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Welcome to the UK.

Welcome to the City of Birmingham.

A Global transport leader. Europe’s Mobility Hub.

The United Kingdom is one of the world's leading centres for transport innovation, combining world-class research, advanced mobility deployment, strong public-private collaboration, and a commitment to creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable transport systems.

At the heart of this ecosystem, Birmingham and the West Midlands provide the ideal host region for ITS World Congress 2027. As the UK's first Future Transport Zone and Transport Sandbox, the region combines leadership, innovation, and real-world deployment, giving delegates the opportunity to experience transport innovation in action.

“In Birmingham, you won’t just hear about innovation — you’ll use it.”

— Transport for West Midlands

Quick facts ITS Birmingham 2027

15000+Attendees

100+Countries

100+Media

350+Exhibitors

600+Speakers

25000m2+Exhibition Space

World Congresses

A Mobility Testbed Like No Other

£117bn regional economy – the largest of any UK combined authority
First UK Future Transport Zone – delivering real-world innovation today
Deeper Devolution Deal – unlocking regional autonomy in transport, housing, and net zero
UK’s first Transport Sandbox – accelerating regulatory innovation and live trials
Home to 60% of UK automotive research and world-leading CCAM pilots

From traffic management and AI to smart ticketing and multimodal integration, the region is a launchpad for sustainable, inclusive mobility.

Richard Parker, West Midlands Mayor

We are a global leader in transport innovation with our universities and industries developing autonomous vehicle technology, demand-responsive transport services, last mile logistics and the new very light rail system. The West Midlands is committed to hosting a truly spectacular Congress and looks forward to welcoming the world to Birmingham in 2027.

Richard Parker

West Midlands Mayor

Talent & Innovation

A unique mix of academic excellence, public sector foresight, and private innovation—all within a connected, multicultural environment.

11 universities
30,000+ engineering and tech students
Strong academia-industry collaboration
Proven EU project track record

Co-Creating the Congress

An International Congress, Co-Curated by Sector Leaders

Three expert steering groups — spanning technology, infrastructure, automotive, payments, public transport and research — are co-designing the Congress with TfWM and ITS UK. This ensures priorities from across the global mobility ecosystem are built in from the start. These groups bring together leading voices from:

ITS technology and services

Including Google, ESRI and Amazon Web Services

Road traffic and automotive

Including Enterprise, HORIBA MIRA , National Highways, TomTom and Traficon

Public transport, ticketing, and strategy

Including Chiltern Railways, the Department for Transport, Transport for Wales, Transport for London, Transport Scotland, and Via

Research and innovation

Including ITS Norway, ITS UK, Tech 4 Transit, Transport Research Laboratory, and the University of Warwick

Professional bodies

Including members of the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, the Automotive Council, and the Institution of Engineering and Technology

A Region That Embodies the Theme

Connect Ideas. Transform Transport.

Progressive regional policies with strong UK Government support
Proven track record of smart mobility transformation
Exclusive Technical visits across the West Midlands

Seamless Access & Venue Experience

NEC Birmingham – UK’s largest venue outside London
Onsite international airport & rail hub
Europe’s largest EV charging hub
90% of UK population reachable within 4h

A legwork-free delegate journey: sessions, exhibition, networking and demonstrations all under one roof.

More reasons to Join

Innovation in Action

AVs, AI, ticketing and smart services already deployed, with live trials by 2027.

Research Meets Deployement

Where forward-looking research connects with industry-ready application.

A Multicultural Experience

Explore Birmingham’s cultural hotspots, Coventry’s cycling heritage, and Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon while experiencing one of the UK's most diverse and welcoming regions.

Regional Strengths

4.5m residents, fastest-growing UK tech economy, and the most diverse city outside London.

Meet the Hosts

Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) is the transport authority for the region. As part of the West Midlands Combined Authority, TfWM leads regional efforts in net zero, active travel, multimodal integration, and innovation funding. Working closely with the UK Department for Transport and international partners, it ensures the region remains at the forefront of mobility evolution.

Supported by the UK Government

ITS Birmingham 2027 is backed by:

Department for Transport
Department for Business and Trade
Transport Technology Forum
Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles
ITS UK

These institutions will shape high-level sessions, national showcases, and global policy discussions.

Host Region