15 Feb 2024
14th ITS Australia Awards
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.
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WINNERS
SMART TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE AWARD
Pacemaker Lighting System for Burnley Tunnel
Transurban
INTELLIGENT MOBILITY AWARD
Sprightly: Seamlessly Integrating Real-Time Safety and Efficiency in Public Transport
Sprightly Transport Solutions
CONNECTED AND AUTOMATED VEHICLE AWARD
Demonstrating Improved Safety in Australian Roadworks Using Portable C-ITS Roadside Stations
Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads
EXCELLENCE IN TRANSPORT DATA AWARD
Yarra Trams Patterns Platform – Using GPS Data to Improve Tram Services
Yarra Trams operated by Keolis Downer
EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AWARD
Queensland University of Technology and Ford Advancing and Commercialising Autonomous Vehicle Technology
Queensland University of Technology
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD
Shayna Elley
Partner Success Manager, Via Mobility Australia
Jordan Hutchinson
Systems Engineer, SAGE Automation
MAX LAY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Paul Higgins
Queensland's Paul Higgins has been awarded this year's Max Lay Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr Higgins, whose career in intelligent transport systems spans more than 45 years, has been an active creator and innovator, leading the design and development of dozens of technology-enabled road safety products that have been deployed across Australia and internationally, read the media release.
UP NEXT. . . 15TH ITS AUSTRALIA AWARDS – Submissions open May 2024
How to submit information provided closer to the time - enquiries to admin@its-australia.com.au
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. This Award is open to members only.
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.
This award is considered by the ITS Australia Board of Directors - nominations of no more than 4 pages should be emailed to ITS Australia by 31 July 2023.
Who Should Apply?
The ITS Australia Awards recognise work that:
- Is Outstanding: Your organisation has produced a technology solution or research that is outstanding or innovative.
- Is Australian: The technology solution has either been developed or deployed in Australia.
- Is Recent: Has been delivered over the past 2 years.
Submission for awards is open to members and non-members, except for the Young Professional Award which is open to members only.
Key Dates
Max Lay Nominations Close – 31 Jul 2023
All other Awards Submission Deadline – 8 Sept 2023, 11:59 pm AEST
Judge Panel Reviews – Oct 2023
Finalists Announced – Nov 2023
Early Bird Discount ends – 15 Jan 2024
Last date for Ticket & Table Cancellation Refunds - 15 Jan 2024
Ticket Sales Close – 11 Feb 2024, unless sold out earlier
Awards Dinner – 15 Feb 2024
Discount Delegate Accommodation
Discount rates are available for delegates who wish to stay at the Sofitel Brisbane Hotel - information on how to book is provided with your registration confirmation email.
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.
Award Submission Fee
Members: complimentary
Non-members: $500 inc GST (per submission)
Contact Us
Event Manager
Janette Sofronidis
Event and Sponsorship Manager
janette.sofronidis@its-australia.com.au
M. +61 402 428 842
Media, Marketing and Communication
Anthony Smeaton
Communication Manager
anthony.smeaton@its-australia.com.au
M. +61 404 544 101
Head Office
T. +61 3 9646 6466
admin@its-australia.com.au
Keynote Speaker
Sally Stannard
Director-General / Department of Transport and Main Roads Queensland
As Director-General, Sally Stannard leads the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR). TMR has an annual budget of $12 billion, including capital expenditure of $4.2 billion and managed assets in excess of $106 billion.
Sally was Acting Director-General from 5 June 2023 and formally appointed in December 2023, taking on the leadership of TMR's portfolio of work across road, rail, bus, cycling and marine infrastructure in Queensland. Alongside that, Sally has oversight of a new addition to TMR—the Queensland Government Customer and Digital Group that is focused on driving Queensland's digital economy, delivering better citizen-centric services, and optimising the Queensland Government's investment and use of technology.
In Sally's previous role as the Deputy Director-General (Translink), she led the delivery of customer-focused passenger transport services across Queensland including policy, planning, ticketing, contract management and customer services.
Sally is the Chair of Cross River Rail and Chair of Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand. She is also a board member of Roads Australia and Queensland Hydro. She holds qualifications in Engineering and International Studies and is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Sally is passionate about the role transport plays in equitable and sustainable economic development of our cities and regions.
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About the venue
Sofitel Brisbane
The Ballroom Le Grand at the Sofitel Brisbane is a truly breathtaking venue, with an atmosphere that exudes sophistication and elegance. From the moment you step into the room, you'll be captivated by the stunning crystal chandeliers, modern decor, and comfortable seating that combine to create a truly luxurious experience, offering an unparalleled level of sophistication and style that is sure to impress. This iconic venue is one of Brisbane's most sought-after locations.
In addition to its stunning ballroom, the Sofitel Brisbane offers exceptional accommodations that perfectly complement the grandeur and elegance of the Ballroom Le Grand. Each guest room is impeccably furnished, featuring plush bedding, stylish decor, and all the modern amenities you need to feel at home. Discounted rates are available for registrants.
Sofitel Brisbane
249 Turbot Street Brisbane QLD 4000
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