The International Conference on Transportation and Development (ICTD) is a premier event organized by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Transportation & Development Institute (T&DI). This conference brings together a global community of professionals in transportation systems and infrastructure, including researchers, operations and project managers, academics, consultants, and contractors. The 2025 edition was co-located with the International Airfield & Highway Pavements Conference (Pavements 2025) and the International Conference on Automated People Movers and Automated Transit Systems (APM-ATS), offering attendees a comprehensive experience in transportation and development.

The 2025 conference focused on various aspects of transportation and development, featuring technical sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees had the chance to engage with global leaders in the field, share insights, and collaborate on advancing transportation systems worldwide. The event covered topics such as transportation infrastructure, airfield and highway pavements, and automated transit systems, providing a platform for professionals to discuss emerging trends and innovations.

The conference offered numerous networking opportunities, including sessions organized by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) as part of the program. Notable speakers included Jennifer Toth, Director of the Arizona Department of Transportation, Kristina Swallow, Assistant City Manager of the City of Tucson, and Yao-Jan Wu, Professor at the University of Arizona and Director of the University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Sciences. These sessions provided valuable insights into the future of transportation and development.

Professionals in transportation engineering, urban planning, and development should consider attending ICTD 2025 to stay informed about the latest advancements in the field, network with peers, and contribute to the ongoing dialogue on creating safe, sustainable transportation systems.

Speakers(9)

Amiy Varma

Technical Council Chair at Aviation Council

Amiy Varma serves as the Technical Council Chair for the Aviation Council.

Heng Wei

Technical Council Chair at Emerging Technologies Council

Heng Wei serves as the Technical Council Chair for the Emerging Technologies Council.

Jennifer Toth

Director at Arizona Department of Transportation

Jennifer Toth was appointed director of the Arizona Department of Transportation on January 5, 2023, to lead the agency responsible for planning, designing, building, maintaining and operating the state’s multimodal transportation system, managing transportation revenue, and providing motor vehicle title, registration and driver license services.

Jim Gallagher

Technical Council Chair at Roadway Council

Jim Gallagher serves as the Technical Council Chair for the Roadway Council.

Kristina Swallow, P.E., F.ASCE

Assistant City Manager at City of Tucson

Kristina Swallow is the Assistant City Manager for the City of Tucson, Arizona, and a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers.

Murthy Bondada

Technical Council Chair at Rail and Public Transit Council

Murthy Bondada serves as the Technical Council Chair for the Rail and Public Transit Council.

Nathalie Martinez

Technical Council Chair at Planning and Development Council

Nathalie Martinez serves as the Technical Council Chair for the Planning and Development Council.

Sam Labi

Technical Council Chair at Planning and Development Council

Sam Labi serves as the Technical Council Chair for the Planning and Development Council.

Yao-Jan Wu, P.E., M.ASCE

Professor at University of Arizona

Yao-Jan Wu is a Professor at the University of Arizona and Director of the University of Arizona Center for Applied Transportation Sciences.

Event Details

Date
June 28 - July 1, 2025
4 days
Location
🇺🇸 Glendale, United States
Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center
Pricing
Varies by tier
Audience
Transportation and development professionals, including engineers, planners, researchers, agency officials, academics, consultants, and contractors
CLE Credits
Up to 15 CLE credits
Attendees
Approximately 150 onsite participants and nearly 400 online attendees