The transport sector is a key enabler of economic growth, social development, and cultural exchange. However, a multitude of factors – ranging from environmental concerns to technological advancements and societal changes – are driving the need for new generation solutions in the transport sector, so this edition of the TRA conference revolves around the idea and burning issue of “Re-generation in Transport”. Addressing these factors requires innovative and forward-thinking strategies to create a transport system that is sustainable, resilient, and capable of meeting the demands of a rapidly evolving world. To formulate such solutions, policy objectives and perspectives, research ideas and results, technological and industrial developments need to be discussed from time to time. Creating frameworks for impactful presentations and informative discussions are crucial to initiate or substantiate cohesive and holistic strategies and actions, which drive the European Union towards achieving a more sustainable and responsible transport sector.
In line with the above, this project has set the following goals:
• To provide high visibility for the role of the transport sector in facilitating the movement of goods and people, fostering economic growth and societal development.
• To offer a unique platform for researchers to disseminate their findings, communicate with peers, and highlight the value and impact of their research, ultimately contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the potential real-world applications of their work.
• To create opportunities for effective exchange and cooperation between researchers, policymakers, industry representatives, professionals, and other stakeholders from the transport sector and beyond.
• To raise attractiveness of research and transport related studies, as well as reinforce the pursuit of excellence in European transport research and innovation by giving recognition and visibility to the best achievements with a better involvement of the younger generations.
These goals are achieved through the following measurable and verifiable key objectives:
1. To provide support for a high profile European transport conference discussing political, industrial, and research issues (Transport Research Arena) scheduled for 18-21 May 2026 in Budapest, Hungary.
2. To organise competitions addressing innovative transport concepts (TRA Visions).
Further specific objectives have been identified as part of the key objective to reach the goals:
1. Provide support to the planning and organisation activities for the successful delivery of TRA in 2026
2. Engage and bring together relevant stakeholders for the TRA 2026 conference
3. Create an attractive program by identifying thematic focal points and topics for discussion in 2026
4. Make research excellence visible through recognition, publication, and dissemination activities
5. Act as a bridge between previous and future editions
