Rees Jeffreys Road Fund sponsors World Congress “Curiosity Box” to inspire the next generation
The Rees Jeffreys Road Fund is giving a grant to the hosts of the 2027 Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress in Birmingham to support their “Curiosity Box” they’ll showcase to Year 6 children in the run-up to, and at the event. A Curiosity Box is an established curriculum-linked STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) education resource, […]
World Congress hosts launch “Curiosity Box” to inspire future transport talent
The hosts of the 2027 Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) World Congress in Birmingham are committing to inspiring the next generation of industry professionals through a “Curiosity Box” they’ll showcase to Year 6 children in the run-up to, and at the event. A Curiosity Box is an established curriculum-linked STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) education resource […]
2027 World Congress concentrates on human factors, sustainability, breakthrough technology and business
The organisers of the major Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress in Birmingham in October 2027 have proposed four thematic areas that the event will concentrate on. They’re around humanising safe, smart, multi-modal mobility, a sustainable resilient planet, breakthrough technology for the next era of transport and business strategies to fuel growth, prosperity and quality of […]
ERTICO issues Call for Tender to host 2028 and 2029 ITS European Congresses and the 2030 ITS World Congress
As Europe’s flagship events for smart and sustainable mobility, the ITS Congresses provide host cities with a unique platform to showcase their long-term mobility vision, demonstrate innovative solutions already in deployment, and strengthen international cooperation. Each Congress brings together global leaders, innovators, and policymakers, offering unparalleled visibility and the opportunity to accelerate progress toward safer, cleaner, and […]
Two years to go: The buzz is building for Birmingham’s ITS World Congress 2027
The Chair of the UK National Advisory Board working on the 2027 Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress at Birmingham’s NEC says he’s confident that the event will be “every bit as special as we dreamed of.” Paul Campion, the CEO of TRL, was speaking two years ahead of the opening of the event, which will […]
2027 ITS World Congress organisers report “exceptional” response to NEC Open Day
Members of the highways and transport technology industry have voiced their enthusiasm and excitement for the Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress when it comes to Birmingham’s NEC two years’ time, as organisers sign up their first corporate supporters. Transport for West Midlands, which is hosting the event welcomed industry representatives to the venue during Highways […]
Technology, teamwork, and tomorrow’s transport: Highways Voices live from Highways UK 2025 thanks to Clearway, SWARCO, Arcadis and Westcotec
Every corner of the UK highways sector – from local authorities and major contractors to tech innovators and policymakers – have converged under one roof to shape the future of transport at Highways UK 2025, and Highways Voices is here at the NEC to bring you what’s being talked about. In today’s podcast, sponsored by […]
UK Consul General urges British firms to seize transport opportunities in the US
The United Kingdom’s Consul General for six states in Southeastern USA has told British businesses at the ITS World Congress in Atlanta that there’s a real opportunity for them to work with firms based in the region, especially in transport. Rachel Galloway was speaking at a reception at her residence in Atlanta for UK delegates […]
No-one left behind: How inclusive tech and autonomous shuttles are redefining mobility
What if a single innovation could prevent visually impaired passengers from being left behind at bus stops, or if autonomous shuttles could fill the critical gaps in our transport networks? In this episode of Highways Voices from the 2025 Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress, Paul Hutton speaks with pioneers reshaping the future of inclusive and […]
ERTICO CEO feels the buzz for Birmingham
The CEO of European ITS organisation ERTICO says he has found a real enthusiasm to visit the ITS World Congress in Birmingham in two years’ time. Joost Vantomme’s organisation is working with Transport for West Midlands and the UK Department for Transport to deliver the major event the next time it comes to Europe, with initial […]