Highway Control Specialists
Accredited Sector 8 contractor delivering expert traffic light and optical maintenance across the UK since 2002.
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Sector 8 Accredited
Fully certified under the Highway Electrical Registration Scheme for safety, quality, and compliance.
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Nationwide Coverage
Delivering reliable traffic light and optical maintenance services to clients across the UK.
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Over 23 Years Of Experience
Trusted by Tier 1 contractors and local authorities for professional, safety-assured solutions since 2002.

Trusted Highway Electrical Experts
Founded in 2002 by Michael Waite, Hilite UK has over 23 years of hands-on experience in traffic signal installation, maintenance, and asset management. As a fully accredited NHSS Sector 8 contractor, we specialise in optical maintenance, periodic inspections, electrical testing, and comprehensive asset management. Our nationwide services support leading infrastructure providers and local authorities, including Telent, Swarco, IR Construction and Yunex.
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23+
Years of Service
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Industry Awards
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Highway Control Services
Providing safe, reliable and accredited traffic management solutions for highways across the UK.
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Traffic Signal Installation
Expert installation of traffic signal systems nationwide, ensuring safe and reliable traffic control infrastructure from day one.
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Optical Maintenance & Inspections
Routine optical maintenance and periodic inspections keep your signals performing at their best, improving safety and reducing downtime.
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Electrical Testing
Comprehensive electrical testing services ensure all traffic signal equipment meets required safety and operational standards.
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Asset Management
Detailed asset management solutions, including nationwide surveys for clients such as Imtrac (Swarco) and Elexon Codes (Yunex).
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Emergency Callouts
Rapid response teams available for emergency traffic signal repairs to keep your infrastructure running smoothly and safely.
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Nationwide Coverage
Our team operates across the UK, delivering consistent, high-quality traffic control services wherever you need them.
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Compliance & Certification
All engineers are NHSS 8 qualified and trained to the highest industry standards, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
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And More!
From bespoke traffic solutions to specialist consultancy, our team is ready to deliver tailored services for your specific requirements.


Sector 8 Accreditation
Hilite Highway Control Specialists Ltd operates under full accreditation of Sector 8 – Highway Electrical Registration Scheme, administered by the Highway Electrical Association (HEA) and recognised under the National Highways Sector Schemes (NHSS).
This accreditation covers all aspects of our work, including the design, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and testing of highway electrical systems such as traffic signals, street lighting, and related infrastructure.
- Robust health and safety protocols
- Proven technical competency across all operations
This accreditation is not just a mark of compliance – it's a mandatory requirement for many public sector contracts and Tier 1 projects on the UK road network. Our commitment to Sector 8 standards ensures every project we deliver meets the highest expectations of safety, reliability, and professionalism.
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- Performance analysis
- Revenue recognition
- Cash flow management
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- Contract review and management
- Benchmarking
- Strategic analysis, includes business drivers
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Partner With Hilite UK For Trusted, Accredited Solutions
With over 23 years of experience, Hilite UK delivers high-calibre subcontracting in traffic signal maintenance, optical services, and highway control. Fully Sector 8 accredited under the Highway Electrical Registration Scheme (NHSS), we provide:
Reliable traffic signal installations and upgrades
Proactive maintenance and inspections
Nationwide coverage and emergency response
Full regulatory compliance
Looking for a dependable delivery partner with specialist expertise or additional capacity? Let’s build something together. Contact us today to discuss how Hilite can support your next project.
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What Our Clients Say About Working With Hilite UK
From Tier 1 contractors to local authorities, our partners trust us to deliver safe, compliant and efficient highway electrical and traffic management works. With NHSS 8 accreditation, rigorous RAMS and clear communication, we keep programmes on track and networks moving.
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Hilite have been our trusted asset survey partner for over 6 years and have played a huge part in the success in IMTRAC as an asset management platform due to the high quality and reliable service they provide.
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I have worked with Mike for several years across a range of projects and have always been pleased by the work Mike and his team deliver. Mike understands the highways industry and the needs of his customers and has consistently met my expectations and exceeded them on several occasions.
David Mill Senior Contract Manager (Telent)