10 September 2025: Intelligent Transport Systems UK (ITS UK), the industry association for transport technology, has announced the election of Catherine Whitfield of Mott MacDonald as its new Chair, and Caroline Hildreth of Netcompany, as its Vice Chair. Both have previously served on the Board for a number of years, Catherine as Vice Chair and Caroline as Finance Lead.

The appointments follow outgoing Chair Stuart Scott stepping down following two and a half years in the role. Stuart will continue to remain on the Board of ITS UK, which – over his time at the helm – saw considerable growth and success, including reaching 190+ members, achieving its highest ever member satisfaction scores and winning the Association Transformation Award from the Trade Association Forum.

Catherine Whitfield, ITS UK’s new Chair, said: “I am absolutely delighted and honoured to take up the role of Chair of ITS UK. It means a great deal to have the trust and support of the industry I value so much. Over the past 30 years, this organisation has built a strong and meaningful legacy, and I’m excited to build on those foundations as we look to the future. My focus will be on working alongside the Board and ITS UK team as we continue to evolve, adapt and remain a vital force for the next generation.”

Caroline Hildreth, ITS UK’s Vice Chair, said: “The transport sector is at a crossroads. We can either shape the future of mobility or watch others do it for us. As Vice Chair, I’m excited to work alongside our Chair, Catherine, and our membership to ensure ITS UK leads that conversation.

“I want to use my experience, drive and passion for the transport sector and ITS UK’s membership to build an organisation that genuinely advances intelligent transport systems across the UK.”

Max Sugarman, Chief Executive of ITS UK, welcomed the appointments: “Congratulations to both Catherine and Caroline on becoming Chair and Vice Chair. They each bring a wealth of expertise, energy, and a strong commitment to advancing the sector. As long-standing Board Members, they have already made a significant contribution, and I know with both at the helm we will continue to see the organisation grow and flourish. I look forward to working closely with them in their new roles as the organisation develops its plans for 2026 and beyond.

“I would also like to extend my thanks, on behalf of ITS UK and our members, to our outgoing Chair, Stuart Scott. Stuart has been a passionate champion of transport technology and its importance as a strategic industry for the UK. He has been instrumental in driving ITS UK to become a more outward-facing organisation that now acts as the voice ofthe industry. Under his leadership, ITS UK has expanded its membership, increased its impact, and broadened its focus to embrace technology across all transport modes. We are hugely grateful to Stuart for his leadership and support.”

Note to Editors

1. About Catherine Whitfield: Catherine has recently joined Mott MacDonald as ITS Projects Director after a number of years at WSP. She has over 25 years’ experience working in the intelligent transport industry, helping clients overcome challenges, unlock potential and create new solutions. She specialises in the operational, user and business elements of Intelligent Transport Systems, providing an interface between organisational needs and the detailed technical and operational solutions that meet them. Over her career she has worked with a range of organisations including National Highways, the Department for Transport, Transport Scotland and the Dubai Transport Authority, helping them formulate and implement strategic programmes of work to deliver a step change in customer experience and safety.  Catherine is a keen advocate for increasing diversity within our industry, across all characteristics, including academic background. She is proud to be a Chartered Geographer and actively encourages, supports and mentors early career professionals from all backgrounds to define their own development routes. 

2. About Caroline Hildreth: Caroline is a Principal (Transport) at Netcompany (which is the fastest growing and most successful IT services company in the Nordics, aiming to become the Northern European market leader), where she works across the transport industry; developing business-critical IT systems, self-service solutions, portals and service-oriented architectures using modern technologies. Caroline is non-practicing solicitor and therefore an experienced contract and commercial management professional with a strong legal background having worked in practice for over 10 years previously. As a member of Women in Transport and Principal Sponsor of Netcompany’s Women in Netcompany ERG, Caroline is a keen advocate for diversity across both the transport and technology sectors. She is a mentor and actively works with early careers and returners to advocate that careers are not linear.

3. About ITS UK: Intelligent Transport Systems UK (ITS UK) is the voice of the transport technology industry. ITS UK provides a national platform to support the roll out of technology for a cleaner, safer and more effective transport network, both at home and abroad. We support our 190+ members – from both the private and public sector, and covering all sizes and disciplines – through advocacy to policymakers, connecting people and organisations, promoting the industry overseas and supporting innovation across the intelligent transport ecosystem. www.its-uk.org