ITS News in Korea 2026 💌 – Vol. 3
BOD & IPC Meetings Shaped 2026 Gangneung ITS Congress Preparation
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From March 17–19, around 50 members of the ITS Board of Directors (BOD) and International Program Committee (IPC) convened in Gangneung for official meetings, on-site inspections, and final reviews of key Congress programs, including technical sessions and site operations. Delegates assessed major venues such as the Gangneung Convention Center, Olympic Park, and Seongyojang, while also participating in networking and coordination events with organizers. With no major issues identified, the visit confirmed Gangneung’s strong readiness to successfully host a world-class ITS Congress. |
💡 AP BOD Meeting
The Asia-Pacific BOD discussed key regional agenda items, including the selection of Singapore as the host of the 2028 ITS Asia-Pacific Congress, updates on the upcoming Auckland Congress, and proposed revisions to the AP MOU on host city selection. Additional discussions included a mentorship program initiative to foster ITS talent across the region. |
💡 Technical Visit
Delegates conducted on-site inspections of major Congress venues, including the Gangneung Convention Center, Olympic Park, Gangneung City Information Center, and Seongyojang (VIP dinner venue). The visit enabled final checks on facilities, technical tours, and event operations, confirming overall readiness. |
💡 WC BOD Meeting
The World Congress BOD reviewed progress on upcoming events, including Gangneung 2026, alongside reports from Atlanta and future hosts. Detailed updates on Gangneung covered ministerial meetings, exhibitions, demonstrations, and session planning, with constructive feedback provided on transport accessibility, venue connectivity, and high-level engagement to further enhance delivery. |
💡IPC Meeting
The IPC convened with 31 members from three regions to review program development, including plenary and executive session structures, and the status of submissions. A total of 501 papers and 143 session proposals were received, with around 100 special sessions and 83 topic-based sessions being finalized, alongside ongoing peer review and speaker coordination toward April–May confirmations. |
Korea Expands Global ITS Partnerships at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2026 |
A Korean delegation led by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and ITS Korea participated in Intertraffic Amsterdam, held from March 9–13 in Amsterdam, to showcase Korea’s advanced ITS technologies, strengthen global partnerships, and promote the 2026 Gangneung ITS World Congress. Recognized as one of the world’s largest mobility exhibitions, the event brought together participants from 145 countries, with over 900 companies and 30,000 attendees. |
💡Korean ITS Workshop
Seven Korean ITS companies presented cutting-edge technologies to over 70 European stakeholders, engaging in Q&A and networking sessions. The seminar enhanced visibility of Korea’s smart mobility solutions and facilitated connections with global buyers. |
💡International Cooperation Meetings
The delegation held high-level meetings with key partners, including the International Road Federation, the Malaysian Ministry of Works, ITS Connekt, and ITS Nationals Network. Discussions focused on policy and industry cooperation, participation in the Gangneung Congress, and potential initiatives such as MoUs and joint programs. |
💡Gangneung World ITS Congress Promotion
Concrete outcomes included confirmed exhibition participation from international organizations, such as Suzhou and Shenzhen, alongside discussions on joint promotional initiatives including a potential webinar with 7ITSNews. In addition, the delegation actively promoted Korea’s ITS capabilities during the summit, with the International Cooperation team participating as panelists to highlight policy, technology, and global collaboration efforts. |
Hyundai Mobis hosts global clients at Sweden winter test site to showcase core technologies
Hyundai Mobis invited around 100 engineers from 10 global automakers to its Sweden winter proving ground, demonstrating integrated braking and steering systems under extreme cold conditions. Through real-world test drives and feedback sessions, the company aims to accelerate customized component development and expand global orders. Marking 20 years of operation, the facility highlights Hyundai Mobis’ R&D investment and quality validation capabilities.
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Nota AI Showcases Edge AI Innovations at Embedded World 2026
Nota AI will present its AI optimization platform “NetsPresso” at Embedded World 2026 in Nuremberg, demonstrating how AI models are efficiently deployed from development to real-world edge devices. The company will unveil its “Device Farm,” featuring over 100 optimized hardware environments, alongside real-time demos with global semiconductor partners. The exhibition also highlights Nota AI’s expanding industry applications and research achievements in vision-language models.
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Ettifos Enters U.S. Public Market with Arizona V2X Project
Ettifos has secured a contract to supply V2X equipment for a public infrastructure project in Maricopa County, marking its first entry into the U.S. public sector. The project, part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s “Saving Lives with Connectivity” initiative, validates the company’s technology and localization capabilities, including OmniAir certification and BABA compliance. This milestone signals a key step toward expanding K-V2X solutions across North America.
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Vueron Technology Unveils Smart Infrastructure Solution at SECON 2026
Vueron Technology showcased its LiDAR-based smart infrastructure solution “VueTwo,” enabling real-time analysis of pedestrian and vehicle movements in public spaces such as intersections and airports. Leveraging AI and non-identifiable data, the solution enhances safety and operational efficiency without compromising privacy. The company also highlighted “VueOne,” supporting autonomous driving and ADAS with high-precision perception capabilities.
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Rexgen Launches ‘2026 Advanced Version’ Intelligent Video Analytics Solution
Rexgen unveiled its upgraded “2026 Advanced Version” AI video analytics solution, enhancing real-time monitoring, object recognition, and anomaly detection based on proven field operations. The new version strengthens multi-camera object re-identification and hybrid search capabilities, enabling faster incident response using both live and historical data. Improved UI and event management features further support more efficient, proactive surveillance operations.
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RideFlux Demonstrates Fully Driverless Autonomous Trucking
RideFlux unveiled a “zero-intervention” autonomous driving demonstration, successfully operating an 11-ton truck over a 224 km route between Seoul and Jincheon without any human input. The test validated stable operation across highways and complex urban roads, marking a key milestone toward hub-to-hub autonomous freight transport. The company plans to launch commercial middle-mile services and expand nationwide, accelerating logistics automation.
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📢 Call for Webinar & Knowledge-Sharing Partners |
We are planning a series of regular online meetups and knowledge-sharing sessions focused on ITS, smart mobility, and emerging transport technologies. These sessions aim to bring together public authorities, cities, and industry experts to share practical experiences, discuss current challenges, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
We are seeking partner organizations interested in co-hosting future sessions - working together on themes, speakers, and formats, and connecting global networks through open and meaningful exchange.
If your organization is interested in joining us, please reach out to us;
• Ms. Nuri, Manager (kim.nuri@itskorea.kr)
We look forward to collaborating with partners who value continuous dialogue and long-term cooperation within the international ITS community. |
ITS International Business Assistance Center
[14057] #812, Daerung Technotown 15, Simin-daero 401, Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea
+82-31-478-0457 / kim.nuri@itskorea.kr
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