Theme: “Exploring Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Transport Connectivity”
Organized by the Global Transportation Professional Networking Group in collaboration with International Road Federation (IRF)
About the Conference
The conference includes research findings, best practices, case studies, problem solving, involving countries from all over Africa, America, Asia, Australia, Europe and Ethiopia as the host country, about sustainable multimodal transport, related SDGs (sustainable cities and communities; climate action; industry, innovation and infrastructure; partnerships for the goals), road networks and airport connectivity, paement maintenance, road management systems; traffic safety and risk management; innovative design methods and materials; artificial intelligence, autonomous/ electric vehicles, PPPs, funding mechanism, complete streets.
The conference program includes plenary sessions, presentations by leaders in the field, keynote speeches, parallel sessions, forums & open discussions, and interactive meetings.
Conference papers will be published in the ICTA2027 proceedings with an ISBN. Best papers, after rigorous peer review, will be further recommended for journal publication.
- Research findings, best practices, case studies, problem-solving, involving countries from all over Africa and beyond, America, Europe, and Asia.
- Multimodal transport, road, rail, and airport, effective maintenance, pavement management systems, data monitoring, performance assessment, life-cycle cost analysis, road safety, risk management,
- Low volume roads, innovative design, construction materials, smart cities, intelligent transport systems, transport services, capacity building, road agency governance, PPP/ funding mechanism
Important Deadlines
- Abstract Submission: October 30, 2026
- Full paper Submission: December 30, 2026
- Early bird Registration: December 30, 2026
- Regular Registration: March 30, 2027
- Late Registration: June 30, 2027
Abstract Template
We invite authors to submit original research abstracts for presentation at the conference.
Abstracts should clearly present the purpose, key findings, and relevance of the proposed contribution with a maximum of 300 words, set in 12-point Times New Roman font.
Email your abstract directly to ictatransportprofessionals@gmail.com.
Proposed Topics
| Sub-theme | Topics |
|---|---|
| Intelligent Transport Systems for Sustainable Transport | Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Promoting Sustainable Asset Management |
| Connected and Automated Vehicles Challenges for Road Operators/Road Authorities | |
| Urban Mobility and Intelligent Transportation Systems | |
| Readying Roads for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles | |
| Emerging Technologies for Road Construction and Maintenance of Low Volume Roads | |
| Technology Transfer Centres for Promoting Effective Transportation Technologies | |
| Climate Change, Energy Environmental Sustainability | Green is the New Smart: Sustainable Innovations in Logistics |
| Carbon-Neutral Supply Chains: Challenges and Strategies | |
| Urban Logistics and Sustainability | |
| Green Corridors: Promoting Low-Carbon Transport for Sustainable Economic Growth | |
| Climate-Resilient Transport and Logistics Infrastructure | |
| Incorporating Climate Resilience into Asset Management Systems | |
| Building Climate-Resilient Roads, Adapting Road Design to a Changing Climate | |
| Environmental Issues to be Addressed to Support Sustainable Transportation | |
| Traffic Management, Safety and Security | Traffic and Infrastructure Safety Issues to be addressed for Sustainable Transportation |
| Promoting Road Safety for Vulnerable Road Users | |
| Safer Roads by Infrastructure Design and Operation | |
| Planning and Design to Support Safe Transport including Non-Motorized Transport | |
| The Role of Sustainable Transportation Systems in Reducing Traffic Congestion | |
| Crime and Urban Mobility | |
| Sustainable Transport Infrastructure Planning, Design and Management | Pavement Condition Monitoring, Performance Modelling, Maintenance Methodology |
| Road Construction Materials, Testing and Appropriate Technology | |
| Challenges and Solutions for Management of Unpaved Road Networks | |
| Intermodal Infrastructure Planning and Development: Integrated Transport Modes | |
| Planning and Management of Complementary Role of Rail and Road Modes of Transport | |
| Regional Integration, Trade and Tourism | Public Private Partnerships (PPP) Approach in Transport Infrastructure Development |
| Sustainable Funding for Transport Infrastructure Development and Maintenance | |
| Removal of Non-tariff Barriers for Smooth Freight Movement | |
| Bridging Borders: Advancing Regional Integration through Transport Infrastructure | |
| Corridors of Growth: Strategic Transport Networks for Regional Development | |
| Seamless Mobility Across Regions: Innovations in Cross-Border Transport | |
| Transport as a Catalyst for Regional Trade and Economic | |
| Tourism topics | |
| Governance, Policy and Capacity Building | Effective Governance, Urban Mass Transport Systems and Transport Services |
| Institutional Framework, Engineering Education, Research and Development | |
| Advances in Civil Engineering, Capacity Building and Workforce Development | |
| Gender-Inclusive Transport Policy and Planning | Safety and Security for Women in Mobility |
| Access to mobility in rural and underserved regions | |
| Women in the Transport Workforce | |
| Mobility Access and Equity | |
| Role of digital tools in ensuring transport safety for women |
International Steering Committee
International Coordinator
Prof. Simon Oladele, PhD, Pr.Eng (ERB), M.BIE, M.ASCE, A.M.SAICE, F.NSE, F.NIHTE, R.Eng. (COREN)
Professor, Transportation Engineering
For Global Transportation Professional Networking Group, ICTA International Secretariat, USA
International Scientific Committee
- Dr. Cesar Queiroz, Ph.D, Professor / Highway Consultant, The World Bank, USA
- Dr. Oludare Owolabi, D.Sc., P.E., MCIHT, REG Engr, COREN; Associate Professor, Morgan State University, USA
- Prof. Glenn Robinson, MA. MM., Research Associate Professor, Morgan State University, MD, USA
- Eng. Alfred Logie, International Program Engineer (Retired), Federal Highway Administration, USA
- Prof. Samuel Labi, Ph.D, Professor of Transportation, Civil Engineering Dept., Purdue University, USA
- Prof. Steven Jones, PhD, Professor of Transportation & Executive Director, University of Alabama, USA
- Prof. Owusu Ababio, PhD, Professor of Transportation, Civil Engineering, University of Wisconsin, USA
- Dr. Jerome Egwurube, Ph.D, Department of Transportation, Queensland, Australia
- Prof. P. Paige-Green, PhD, Extraordinary Professor, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa
- Prof. A.S. Adedimila, PhD, Professor of Traffic & Highway Engineering, Nigeria
- Prof. Theophil Rwebangira, PhD, Professor of Transportation, Tanzania
- Prof. Kweku Bentil, PhD, Professor of Civil Engineering, USA
- Prof. Joe Zietsman, PhD, Division Head, Texas A & M Transportation Institute, USA
- Dr. B. Nkwae, PhD, Head of Civil Engineering Dept., University of Botswana, Botswana
- Dr. Ignasio Ngoma, PhD, Director, Malawi T2 Centre, University of Malawi, Malawi
- Dr. A. Araya, PhD, Managing Director, ALERT Engineering Plc, Ethiopia
- Dr. Sameh Zaghloul, PhD, Director, ITAMs Consultants, Egypt
- Eng. Mike Pinard, Managing Director, InfraAfrica, Botswana
- Eng. Hagai K. Bishanga, Secretary, Association of Road Construction, Tanzania
- Dr. Robin Workman, PhD, Senior International Consultant, TRL, UK
Links
ICTA International Secretariat; Global Transportation Professional Networking Group
International Website: https://www.ictatransportprofessionals.org
International Email: ictatransportprofessionals@gmail.com
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