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.

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.

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.

Lynsey Storm

Head of People

About

Lynsey is Head of People at iTransport, bringing over 20 years’ experience across professional services and construction. A Chartered MCIPD professional, she leads the people strategy across the business.

She works closely with leadership to build a strong, inclusive culture, supporting talent development and ensuring a positive employee experience. Lynsey combines strategic insight with a practical approach, helping individuals and teams perform at their best.

Passionate about people, she focuses on creating an environment where individuals feel supported, challenged and able to grow — strengthening both the business and its long-term success.

Steve Jenkins

Partner

About

Steve is a Partner with over 25 years’ experience across both the public and private sectors. Based in the Solent office, he works across a wide portfolio of projects, from individual sites to nationally significant infrastructure schemes.

He provides expert advice on transport, highways and access, helping clients solve complex challenges and progress developments at all scales. Steve is known for his practical, solutions-focused approach, combining technical expertise with a clear understanding of planning requirements.

Working across the UK, he supports major residential schemes and infrastructure projects, delivering clear, strategic guidance that drives successful outcomes.

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.

Lucy Jardine

Principal Consultant

About

Lucy is a Principal Consultant with 5 years’ experience in the transport planning industry, having joined iTransport as a Graduate in 2021 in the Basingstoke office. She has contributed to a wide range of projects from small residential developments to large strategic residential and employment sites across the south of England. In 2023, Lucy supported the opening of the Solent office and now works extensively across the South Coast. In 2026, she became the chair of the Solent Women in Property Committee and helps to organise and run networking events within the industry.

Lucy works closely with clients and project teams to provide highways and transport advice throughout the full project lifecycle – from initial feasibility and appraisal through to the submission and post-planning. She has experience in preparing various transport reports, undertaking traffic modelling, and acting as Travel Plan Co-ordinator for several residential developments.

Contact

Solent office

Building 1000
Lakeside North Harbour
Western Road
Portsmouth
PO6 3EZ

03316 300366 enquiries@itransport.co.uk

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