Glasgow Plans £1.27M AI Bus Signal Trial to Improve Journey Times

Glasgow is launching a £1.27 million pilot program to trial AI-powered traffic signals along Pollokshaws Road, a key corridor connecting the Southside to the city center, with the goal of reducing bus journey times and improving public transport reliability. The smart signals, installed at over 20 junctions, will use real-time and historical data to prioritize buses and enable smoother journeys, especially during peak hours, major events, and unexpected delays. This initiative builds on a previous smaller trial that cut bus times by up to 50%, and if successful, the scheme could expand citywide. While primarily benefiting buses, the AI system is also expected to reduce congestion, lower emissions, and improve traffic flow for all road users. The funding will also support design work on major infrastructure projects, including extended bus lanes, a segregated busway near Pollok Park, and improvements to key bus corridors and the busy Hope Street interchange. City officials emphasize that this investment is a significant step toward creating a faster, more reliable, and more attractive bus network across Glasgow.