Experience TRA 2026 with ALICE

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:

  • 3,000+ participants 
  • 1,573+ abstracts 
  • 100+ exhibitors 
  • 69 countries 

Focus topics

  • User-Centered Mobility. Designing systems around people: safety, accessibility, active travel, and shared solutions. 
  • Green Mobility & Decarbonization. Accelerating the transition to zero emissions and climate-neutral cities. 
  • Planning & Operations. Building resilient, efficient, and adaptive transport networks. 
  • Transport Digitalisation. Harnessing data, automation, and connectivity to redefine how transport systems operate and interact. 

 

ALICE stand – Hall G, Stand D/14

ALICE will have a 154 m² island stand, open on all four sides, showcasing a wide range of innovative solutions from EU-funded research and innovation projects, contributing to a more sustainable and efficient European logistics system.

The stand will be structured around three key areas: a central reception and orientation area, serving as the main entry point for visitors and facilitating navigation and networking, the ALICE Logistics Innovation Theatre, an official meeting room hosting short presentations; and the project neighbourhoods, dedicated thematic spaces showcasing multiple projects.


Related events

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ALICE online event to introduce the Transport Research Arena 2024 and how to ‘get engaged through ALICE ’ 28th of June 2023 – 15:00 – 16:00  If you are participating in a logistics research & innovation project or you are Read more


Related news

How can transport systems remain reliable in a world increasingly affected by climate change, geopolitical instability and digital threats? This question was at the centre of the “Resilience of Transport Systems” plenary session at TRA 2026, where experts from infrastructure management, transport policy, logistics and industry discussed Read more
During the TRA 2026 Press Conference held on 18 May 2026 in Budapest, representatives from across Europe’s transport research and innovation ecosystem introduced their views on the future of sustainable, resilient and competitive transport and mobility in Europe The Press-Conference brought the European Commission, transport technology platforms, research alliances and Read more
How can Europe accelerate the transition towards zero-emission heavy-duty road transport while maintaining competitiveness, operational efficiency and logistics performance? This question was at the centre of discussions during Special Session 25 at Transport Research Arena 2026, bringing together representatives from the European Commission, industry, logistics, research Read more

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Previous editions of the TRA

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