to better, more resilient water environmental management. Now, with their transport experience, our team there is better placed than ever to design full solutions that can handle climate change, improve wellbeing, and include everyone.
Sam Denby, director of transport planning – northwest, shared the excitement about the move:
“We’re delighted to join a fantastic team at Rapper. The vision and commitment to people and partnership is second to none, and we can’t wait to add to the energy and momentum that’s building.”
The trio have successfully delivered several key transport movement and infrastructure projects in the region, showcasing modern urban planning and sustainable travel.
These include the Ancoats Mobility Hub, in Manchester, which goes beyond a typical parking facility by serving as a multi-modal interchange. It integrates electric vehicle charging, car-sharing services, and secure cycle storage to centralise parking, ease traffic jams, and encourage onward travel via greener methods.
Another vital project is the St Helens CYCLOPS Junction, a pioneering piece of active travel infrastructure and the first of its kind in Merseyside. This design fully segregates cyclists from both vehicles and pedestrians at the crossing by providing a protected track around the junction. This approach enhances safety, making cycling a more viable and appealing commuting option and directly contributing to local net zero goals.
Finally, their work on Chorley Council’s new civic square highlights their dedication to public realm transformation and safety. This involved a security access needs assessment (SNA) and hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM).
Adam Padmore, managing director at Rappor, added:
“We’re so pleased to have Sam, Chris, and Neil join our team. Their combined leadership helps us deliver creative and lasting transport and movement solutions for our clients everywhere. This is an important step in our plan to grow our business by bringing in the best people. We expect to see more new faces in the region soon!”
