ITS World Congress 2025 has unveiled its plenary speaker lineup, featuring prominent officials from the US Department of Transportation who will address critical developments in intelligent transportation systems.
The global conference, scheduled for August 24-28 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, will showcase three major plenary sessions designed to highlight transformative mobility solutions.
Leading the USDOT delegation will be Michael “Rocket” Halem, principal deputy assistant secretary and acting assistant secretary for research and technology, alongside Lee White, deputy assistant secretary for the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology, and Shaz Umer, director of strategic initiatives.
These senior officials will provide federal perspectives on the future of transportation technology and policy initiatives shaping the industry.
The plenary sessions will take place across three consecutive days, each addressing different topics. On Tuesday, August 26, the opening session titled, “Creating a Safer Future with Connected and Automated Technologies” will examine how connectivity and automation can enhance road safety and system efficiency. This session, sponsored by Arcadis, will explore the intersection of emerging technologies and public safety priorities.
Wednesday’s session, “Realizing Growth through Secure and Interoperable ITS,” sponsored by Miovision Technologies Incorporated, will focus on the economic advantages of digital infrastructure investments and the critical importance of system interoperability. The discussion will address how standardized, secure systems can drive economic growth while maintaining operational integrity.
The final plenary on Thursday, August 28, titled “Building a More Resilient Transportation System with AI & Emerging Technologies,” will spotlight AI’s role in strengthening infrastructure resilience. Sponsored by Google, this session will examine how AI and other emerging technologies can address complex transportation challenges and improve system adaptability.
“Each plenary session is designed to spark dialogue and inspire action,” said Laura Chace, president and CEO of ITS America. “We are thrilled to provide a platform where industry leaders can share their vision for a safer, smarter transportation future.”
The 2025 Congress represents a record-breaking gathering, featuring nearly 600 speakers and hundreds of exhibitors demonstrating the latest transportation innovations. Organized in partnership by RX and ITS America, the event serves as one of the world’s largest gatherings of intelligent transportation system professionals.
For the full ITS World Congress 2025 speaker program, click here.
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