17th World Conference on Transport Research (WCTR 2026)
A global scientific conference bringing together researchers, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss the future of transport systems and mobility worldwide.
Date
6 luglio 2026 - 10 luglio 2026
Venue
About the event
The 17th World Conference on Transport Research (WCTR 2026) is one of the most important global scientific events dedicated to transportation research and policy. The conference will take place from July 6 to July 10, 2026, in Toulouse, France, hosted by the Toulouse School of Economics at Toulouse Capitole University. Organized by the World Conference on Transport Research Society (WCTRS), the event brings together researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals from around the world to exchange knowledge and discuss the future of global transport systems.
Held every three years, the World Conference on Transport Research is widely recognized as one of the leading international forums for multidisciplinary research in the transport sector. The conference aims to connect academic research with practical applications and policy development in transportation systems. Participants represent universities, research institutes, government organizations, and private companies involved in transport planning, infrastructure development, logistics, and mobility services.
The program of WCTR 2026 is structured around multiple thematic areas covering key aspects of transport research. These include transport modes such as rail, air, maritime, and road transport, as well as freight logistics, traffic management, transport demand, transport economics and finance, infrastructure design and maintenance, and sustainable mobility planning.
The conference will feature scientific presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and networking events designed to encourage collaboration between academia, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. With around 1,500 transport experts expected to attend, WCTR 2026 provides a unique platform for sharing research findings, discussing emerging challenges, and shaping the future of mobility and transportation systems worldwide.