Integrated Crowd Traffic Management Plans – Why They Matter and Who Can Deliver Them

An Integrated Crowd Traffic Management Plan (ICTMP) is a comprehensive strategy that combines traffic control and crowd management to ensure the safe and efficient movement of vehicles and people at events, construction sites, or film productions. Unlike standard traffic control plans, an ICTMP recognises that vehicle traffic and pedestrian flows are interconnected and must be managed together.

While there are many traffic management companies in Sydney, very few are licensed to deliver both traffic control and security. CATO Group stands out as one of the only service providers in Australia with both a Traffic Control licence and a Security Master licence. This means:

• CATO can manage lane closures, diversions, and approvals.

• CATO Security provides licensed crowd control for events, event security in Sydney, and crowd management services.

• Clients benefit from CATO Services as a single integrated solution, avoiding the need to coordinate between separate traffic control companies and security companies in Sydney.

For event traffic management in Sydney, crowd control, or security for events, CATO Group are the leading choice for integrated services.

What does an ICTMP entail?

An ICTMP typically includes:

• Traffic Management Planning – accredited traffic control companies prepare Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS) and Traffic Management Plans (TMP) to manage road closures, detours, and vehicle access.

• Crowd Control & Event Security – licensed crowd controllers and event security personnel oversee pedestrian flows, entry and exit points, and public safety.

• Emergency & Contingency Planning – safe evacuation routes, access for emergency services, and risk management strategies.

• Integrated Command & Communication – linking traffic controllers, security teams, and event organisers under one coordinated system.

When is an ICTMP required?

• Large public events such as festivals, concerts, and sports matches.

• Film and TV productions in Sydney CBD where both vehicle and pedestrian disruptions occur.

• High-traffic construction sites located near busy pedestrian areas, transport hubs, or sensitive road corridors.

Lead times can vary from 2–6 weeks, depending on the complexity of the site and the number of approvals needed.

You can learn more about our Traffic Management Plans, Road Occupancy Licenses or Council Permits here.

If you’re interested in a ICTMP, get in contact with one of our dedicated account managers.