The Solent office opened in April 2023 with four team members. In the past three years, the office has experienced strong growth, and now has 11 people across all levels, with experience ranging from partner through to graduate.

Solent

Core services

We provide the full range of specialist transport planning services needed to take schemes from early concept through to consent and delivery.

Transport Assessments & Statements

Clear, focused Transport Assessments and Statements for planning applications and appeals. Evidence-based reporting that responds to site context and stands up to scrutiny.

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Travel Plans & Coordination

Practical Travel Plans and coordination support that help developments promote sustainable travel, meet planning requirements and work effectively in operation.

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Feasibility Design

Early-stage feasibility design to test access, movement and layout options. Clear, practical thinking that helps shape viable schemes from the outset.

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Planning Appeals

Specialist transport support for planning appeals, providing clear evidence and reasoned advice that helps strengthen your case under scrutiny.

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Meet our team

The Solent team works on a wide range of projects, primarily along the South Coast, from Cornwall to Kent and beyond. Our work is not confined to this region — we have also supported projects in Ireland and Wales.

Matthew Sapsford

Consultant

About

Matthew is a Consultant based in the Solent office, bringing a strong analytical skillset to transport planning through his background in geospatial analysis.

He provides GIS-based insight across a range of projects, supporting everything from digital modelling to origin-destination analysis. His work helps build clear, data-led evidence that underpins planning applications and transport strategies.

Matthew also brings valuable experience from his time as a Planning Officer, giving him a clear understanding of how local authorities assess applications. This perspective helps him shape outputs that are practical, policy-aligned and easy to interpret — supporting more confident decision-making.

Dan Godwin

Consultant

About

Dan is a Consultant and joined iTransport as a Graduate in 2024. He has contributed and worked on a variety of projects ranging from strategic residential, large scale mixed-use and employment sites across the south, partially in Hampshire and West Sussex.

Dan has provided initial advice and appraisals through to the submission and post-submission of projects on behalf of clients. He has experience in providing a variety of reports for different target audiences, traffic modelling, GIS and acting as a Travel Plan Co-ordinator for residential and employment developments in the south.

Ollie Thompson

Associate

About

Ollie is an Associate with 10 years’ experience in transport and development planning, advising clients on how to unlock land for development. Based in the Solent office, he works across residential, retail, commercial and leisure projects.

He provides transport advice across all stages of the planning process, from early feasibility through to application and condition discharge. Ollie combines strong technical expertise — including modelling and analysis — with a clear understanding of local authority requirements.

With a strong focus on Hampshire and West Sussex, he brings valuable local insight and a practical approach to delivering solutions that move projects forward.

Mark Gimingham

Managing Partner

About

Mark is Managing Partner and one of the founders of iTransport, with over 25 years’ experience in transport planning.

He advises on major development projects across the UK, specialising in strategic residential and commercial schemes. Mark is known for developing clear transport strategies for complex sites and leading negotiations with local authorities and National Highways.

With a long track record of successful projects, he provides strategic leadership to both clients and the business, helping shape developments that are deliverable, sustainable and commercially successful.

Tony Wares

Associate

About

Tony is an Associate Partner with over 18 years’ experience advising on the transport and highways implications of a wide range of development projects.

He has extensive knowledge of planning policy, modelling and technical reporting, supporting major schemes across London and the South East. His experience spans multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, education and healthcare.

Tony provides strategic oversight on complex projects, guiding teams and presenting clear, evidence-led advice to clients, stakeholders and decision-makers. Known for building strong relationships, he plays a key role in securing planning outcomes and supporting long-term client success.

Dominic Smith

Partner

About

Dom is a Partner with 17 years’ experience across both the public and private sector. He leads the Solent office, bringing deep local knowledge across the South Coast alongside a strong track record in unlocking complex development sites.

His experience includes senior roles within local government and industry bodies, giving him a clear understanding of how decisions are made and how to navigate them. Dom advises on projects of all scales, from small infill sites to large mixed-use developments, across residential, commercial and education sectors.

Known for his problem-solving approach, he provides clear, strategic advice and works closely with clients and authorities to secure positive planning outcomes.

Contact

Solent office

Building 1000
Lakeside North Harbour
Western Road
Portsmouth
PO6 3EZ

03316 300366 enquiries@itransport.co.uk

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