27 Oct - 27 Oct 2026
Brisbane ITS Business Networking Event 2026
Gibson Room, QUT Gardens Point
Date: Tuesday 27th October 2026
Time: 5:15pm (for a 5:30pm start) — 7:30pm AEST
Venue:
QUT Gardens Point Campus
2 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4001
Held at QUT Gardens Point and proudly sponsored by QUT, join us at our exclusive ITS Business Networking Events, where industry gather to exchange insights, build connections, and engage with clients. Whether you're an expert or new to the ITS industry, these events offer unmatched networking opportunities. Stay tuned for news on speakers and sponsors as we navigate Australia's future transportation journey. These business events are an excellent opportunity to take the pulse of the ITS industry in your state and forge valuable connections.
Open to ITS and aligned industry professionals. Registration is available to members and non-members of ITS Australia, click here to see if your company is a member.
Guest speakers sharing insights and perspectives on the future of intelligent transport and mobility:
- Professor Dennis Walsh, Co-Vice President ITS Australia / Chief Engineer at Queensland Department of Transport & Main Roads
- Professor Shimul Haque, Head of School, Civil and Environmental Engineering at Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
Registration includes:
- Snapshot update presentations
- Networking refreshments
Registration Fees:
- Member | Included with your membership
- Non-Member | $95 inc GST
Cancellation, Transfers
Refunds are not available for change of plans; however, your registration may be transferred to a colleague. All requests should be emailed to: admin@its-australia.com.au
Speakers
Professor Dennis Walsh PSM
Co-Vice President ITS Australia / Chief Engineer / Queensland Department of Transport & Main Roads
Dennis is Co-Vice President of the ITS Australia Board.
Dennis is Chief Engineer of the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads. He oversees a range of technologies including Geospatial Technologies, Road Design and Hydraulics; Pavement, Materials and Geotechnical Engineering; Structures; and Safer Roads Infrastructure.
A Chartered Professional Engineer, member of Engineers Australia and graduate of Australian Institute of company directors
Has worked across areas including strategic planning, traffic and transport planning, road safety policy and engineering, road design, road operations and Intelligent Transport Systems. He has contributed to a range of national groups and is Queensland Director on the ANCAP Board. Board member and Vice President of ITS Australia. Has recently been appointed as a Board member and Interim Chair of Transmax and Queensland's board Austroads board member. He is also on the interim board of CCAT. He is a member of Institute of Public Works Engineers Australia.
Dennis is committed to bringing together skills and knowledge of his team and their partners to embrace new technologies, engage with customers and drive new ideas into action for benefit of the community.
Professor Shimul Haque
Head of School, Civil and Environmental Engineering / QUT
Prof Shimul Haque is the Head of School, Civil and Environmental Engineering and a Professor of Transport Engineering at Queensland University of Technology (QUT).
He is a specialist in econometrics and artificial intelligence applications in transport engineering and road safety. His research is focused on developing intelligent technologies to save lives and reduce road traffic injuries.
Marcus van der Velden
Technical Director / Arcadis
Marcus van der Velden is a transport technology specialist with over 30 years’ experience. He advises public and private clients on ITS, smart mobility, asset management and freeway communications, drawing on major projects across Australia and internationally.
Susan Harris
Chief Executive Officer / ITS Australia
As Chief Executive of ITS Australia, and with an extensive career in transport strategy, Susan is ideally placed at the intersection of technology and transport. Supported by strong connections to the international ITS community and the global network of ITS Associations, Susan works tirelessly advocating for the benefits of transport technologies for business and for the broader Australian community.
Susan is highly regarded for her roles supporting the growth and innovation of the nation’s transport technology industries. She works across a number of industry advisory groups and is a regular advisor to the State and Federal Governments, and their Ministers, on transport technology and mobility issues.
State Host Partner
Event Partner
About the venue
Gibson Room, QUT Gardens Point
Gibson Room is located on Level 10, Z Block, QUT Gardens Point.
The Gardens Point campus is home to a state-of-the-art Science and Engineering Centre, public arts venues and museums.
To view the general location of QUT Gardens Point, please click here.