As the world navigates a complex landscape shaped by economic shifts, external shocks and the rise of AI, #TTDC26 will emphasize the pivotal role of transport in catalyzing development that creates jobs, builds resilience and reaches everyone.
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The 2026 theme, "Powering Jobs and Growth," emphasizes transport's foundational role in delivering essential public goods. Effective transport systems underpin vibrant economies by connecting markets, getting people to jobs and increasing productivity. Beyond economic benefits, modern transport systems also advance safety and environmental goals.
Digital tools, ride-sharing apps, smart traffic systems and electric vehicle networks are making transport faster, cheaper and cleaner, while expanding access. As countries invest in modern transport systems, businesses can reach customers, workers can access jobs and goods can move efficiently, creating the foundation for economic growth and private sector investment.
Transforming Transportation 2026 will be moderated by Femi Oke, Journalist and Founder of Moderate The Panel.
Structure
Attendees can expect a comprehensive, week-long program with two core forum days on March 10 and 11 and additional side events and partner meetings throughout the week. The main forum days will include 5 plenary sessions, 12 parallel technical sessions (organized into 4 streams), networking events and a knowledge exhibition.
The plenaries will set the stage and frame the global conversation, while parallel sessions will allow participants to delve deeper into specific areas.
Agenda
MARCH 10 DAY ONE |
Eastern Standard Time/UTC-05:00 |
MAIN STAGE
| Preston Lobby | Registration | |
| Preston Auditorium | Welcome Address | |
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Preston Auditorium |
Opening Session | |
| Preston Auditorium | Plenary 1 - Transport As a Driver of Economic Growth |
This session focuses on how transport infrastructure and transport services unlock economic growth and jobs. |
| Coffee Break | ||
| Preston Auditorium | Plenary 2 - Mobilizing Private Capital for Transport |
This session explores private capital pathways in the transport sector, including challenges, opportunities, and innovative structures, with perspectives from the public and private sectors. |
| Lunch Break |
TECHNICAL SESSIONS (in parallel)
| Preston Auditorium | Session 1 - Funding the Next Generation of Urban Mobility (hosted by IADB) | |
| MC 13-121 |
Session 2 - Transport Innovations to Accelerate Economic Growth (hosted by KOTI) |
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| MC 2-800 | Session 3 - Job Opportunities for Women and Youth | |
| Coffee Break | ||
| Preston Auditorium | Session 4 - Smart Ports and Logistics for Sustainable Growth (hosted by ICEX) | |
| MC 13-121 |
Session 5 - Transport As a Catalyst for Jobs (hosted by CAF)
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| MC 2-800 | Session 6 - Railways As a Development Engine | |
| Coffee Break |
MAIN STAGE
| Preston Auditorium | Plenary 3 - Safe, Clean and Affordable Mobility |
The session discusses how transport systems can prevent road traffic deaths and reduce air pollution while making travel to jobs and essential services affordable and reliable for everyone. |
| MC C1 | Networking Reception |
MARCH 11 DAY TWO |
Eastern Standard Time/UTC-05:00 |
MAIN STAGE
| Preston Lobby | Registration | |
| Preston Auditorium | Keynote Address | |
| Preston Auditorium | Plenary 4 - Resilient Corridors for Sustainable Connectivity |
This session examines how to integrate resilient connectivity into corridor planning and operations to safeguard access to improved socioeconomic opportunities, minimize disruptions, and future proof investments. |
| Coffee Break | ||
| Preston Auditorium | Plenary 5 - The Future of Transport in a Digital Era |
This session explores how AI, digitalization, and e-mobility are reshaping transport systems to improve efficiency and sustainability, while fostering equitable job creation and future-ready skills. |
| Lunch Break |
TECHNICAL SESSIONS (in parallel)
| Preston Auditorium | Session 7 - Safe Public Transport and E-Mobility Systems | |
| MC 4-800 | Session 8 - Farm-to-Market Roads: Improving Connectivity and Accessibility | |
| MC 2-800 | Session 9 - Regional Integration Through Transport System | |
| Coffee Break |
TECHNICAL SESSIONS (in parallel)
| Preston Auditorium | Session 10 - Active Mobility: Pathways to Jobs and Prosperity |
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| MC 4-800 |
Session 11 - Resilient Infrastructure in Urban Settings
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| MC 2-800 | Session 12 - Unlocking Transport Investment Through De-Risking |
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MAIN STAGE
| Preston Auditorium | Closing Remarks |
Side Events & Partner Meetings
Please note some side events require separate registration and/or are invite only.