Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that the city will host the 30th edition of the Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) World Congress from September 16 to 20, 2024. The event is expected to draw 20,000 participants and will feature 800 speakers across 200 diverse sessions.
The ITS World Congress is the world’s largest and most influential event dedicated to smart mobility and the future of transportation. This year’s congress will explore the latest advancements in transportation technology, focusing on key themes such as intelligent transportation innovations, sustainable mobility, smart city integration, data-driven decision-making, autonomous vehicles, and international cooperation.
Organised by Intelligent Transport in Europe – ERTICO, in collaboration with Intelligent Transport in America (ITS America) and ITS Asia-Pacific, the event will be held at the Dubai World Trade Center under the slogan ‘Mobility Driven by ITS.’
A Landmark Event for Dubai and the Region
Hosting the ITS World Congress for the first time in Dubai marks a significant milestone for the city and the region, underscoring Dubai’s growing influence in the field of intelligent transportation innovation. It is also the first time the event is being held outside of Europe, North America, Australia, and East Asia. Dubai’s strategic vision and pioneering innovations have established it as a global leader, offering an ideal platform for the exchange of ideas among thought leaders, industry experts, and decision-makers.
RTA has highlighted its strong commitment to promoting innovative transportation solutions and sustainable mobility, with Dubai’s hosting of the 30th World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems being a testament to this dedication.
Diverse Sessions and Global Dialogue
The congress will feature over 200 sessions, including panel discussions on a wide range of topics. Notable sessions include:
- Innovations Across Horizons: Automated Transport in Water, Rail, Air, and Beyond
- Connected Horizons: National Connectivity, Cybersecurity, and the 5G Frontier in Transportation
- Driving Change: Government Policies, Sustainable Planning, and Future Fuels
- Energizing the Future: Innovations in Clean Mobility and Intelligent Systems
- Revolutionizing Mobility: Customer-Centric Tech and Cybersecurity Standards
- Securing Tomorrow’s Rides: Navigating Cyber Challenges in Mobility
- Navigating Tomorrow: The Confluence of Big Data, Digital Transformation, and Smart Technologies in Urban Mobility
- Urban Mobility Innovation: Digitalization and Smart Infrastructure
These sessions aim to foster dialogue on how intelligent transportation technologies can contribute to creating a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.
Exhibitions and Demonstrations
In addition to high-level discussions, the ITS World Congress will feature an extensive exhibition showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions in intelligent transport. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in technical visits and witness real-life demonstrations of the latest trends in smart mobility. The event will also provide a unique platform for knowledge sharing and the establishment of strategic partnerships.
As Dubai prepares to welcome transportation industry leaders from around the world, the RTA reaffirms its commitment to developing integrated and sustainable transportation systems. Hosting the ITS World Congress not only enhances Dubai’s role as a global centre for intelligent transportation but also highlights the city’s advancements in smart mobility, contributing to the shaping of urban mobility’s future on a global scale.
