What this guide does
This guide explains how to launch the Data Import Tool from a Network Update Request. This guide describes the different import scenarios available for bulk changes to network segments. This guide helps you choose when to use each Data Import scenario instead of changing segments one by one.
Prerequisites
NHVR Portal (NHVR Go) account with Road Manager access.
Access to Network Management and the network you want to update.
Permission to create or edit a Network Update Request (NUR) for that network.
Date of last review
Date of last review: [02 03 2026]
Step-by-step instructions
Open NHVR Go in your browser and log in with your Road Manager account.
From the menu, select Access management, then select Vehicle networks so the Vehicle Networks table is displayed.
3. Locate the relevant network and create a Network Update Request (NUR) or open an existing NUR. Click Save Draft. Be sure not to submit the NUR as the select Import network segments option will not appear.
4. Once the NUR is created or located, click the three dots (⋯) next to the NUR number and select Import Segments.
5. The Data Import Tool opens, showing the changes made and import options. You can:
a) Use an Excel template (recommended for most large changes) OR
b) Copy and paste data directly from the tool into your clipboard.
6. To use a template, click the option to download a template. Open it in Excel and review the example row. Assess the most appropriate information from the ‘Options’ at the bottom of the sheet.
7. Choose the import scenario that matches the change you need to make, for example:
Add Managed Roads not on Network – add all remaining managed roads not yet on the network (see Page 66).
Change Managed Roads Currently On Network – change or remove managed roads that are already on the network (see Page 68).
Change Access Status for Roads Currently On Network – change approved, conditional or restricted status for existing roads (see Page 70).
Duplicate Segments from Another Network – copy segments from a different network (see Page 72).
Add Segments to a Network – add specific new segments to the network (see Page 74).
Add Structures – bulk add structures and associated text (see Page 76).
8. In the template, enter the required information in each column according to the scenario you selected.
9. Save the completed template to your computer as a text or CSV.
10. Drag and drop the template into the upload area in the Data Import Tool.
11. Allow the system to validate your data. Any invalid fields will be marked and must be corrected. You can change the selection type from its default ‘Structure’ to suit the relevant scenario you have selected.
12. When validation succeeds, click Import Data.
13. After you receive notification that the import has completed, review the import results table and click Back to return to the NUR. All imported segments, changes or structures will now appear in the NUR and can be further adjusted as required.
Tips and common issues
Always select the scenario that matches your intended change; using the wrong scenario can add or change more segments than expected.
For large imports, test your approach with a smaller set of rows first to verify that the outcome is what you expect.
The Data Import Tool works from the network and NUR you opened; double-check you are in the correct network before importing.
Where to get help
Refer to your organisation’s internal guidance on when to use bulk imports versus manual edits.
Contact the NHVR Network Management or Spatial support team if you are unsure which scenario to use.