ITS World Congress 2027

From 25 to 29 October 2027, Birmingham, United Kingdom will welcome one of the world's leading events dedicated to intelligent transport systems and smart mobility. Bringing together policymakers, technology companies, researchers, public authorities, and industry leaders, the ITS World Congress provides a global platform to explore the innovations shaping the future of transportation.

What to Expect

The event is expected to welcome:

• 15,000+ international participants

• 600+ expert speakers

• 350+ exhibitors

• Delegates from 100+ countries

• Hundreds of conference sessions, technical presentations, live demonstrations, and networking opportunities

Attendees will discover the latest advancements in connected and autonomous vehicles, AI-powered mobility, digital infrastructure, smart cities, traffic management, and sustainable transport solutions.

Why Birmingham?

Birmingham and the West Midlands have become one of Europe's leading hubs for transport innovation. As the UK's first Future Transport Zone and Transport Sandbox, the region provides a real-world environment where emerging mobility technologies are tested, refined, and deployed.

The region is recognised for:

• Connected and autonomous mobility

• Smart transport infrastructure

• Artificial intelligence for mobility

• Electric vehicle innovation

• Sustainable urban transport

• Integrated public transport systems

Supported by government, academia, and industry, Birmingham offers the ideal setting to showcase the future of intelligent transport.

Venue

The Congress will take place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) Birmingham, the UK's largest exhibition venue outside London.

Located next to Birmingham International Airport and Birmingham International Railway Station, the NEC combines conference halls, exhibition spaces, networking areas, and live demonstrations within a single, modern venue.

Arrive in Comfort with LocalRydes

Business events demand reliable transportation. Whether you're arriving at the airport, travelling between your hotel and the NEC, or attending meetings across Birmingham, LocalRydes offers premium chauffeur services designed for business travellers.

Our professional chauffeurs provide:

• Airport transfers

• Hotel-to-venue transportation

• Executive business travel

• Hourly chauffeur services

• Luxury vehicles for individuals and groups

• Professional, punctual, and comfortable journeys

Focus on the Congress while we take care of every journey.