16th ITS Australia Awards

Finalists announced! Click here for the full list. 
Woman of the Year Award recipient announced! Click here.

The ITS Australia Awards are the industry’s most prestigious and are a celebration of excellence in the Intelligent Transport Systems industry.

For more than a decade, the ITS Australia Awards have recognised and celebrated the growing influence of ITS across the transport industry. Each year we have seen increases in both the number of nominations received and the quality of work being submitted for the Awards. The Awards showcase the best of Australian ITS, reinforcing the nation's ITS capability and position as a world leader in transport technology development and deployment.

Both ITS Australia members and non-members are invited to submit your innovative and cutting-edge transport technology solutions for consideration and recognition through the ITS Australia awards program. This is an opportunity for all individuals and organizations working in the transport industry to showcase your achievements and contributions to the field.

Winners of the 16th ITS Australia Awards will be announced at a gala dinner and ceremony at Sofitel Melbourne on Thursday February 12th 2026
 

Connected and Automated Vehicle Award

Awarded to an organisation that has made outstanding contributions towards the deployment of connected and automated vehicles in Australia.
 

Smart Transport Infrastructure Award

Recognises an organisation for its technology innovation delivering excellence in transport infrastructure and network management.
 

Intelligent Mobility Award

Recognises an organisation or project that delivers innovative transport solutions offering outstanding mobility services for people and their communities.
 

Excellence in Transport Data Award

Awarded to an organisation to recognise its outstanding contribution in the use of transport data delivering outstanding outcomes for the community.
 

Excellence in Research and Development Award

Acknowledges and congratulates R&D activity undertaken solely or in collaborative research programs that recognises an organisation for its groundbreaking transport technology, research, development or innovation.
 

Young Professional Award

This award continues to recognise and encourage the passion and positive contribution an individual has made and is likely to make to the Australian transport technology industry as demonstrated through their early professional life. This award provides sponsorship for the recipient to attend the ITS Australia Summit - Australia's leading transport and technology event, and is open to members only.
 

Woman of the Year Award

ITS Australia proudly presents the ‘Woman of the Year Award,’ designed to recognise an exceptional woman who has significantly contributed to the advancement of the ITS industry in Australia. The introduction of this award complements the prestigious Max Lay Lifetime Achievement Award and reflects that women have historically and continue to be underrepresented in the ITS industry, meaning it will take some time before we can fully celebrate diversity through the Max Lay Lifetime Achievement Award.

In establishing this new award, ITS Australia aims to celebrate and elevate the increasing impact of women in our sector, ensuring their remarkable achievements receive the visibility they rightfully deserve.

Max Lay Lifetime Achievement Award

Recognises an individual who personifies achievement of the ultimate standard for a leader in the ITS field and in the organisations they have led. The award recognises that they are a champion of the vision of ITS and its fulfilment within the community.

The award is named in honour of Dr Maxwell Lay (AM). In 2005, Max was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for service to engineering, particularly through leadership in the delivery of quality road infrastructure and the development of new contract management processes, and as an educator and historian. Max is an Australian pioneer and ITS researcher, engineer, project implementer and passionate advocate for the advancement of ITS.

Key Dates

1 August 2025 – Max Lay Nominations Close
29 Aug 2025 – All other Awards Submission Deadline
Sep/Oct 2025 – Judge Panel Reviews
Nov 2025 – Ticket Sales Open
Dec 2025 – Finalists Announced
9 Jan 2026 – Last date for Ticket / Table Cancellation Refunds
6 Feb 2026 – Ticket Sales Close (unless sold out earlier)
12 Feb 2026 – Awards Dinner

Judge Review Panel

Managing Conflict of Interest: The Judge Review Panel is comprised of leaders across government, industry and academia. ITS Australia recognise that conflicts of interest may occur, so to protect the integrity and independence of the review process, any judge who has a conflict with a particular entry is excused from reviewing that entire Award category to which the entry/conflict pertains.

Attend the Awards Dinner

As a condition of entry, finalists must attend the Awards Dinner in person to receive the trophy and certificate if announced as winners. Travel expenses are not covered, and finalists should purchase their own tickets. To foster a team environment, finalists are encouraged to consider purchasing a Table Sponsorship to allow all involved with the submission project to enjoy the Awards Night experience and celebrate potential victories together.

Acceptance Speech

Winners will have the opportunity to deliver a brief 1 minute acceptance speech during the Awards Night.

Trophy for the Winner

Unless there is a tie, only one trophy is awarded for each award.

Collaborating Partners encouraged to attend Awards Night

Collaborating Partners are encouraged to attend the Awards Night to collect their winning Collaborating Partner certificate if their project is announced as the winner.

Contact Us

Partnerships and Events Manager
Danielle Colrain
danielle.colrain@its-australia.com.au
M. +61 439 041 612

ITS Australia Head Office
T. +61 3 9646 6466
admin@its-australia.com.au

Member Registration (Single Ticket) $415

Non Member Registration (Single Ticket) $465

For all branding and bundle options below, organisers will contact the registrant directly to discuss options and materials needed. 

Table of 10 + Branding Sponsorship Package (Member) $4500
Package includes: 

• Reserved table with 10 tickets, beautifully designed invitations for your guests and logo signage on table
• Logo and Table Sponsorship promoted across EDMs, website, social media with weblink where possible
• Logo and sponsorship acknowledged by MC during Opening Remarks
• Opportunity to place own branded gift on your table for your guests
   

Table of 10 + Branding Sponsorship Package (Non Member) $5000
Package includes: 

• Reserved table with 10 tickets, beautifully designed invitations for your guests and logo signage on table
• Logo and Table Sponsorship promoted across EDMs, website, social media with weblink where possible
• Logo and sponsorship acknowledged by MC during Opening Remarks
• Opportunity to place own branded gift on your table for your guests
   

Tickets (x5) + Branding Bundle (Member) $3000
Tickets (x5) + Branding Bundle (Member) Package includes: 

• 5 Tickets (unreserved seating)
• Logo and Supporting Sponsorship promoted across EDMs, website, social media with weblink where possible
• Logo and sponsorship acknowledged by MC during Opening Remark

Tickets (x5) + Branding Bundle (Non Mem) $3350
Package includes: 

• 5 Tickets (unreserved seating)
• Logo and Supporting Sponsorship promoted across EDMs, website, social media with weblink where possible
• Logo and sponsorship acknowledged by MC during Opening Remarks

Options available at cart: 
AIMES Experience
Register your expression of interest by adding this to your registration (NB: your details will be shared with the sponsor to continue with the process of your registration) A fee may be applicable for this Tour and further details will be available shortly. Tickets are only available to people who are also attending the Awards Dinner on the same evening, 12 February 2026.

ITS Leaders Forum and Networking Event
Join us for a series of presentations from industry, government and academia, followed by networking and refreshments. Tickets are strictly limited for this event - register early to ensure your attendance. Tickets are only available to people who are also attending the Awards Dinner on the same evening, 12 February 2026. Times to be confirmed closer to date.
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm