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In April 2024, Dublin will host the 10th biennial Transport Research Arena (TRA) Conference, offering a vibrant platform for mobility professionals to exchange insights, gain inspiration, and stay abreast of advancements in transport. This premier European conference brings together academics, policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders for four days of dynamic discussions, presentations, and networking opportunities.

Expect an array of enlightening discussions at #TRA2024, addressing key mobility challenges and showcasing innovative solutions. Expert speakers will delve into four central themes: Safe & Inclusive Transport, Sustainable Mobility of People and Goods, Efficient & Resilient Systems, and Collaborative Digitalization.

Attendance at TRA Conferences typically draws a diverse crowd from across Europe and beyond, with anticipated participation of up to 3,000 attendees from 60 countries, offering over 100 sessions to engage with.

For further details, access the full TRA 2024 Programme here.

Discover DISCO at TRA2024!

DISCO will be featured in two sessions alongside other urban logistics projects, represented by several of our partners:

Special Session 2.3 Innovation in Urban Logistics: Public and Private Sectors Thriving Together

Date: Tuesday, 16 April

Time: 9:45am – 11:am CEST

Location: Hall 8A-3 (Simmonscourt)

This session aims to share lessons learned in urban logistics from EU-funded R&I projects and create a common vision for the use of innovative solutions in zero-emission urban freight transport. The session will feature projects in which city authorities, logistics service providers, and innovation developers are engaged to implement living labs that enable businesses and cities to thrive together. Moreover, it will highlight some of the leading innovative solutions for efficient and sustainable urban freight transport, such as digital twins, Physical Internet, and zero-emission vehicles.

DISCO will be represented by our partners who are featured as panellists:

  • Paola Cossu (FIT Consulting)
  • Ioanna Fergadiotou (Inlecom)
  • Raffaele Vergnani (POLIS)

Poster Session 3.4 Logistics and Sustainable Transport

Date: Tuesday, 16 April

Time: 2;30pm – 3:45pm CEST

Location: Hall 8C – Poster Area Simmonscourt, Stage 4

Our Project Manager Paola Astegiano (FIT Consulting) will participate in this session with a poster on DISCO, sharing an introductory presentation on our project.

Plus, make sure to find DISCO at our partner ALICE’s Innovation Village! The stand will be located close to the European Commission’s stand, ERTRAC’s, CCAM’s & other Partners –  Take a look at the venue Floor Plan.