The Transport Research Arena (TRA) is Europe’s flagship transport research and innovation conference, initiated by the European Commission and key stakeholders. The largest transport conference of its kind, it will showcase European and global know how and put the spotlight on young researchers and next generation solutions.

Anyone seeking potential consortium partners for a future transport or mobility project from Horizon Europe would benefit hugely from attending in person.

Expressions of Interest from the road, rail, maritime and multi-modal transport sectors are particularly welcome. Those working in the aviation sector may wish to consider attending ILA Berlin in June.

Innovate UK will support a cohort of UK researchers and innovators to attend this event. This will include the entrance fee to the event, your flight and accommodation. No UK travel to and from the airport or subsistence will be covered. Innovate UK Business Connect will organise and book and pay centrally.

This is a competitive process as we expect to be oversubscribed for this hugely popular event so express your interest now.

Registration to the conference itself must be done prior to expressing your interest for this opportunity.

Please note that the application deadline is 10 April 2026.