Canberra ITS Business Networking Event 2026

Tuesday 18th August 2026
5:15pm (for a 5:30pm start) — 7:30pm AEST
Venue: Seeing Machines Head Office, Fyshwick, ACT

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. These business events are an excellent opportunity to take the pulse of the ITS industry in your state and forge valuable connections.

Canberra's Business Event, hosted by ITS Australia gold member, Seeing Machines, will welcome the following industry leaders as presenters: 

Dr Mike Lenné, Chief Safety Officer, Seeing Machines 

Mike is a globally recognised human factors expert and cognitive science leader. A former Professor at Monash University, he has spent his career improving human-technology interaction and safety. At Seeing Machines, he has led research, commercial growth and innovation, and now serves as Chief Safety Officer, advancing global safety policy, partnerships and AI-human collaboration.

PaoYi Tan, Head of Automated & Emerging Technologies at National Transport Commission (NTC)

PaoYi leads Australia’s autonomous vehicle regulatory program. With 20+ years’ experience working across government and private sectors, including for the Productivity Commission, nbnTM Australia and Australia Post, she specialises in regulatory reform, legislation development, and industry-government collaboration.

Mark Messenger, Head of Smart Transport ANZ / Global COE Lead, NEC Australia

Mark is a smart transport technology leader with extensive experience in intelligent transport systems, connected mobility and urban transport innovation. As Head of Smart Transport ANZ and Global Centre of Excellence Lead at NEC Australia, he specialises in deploying technology solutions that improve transport efficiency, safety and network.

Richard Delplace, Director of Emerging Technologies at Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI)

Richard leads policy and industry coordination on vehicle safety, autonomy and environmental performance. He also serves on the boards of ITS Australia, AASRA and AUSMASA, supporting innovation and skills development. Richard is also a Director on the Boards of ITS Australia, the Australian Automotive Service and Repair Authority (AASRA), and the Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance (AUSMASA).

Susan Harris, CEO, ITS Australia 

As Chief Executive Officer ITS Australia, Susan brings more than two decades of experience spanning transport strategy, logistics, supply chain management and intelligent transport systems to the intelligent transport sector. Highly regarded for driving innovation and collaboration, Susan serves on Australian and international advisory groups and regularly advising governments on mobility and emerging technology issues.

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.

Registration includes:

• Snapshot update presentations
• Networking refreshments

Registration Fees:

Registration is free for Members and Non-Members of ITS Australia.

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