The Transport Research Arena (TRA) is Europe’s flagship conference on transport research and innovation, initiated by the European Commission and key stakeholders. As the largest European event of its kind, TRA covers all transport modes and mobility aspects, bringing together academia, industry, policymakers, and civil society to shape the future of transport research.
The 2026 edition, hosted in Budapest from 18-21 May 2026, will showcase European and global know-how and put the spotlight on young researchers and next-generation solutions. Under the theme “Re-Generation in Transport”, TRA 2026 highlights renewal and transformation in response to social, environmental, and technological challenges.
At a glance:
Focus topics
Designing systems around people: safety, accessibility, active travel, and shared solutions.
Accelerating the transition to zero emissions and climate-neutral cities.
Building resilient, efficient, and adaptive transport networks.
Harnessing data, automation, and connectivity to redefine how transport systems operate and interact.
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Previous editions of the TRA
