Welcome to
Transport Technology & AI 2026
Transport Technology and AI 2026, the third event in this popular series, will bring together public and private sector professionals to showcase the latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI) and transport technologies for the transport and planning sectors.
How new technologies are transforming transport
The Government recognises that technology is a key enabler in tackling current and future transport challenges – congestion, fares and ticketing, decarbonisation, pay per mile road charging, asset management, electrification, Connected and Autonomous Mobility, fleet optimisation, shared vehicles, dynamic parking and many more – and that local and transport authorities will be required to harness emerging technologies in order to deliver the integrated, multi-modal transport network that the UK needs in order to prosper and grow.
It is keen to provide new financial resources to empower them to align with broader decarbonisation, adaptation, economic and social objectives. Funding sources include the £104 million Local Transport Grant (LTG) for local authorities starting in 2026-2027, £150 million for Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM) projects through the CAM Pathfinder programme, and the £1.8 million Freight Innovation Fund for decarbonising freight.
Transport Technology and AI 2026 will support transport and planning professionals to harness the innovative new solutions that are enhancing the efficiency of local and regional transport provision, and promote dialogue between suppliers, councils and local authority decision-makers.
Transport Technology and AI 2026 will feature key presentations, expert panels, case studies and demo sessions, including:
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Where we are with AI – join a DfT workshop to help shape the DfT AI ambition plan
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CAM in action – hear from Waymo about its autonomous ride-hailing service plans for London
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Managing risk and successful adoption of AI and transport technology – including case studies and insights from the State of AI in UK Transport 2025
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Supporting public sector organisations to buy and use AI and transport technology solutions responsibly
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How data is transforming transport by enhancing efficiency, operations, safety, and user experience
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A Transport Technology Innovation Showcase to highlight the products, tools and services successfully operating in the marketplace today
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Ask the Experts sessions on how the technologies of today and tomorrow can be best developed and deployed
We are expanding the scope of the event this year to include a Transport Technology Innovation Showcase for the Midlands and beyond, bringing together local authorities, operators, innovators, and academic partners to explore practical applications of new technologies. The afternoon sessions will feature demonstrations, themed case studies and opportunities to highlight best practice and show how to make the best use of emerging solutions.
The State of AI in Transport AI – sector readiness survey
This survey – designed for local government, consultants/ engineers and suppliers – forms part of the first State of AI in UK Transport Report, produced by Landor LINKS – the results will be shared the Transport AI 2026 conference in Birmingham on 30 January. All responses will remain confidential and results will be reported in aggregate. A digital copy of the final report will be shared with all respondents.
The simple questions collect data on the current and planned use of AI – including types of AI, use cases, skills & training and resource / funding – for transport and planning professionals across the UK.
“We are at a critical moment in the development and deployment of AI in transport and across our society… AI is not a distant future. It is here and now, and it can change transport for the better. But we need to act now to shape the future of transport with AI”
Heidi Alexander, Secretary of State for Transport
Benefits
Transport Technology & AI 2026 will provide a one-stop shop for understanding opportunities and challenges:
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a platform for attendees to gain insights on which products, services and tools can deliver now to help local authorities and consultants now
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the development curve: how to use technology to add value by time-saving, cost-saving and automating routine tasks
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a look ahead to coming innovation
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understanding of the resourcing, procurement, human and ethical factors that will underpin the development and take-up of tech across the transport sector
Expo
A large expo zone will demonstrate the tools, products, services and use cases for technology in local government + transport authorities today
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Improving public transport operations
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Traffic, parking and kerbside management
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Asset management using AI
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Scheme design and modelling
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Enhancing citizen engagement and customer service
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ITS and Connected and Autonomous Mobility - the role of AI
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What AI and technology means for skills and workforce development
A large expo zone will offer plenty of time for demonstrating tools, products, services and use cases
Supported expo and speaking places for a limited number of start-ups and entrepreneurs
Round table deep dive discussions into key themes
A DfT-led workshop to shape next steps for AI in the transport sector
Sponsorship and exhibition enquiries
For sponsorship and exhibition enquiries please contact Daniel Simpson on 0207 091 7861 or email daniel@landor.co.uk
30 January 2026 - Birmingham Council House, Victoria Square, B1 1BB
How technology is
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