ITS News in Korea 2026 💌 – Vol. 10
2026 Gangneung ITS World Congress Opens, Shaping the Future of Smart Mobility
The 2026 Gangneung ITS World Congress opened on October 19 under the theme “Beyond Mobility, Connected World.” The five-day event brought together global experts to explore the future of smart mobility through AI, autonomous driving, and connected technologies. Featuring 108 organizations and companies across 428 exhibition booths, 193 academic sessions, and live technology demonstrations, the Congress provided a platform for international knowledge-sharing and cooperation toward safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility.
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Ministerial Roundtable Highlights Global Priorities for AI-Powered ITS
Ministers and representatives from 12 countries and international organizations gathered at the Ministerial Roundtable to discuss five key themes: AI-driven ITS, data-enabled smart mobility, inclusive transport, international connectivity and cooperation, and advancing future mobility from Gangneung. The adopted Key Messages highlighted the role of AI and digital infrastructure in improving transport safety and efficiency, ensuring that ITS benefits all users, and strengthening international cooperation, common standards, and interoperability to support safer, more inclusive, and sustainable mobility. |
Showcasing Korea’s Advanced ITS and Future Mobility Technologies
The exhibition featured Korea’s ITS policies and achievements, alongside demonstrations of advanced mobility technologies from Hyundai Motor Group, Lotte Innovate, LIG affiliates, and Korea Expressway Corporation. Key highlights included autonomous driving, V2X, AI smart tolling, parking robots, and AI-based road management. The MOLIT AX-Sprint exhibition also showcased 18 projects supporting AI innovation and commercialization in road and transport sectors. |
Business Matching Turns Meetings into Agreements
The business matching programme facilitated a total of 492 meetings, connecting Korean companies with international businesses and transport ministries from Ireland, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. The discussions led to 11 MoUs and two export contracts covering radar and LiDAR technologies, V2X, AI solutions, and international ITS cooperation, with further collaboration underway on overseas demonstrations and technology exchange. |
BYDA x WAVEX on Road Safety Solutions Deal
BYDA signed a supply agreement with Japan’s WAVEX at the 2026 Gangneung ITS World Congress, advancing its global expansion. The company also showcased radar-based road safety solutions and explored AI and connected mobility technology collaborations with DEEPX and LG Electronics.
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KEC and Malaysia’s LLM Partner on ITS
Korea Expressway Corporation signed an MoU with Malaysia’s Highway Authority (LLM) to cooperate on smart highway management and intelligent transportation systems. The partnership builds on Korea’s multi-lane, free-flow tolling technology, with Malaysia planning nationwide implementation across its toll roads.
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Ranix and SSI Partner on V2X Tolling
Ranix signed an MoU with Singapore-based Star Systems International to jointly develop V2X-based tolling technology and expand into global smart transportation markets. The partnership will focus on smart tolling infrastructure, road safety, and practical applications by combining Ranix’s V2X technology with SSI’s international business network.
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DEEP X Advances AI-Powered ITS Solutions
DEEPX showcased its ultra-low-power AI processors (NPUs) for real-time traffic monitoring, road safety, and smart tolling. The company also signed MOUs with BYDA to develop AI solutions for autonomous driving and object detection, and with Vietnam’s SotaTek to expand AI development and business opportunities in Vietnam.
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Jinwoo ATS Showcases AI-Powered Road Safety Solutions
Jinwoo ATS showcased its AI-powered traffic management solutions, including smart intersections and an AI-based black ice monitoring system. By integrating CCTV and sensor data, the company aims to enhance road safety, traffic management, and smart city operations.
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Daebo Expands ITS Cooperation in Asia
Daebo Information Communications held partnership meetings with ITS stakeholders from Singapore and Indonesia to explore collaboration in traffic management, vehicle recognition, and multi-lane free-flow tolling. Discussions focused on applying Korea’s ITS expertise to local transport needs and developing future business leads.
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MOLIT Advances International ITS Cooperation
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport held bilateral meetings with Malaysia, Singapore, UNECE, Viet Nam, Uzbekistan, Ireland, the U.S. DOT, IRF, the Slovak Investment Agency, and Japan’s MLIT to strengthen international ITS cooperation. Discussions focused on AI-based ITS, digital road infrastructure, smart tolling, autonomous driving, and road safety, with an emphasis on sharing technical expertise, developing joint projects, and supporting Korean companies’ participation in overseas transport infrastructure initiatives. |
Building Partnerships with International ITS Partners
ITS Korea signed MoUs with the International Road Federation (IRF), ITS UK, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), and International Task Force on Vehicle-Highway Automation (ITFVHA), while holding cooperation meetings with partners from Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Abu Dhabi, and Austria’s ASFINAG, as well as ADB K-Hub and Korea Expressway Corporation. Discussions covered AI-based traffic management, C-ITS, smart tolling, connected and automated mobility, and digital road infrastructure. These engagements aim to promote technical exchanges, joint activities, and business networking, while exploring opportunities for Korean ITS companies to participate in international projects. |
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