Highways UK brings together everyone involved in planning, developing, managing, maintaining, and future-proofing the nation’s roads networks and takes place at the NEC in Birmingham on the 15-16 October.

This is a free to attend exhibition hosting over 360 exhibitors from across the globe, featuring new ways of thinking and novel partnerships to generate solutions.

ITS UK is a partner for this event and will be at stand A8 at the exhibition.

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Panels we’ll be at

The new route in: Inspiring digital futures in transport | 15 October, 4pm, Professional Development Hub

The transport sector’s future depends on innovation, data, and—most importantly—people. This session brings together partners from National Highways, Digital Lab, Digdata, and Arup to share how collaboration has fuelled new opportunities for young people to discover transport careers. From the success of a nationwide virtual work experience campaign to the creation of an on-site programme for Year 12 students, the partnership has broken new ground in engaging the next generation. Looking ahead, we’ll explore how Project Route will build on this momentum, widening access, nurturing diverse talent, and ensuring the sector is ready for the data-driven future of transport.

Panel: 5G and digital infrastructure – unlocking connectivity for tomorrow’s highways | 16 October, 2.10pm Big Thinking Stage

This session explores how 5G technology is transforming the digital backbone of the UK’s transport networks, paving the way for smarter, more connected journeys. Experts discuss the practical steps, opportunities and partnerships needed to harness 5G and deliver resilient, future-proof infrastructure