The ITS World Congress 2027 has reached an important milestone, with the UK Government confirmed as official host of the Congress, alongside local hosts, West Midlands Combined Authority through Transport for West Midlands. The 33rd ITS World Congress Birmingham 2027 is organised by ERTICO – ITS Europe, in collaboration with the European Commission and co-organised by ITS America and ITS Asia-Pacific.
The UK Government’s role is led by the Department for Transport, with support from the Department for Business and Trade and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. National Highways and the devolved transport bodies representing Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will be key participants, together with leading UK mayoral and local authorities, alongside international governments, cities and industry.
The UK Government and ERTICO – ITS Europe has agreed in principle to provide complimentary access to the 33rd ITS World Congress Birmingham 2027, including both the Congress and exhibition, for eligible UK public sector officials.
The UK government has stated its commitment to encourage strong participation from its departments, local authorities and other public sector transport organisations, strengthening engagement and collaboration with the global ITS community. Formal arrangements are currently being finalised.
With this backing from national, regional and local authorities and administrations, reinforcing the ITS World Congress 2027 as a global platform for innovation and knowledge exchange, bringing together those shaping the future of transport and mobility.
The 33rd ITS World Congress, taking place from 25–29 October 2027 at Birmingham’s NEC, will bring together the UK transport and mobility sector with the global intelligent transport community. The Congress is expected to attract more than 15,000 participants, 350 exhibitors and representatives from over 100 countries, connecting organisations with governments, cities, local authorities, transport operators, researchers and industry leaders involved in policy, investment, procurement and real-world deployment.
The international exhibition will sit alongside a high-level strategic and technical programme, networking opportunities, dedicated UK feature zones and live demonstrations. Exhibitors and partners will have opportunities to showcase innovations, engage with decision-makers, meet potential customers and build international relationships across connected and automated mobility, public transport, data and AI, traffic management, road safety and other areas shaping the future of transport.
Visit www.itsworldcongress.com to learn more about the 2027 ITS World Congress.
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