Consultants I-transport and TPA are the latest organisations to join TPS as a Stakeholder Member and to gain access to the PDS scheme for their graduates.

I-Transport is a specialist transport planning practice that is committed to supporting all members of staff in their professional development. Tim Bright has told TPS that

"Becoming a Stakeholder Member of TPS allows i-Transport to offer a structured industry recognised training plan, enabling staff to gain a breadth of knowledge, advance their careers and contribute more to the success of our business"

TPA have said that 

 " it's integral for Transport Planning Associates to join the Professional Development Scheme to allow junior staff members and potential graduate recruits to develop their skills, experience and breadth of knowledge required to excel as a Transport Planner.  By becoming a stakeholder Transport Planning Associates will gain recognition from the Transport Planning Society by supporting younger transport planners towards becoming true professionals, to the benefit of the company and the individuals concerned".

In welcoming these two new organisations, Keith Buchan, TPS Skills Director commented  

"We very much look forward to working with I-Transport and TPA to develop their skills base – these are exciting times for transport planners and we welcome the opportunity to help new recruits in their professional development.  The TPS is also exploring fresh ideas on how to support those who complete the PDS to achieve the TPP in due course