NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN · 2027

The 17th Annual

ITS Australia Awards

The Intelligent Transport Systems industry's most prestigious night celebrating excellence, innovation and leadership across Australia's transport future.

DATE

18 February 2027

CITY

Brisbane

TIME

6:00pm - 10:30pm


CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE

Recognising the work

shaping Australia's

transport future.

For more than a decade, the Awards have recognised the growing influence of ITS - across connected, electric and automated vehicles, smart infrastructure, intelligent mobility, transport data, and research and development.

Individuals and organisations are invited to submit nominations aligned to the award category descriptors, showcasing contributions that deliver real-world outcomes and support safer, smarter and more sustainable transport systems.

Categories also recognise individual excellence - including emerging leaders, outstanding women in ITS, and lifetime achievement. Winners will be announced at a gala dinner and ceremony in Brisbane.

Eight Categories

Award Categories


Max Lay Lifetime Achievement

An individual who personifies the ultimate standard of leadership and vision in ITS.

Woman of the Year

An exceptional woman who has significantly advanced the ITS industry in Australia. Sponsored by Q-Free

Young Professional

The dedication and contribution of an emerging leader in their early professional life.

Members only.

Connected, Electric & Automated Vehicle

Outstanding contribution toward the deployment of connected and automated vehicles in Australia.

Excellence in Research & Development

Groundbreaking R&D undertaken solely or through collaborative research programs.

Excellence in Transport Data

Outstanding use of transport data delivering meaningful outcomes for the community.

Intelligent Mobility

Innovative transport solutions offering outstanding mobility services for people and communities.

Smart Transport Infrastructure

Technology innovation delivering excellence in transport infrastructure and network management.

Mark Your Calendar

Key Dates

NOW OPEN

Nominations open!

Jul 2026

Max Lay Award nominations close

Aug 2026

All other submissions deadline

Sep–Oct 2026

Judging panel reviews

NOV 2026

Finalists announced · tickets on sale

11 Feb 27

Awards gala dinner, Brisbane

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Woman of the year award sponsor

17th Annual Awards · 2027

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Showcase your work, demonstrate impact, and gain national recognition within Australia's ITS community.