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IRF Global R2T Conference 2026
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Wednesday, November 4
 

9:00am AKST

Managed Lanes: Pricing, Performance & the Next Generation of Corridor Management
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am AKST

Moderator
avatar for Casey Emoto

Casey Emoto

Chief Engineering & Program Delivery Officer, VTA
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am AKST
  Executive

9:00am AKST

Advances in Autonomous Vehicle Infrastructure Readiness
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am AKST
Sensor integration and road design for AV safety; vendor discussions on AV-compatible signage and tech.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am AKST
  Technical

9:00am AKST

AI Innovations in Road Safety and Crash Prevention
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am AKST
Predictive analytics for high-risk corridors and work zone automation; vendor tools for safety tech.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am AKST
  Technical

9:00am AKST

Innovations in Pavement Preservation Technologies
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am AKST
Sealants, crack fillers, and rejuvenators for extended road life; vendor showcases of preservation products.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am AKST
  Technical

10:15am AKST

Networking Break
Wednesday November 4, 2026 10:15am - 10:45am AKST

Wednesday November 4, 2026 10:15am - 10:45am AKST
  Break

10:45am AKST

Opening Ceremonies + Keynote
Wednesday November 4, 2026 10:45am - 11:15am AKST
Welcome remarks and keynote on accelerating road infrastructure innovation, emphasizing vendor contributions to the sector.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 10:45am - 11:15am AKST
  Plenary

11:15am AKST

Opening Roundtable: AI-Driven Roads: Pioneering Intelligent Infrastructure for Tomorrow's Mobility
Wednesday November 4, 2026 11:15am - 12:30pm AKST
From predictive maintenance using machine learning to cut congestion and extend pavement life, to real-time analytics for smart traffic management and resilient designs against climate challenges, this session highlights scalable AI solutions transforming pilot projects into global standards. Featuring insights from industry leaders on trends like V2X integration, data-driven optimization, and mobility, emphasizing vendor innovations in sensors, software, and sustainable materials to drive safer, greener roads.
Moderator
avatar for Robert Davis

Robert Davis

Market Leader - Major Programs, GHD
Speakers
avatar for Steve Phillips

Steve Phillips

Secretary-General, Conference of European Directors of Roads (CEDR)

avatar for Dan Lukasik
avatar for Randell Iwasaki

Randell Iwasaki

Chairma, IRF Global
avatar for Dina El-Tawansy

Dina El-Tawansy

Director, California Department of Transportation
avatar for Ann Brach

Ann Brach

Executive Director, Transportation Research Board (TRB)

Wednesday November 4, 2026 11:15am - 12:30pm AKST
  Plenary

12:00pm AKST

Lunch Break
Wednesday November 4, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm AKST

Wednesday November 4, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm AKST
  Break

2:00pm AKST

Advanced AI to Improve Transportation Networks
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST

Moderator
avatar for Dan Lukasik
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
  Executive

2:00pm AKST

Vision Zero Strategies for Vulnerable Road Users
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
Pedestrian and cyclist safety through forgiving roadside designs and AI risk prediction; vendor products for barriers and sensors.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
  Executive

2:00pm AKST

Drone and AI-Driven Inspections: Automating Pavement Condition Assessments
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
Hands-on review of drone-based surveys and AI image analysis for detecting distress; vendor drones and software.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
  Technical

2:00pm AKST

Integrating Multimodal Mobility: Policies for Seamless Transit and New Mobility Services
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
Strategies for Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) platforms integrating public transit with micromobility and AVs
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
  Technical

2:00pm AKST

IoT-Enabled Pavements and Sensors: Real-Time Monitoring for Safer Roads
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
Deployment of embedded sensors for pavement health, frost protection, and predictive analytics; vendor hardware demos.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm AKST
  Technical

3:30pm AKST

Break & Refreshments in Exhibit Hall
Wednesday November 4, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm AKST

Wednesday November 4, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm AKST
  Break

4:00pm AKST

High-Friction Surface Treatments: Enhancing Pavement Skid Resistance
Wednesday November 4, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm AKST
Practical methods for applying overlays to reduce wet-weather crashes; vendor materials and machinery.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm AKST
  Technical

4:00pm AKST

MaaS Platforms: Technical Integration of Multimodal Data and Payments
Wednesday November 4, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm AKST
Building apps for unified transit, bike-sharing, and ride-hailing; vendor data integration and payment platforms.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm AKST
  Technical

4:00pm AKST

V2X-Enabled Smart Roads: Deploying Connected Sensors for Traffic Optimization
Wednesday November 4, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm AKST
Technical deployment of sensors linked to V2X for congestion reduction; vendor V2X hardware.
Wednesday November 4, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm AKST
  Technical

6:00pm AKST

Reception in Exhibit Hall (Hall A)
Wednesday November 4, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm AKST
Evening Reception 
Wednesday November 4, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm AKST
  Reception
 
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