2024 STA ANNUAL CONFERENCE & INNOVATION AWARDS: PROCEEDINGS AVAILABLE
On 7 November 2024, the 9th edition of the STA Annual Conference & Innovation Awards, entitled “Advancing the Digitisation of Transport Infrastructures”, took place at the School of Civil Engineering of the Technical University of Madrid (UPM) in Madrid, Spain.
The conference focused on integrating advanced digital technologies and data-driven solutions to optimise the performance, sustainability, and resilience of transport infrastructures.
More than 30 participants joined the conference & had the opportunity to experience two unique site visits, aimed at enhancing their understanding of the evolving landscape of transportation infrastructures. They also explored the latest digital developments in the field.
A technical visit to the Operations Centre of the Madrid West Light Rail Network showcased the importance of real-time data. It demonstrated how advanced monitoring tools can optimise light rail systems. Afterwards the participants had the unique chance to visit and tour the Torres Quevedo Museum, within UPM premises. They admired the collection of historical engineering inventions and devices designed by engineer Leonardo Torres Quevedo, including early automation and robotics, showcasing the visionary work of the renowned Spanish engineer.
The 2024 STA Innovation Awards honoured Mrs Emanuela Stocchi, Director of International Affairs at the Italian Association of Motorway and Tunnel Concessionaires (AISCAT), President of the World Road Association (PIARC) and Vice-Chair of the European Association of Operators of Toll Road Infrastructures (ASECAP) as Person of the Year for her remarkable contributions to driving sustainable and efficient transportation solutions, with particular focus on the EU taxonomy.
The Best Innovation Project award was presented to the Madrid Regional Government (Spain) for the Special Civil Protection Plan against Floods and its rapid and effective response to the September 2023 floods. The initiative mobilised over 500 workers and invested €42 million to repair damaged infrastructure, including roads and structures in Aldea del Fresno. Mrs Inmaculada Montes Fernández, Project Manager at the Madrid Regional Government, received the award.
All conference topics and presentations are available in our Dedicated Section and in the Conference Proceedings, which are now accessible.
STA would like to thank all the speakers and attendees and looks forward to welcoming you to next year’s edition.