25 May - 27 May 2027
5th International Symposium on Freeway and Tollway Operations
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
The 5th International Symposium on Free and Tollway Operations
25–27 May 2027
Melbourne, Australia
The 5th International Symposium on Free and Tollway Operations (ISFO) will convene in Melbourne, bringing together global leaders, experts, and innovators in road infrastructure, traffic management, and tollway operations.
In partnership with the Transport Research Board, this prestigious event, hosted in one of the world's most vibrant and connected cities, offers a unique platform to explore advancements in technology, policy, and operations that shape the future of transport systems.
In 2027, this event will also incorporate the annual ITS Australia Roads, Tolling & Tech conference to further enhance attendee value.
The Symposium, most recently hosted in Vienna, welcomed 320 participants across 36 nations all focusing on six key themes around transport into the future. You can see a wrap up of the Vienna Symposium here. You can also download the Symposium recap report here.
Find out more
If you are interested in learning more about the 5th ISFO to be hosted in Melbourne in 2027, please contact admin@its-australia.com.au
About the ISFO
The ISFO was established by the Transportation Research Board (TRB) which is part of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (US). The TRB mobilises expertise, experience, and knowledge to anticipate and solve complex transportation-related challenges. For example, committees, researchers, and staff are currently focused on advancing resilient infrastructure, exploring transformational technology, and caring for the public’s health and safety.
The ISFO was first held in 2006 in Athens Greece, and has subsequently been held in Honolulu, USA (2009); Berlin, Germany (2016); and Vienna, Austria (2023).
The event is supported by the TRB Freeway Operations Committee.
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About the venue
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
MCEC is Melbourne’s destination for big ideas and inspirational events. Hosting more than 1000 events each year, MCEC is internationally renowned for its incredible range of spaces and innovative design.
As Melbourne’s leading conference venue, events belong in a place built on ideas and forward thinking. Located in Australia’s leading business events city, just 20 minutes from the airport and with two world-class hotels directly connected, conferences are delivered with bold food, innovative tech and sustainability.
