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In light of the success of the Call for Papers, PIARC extends the submission deadline to 30 September 2026

Road and transport professionals worldwide are invited to submit their abstracts by September 30, 2026!

SURF 2026: 10th Symposium on Pavement Surface Characteristics – Registration is open!

What if you could be at the forefront of the innovations shaping the pavement surfaces of tomorrow? The 10th Symposium on Pavement Surface Characteristics – SURF 2026 will bring together experts, researchers and professionals from around the world in Tokyo from 9 to 11 November 2026 to share their experiences, discover the latest innovations and discuss current challenges facing the sector.

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PIARC (World Road Association), founded in 1909 and comprising over 120 member governments globally, serves as a forum for exchanging knowledge and experience on road and transport policies and practices. With consultative status to the UN's Economic and Social Council, PIARC contributes to sustainable global development in the road sector.

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In light of the success of the Call for Papers, PIARC extends the submission deadline to 30 September 2026

SURF 2026: 10th Symposium on Pavement Surface Characteristics – Registration is open!

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Join us in Krakow: The 3rd International Conference on Road Tunnel Operations and Safety is coming soon!

Call for evidence: PIARC Survey on Digital Twins in the Road and Mobilty Sector

Reminder - 24 September - PIARC Webinar: Asset Management Data Collection & Analysis

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Envisioning The Transport Agency Of The Future - A PIARC Literature Review

Public Value Creation By Transport Agencies - A PIARC Literature Review

Learning More About Diversity and Inclusion in Road Disaster Management

Challenges In Resilience Building For Road Disaster Management Coordination And Cooperation In Different Regions - Summary of PIARC & REAAA Joint Session at the IARC Osaka Workshop, May 2025

This anniversary issue of Routes/Roads is the 400th in a long series, since the first Bulletin first appeared in July 1911.

Management of Road Worksites - Special Project

The Role of Innovative ITS Technologies In Transport Sustainability - A PIARC High Impact Summary

Envisioning the Transport Agency of the Future - A PIARC High Impact Summary

Measures for Reducing Carbon Footprint of Pavements - A PIARC Collection of Case Studies

Earthworks Decarbonisation - A PIARC Collection of Case Studies

Supporting Supply Chain During Extreme Weather Events

Challenges In Resilience Building For Road Disaster Management Coordination And Cooperation In Different Regions - Summary of PIARC & REAAA Joint Session at the IARC Osaka Workshop, May 2025

Road Closure Criteria - A PIARC Briefing Note - At a Glance of World Practices

Impact of the Development of Active Transport Modes in Road Tunnels - Current Situation Report and Case Studies

Sustainability of Tunnel Operation: New Approaches - A PIARC Briefing Note And Collection Of Case Studies

This issue dedicated to Earthworks, covers seven contributions from Australia, Canada-Quebec, the Czech Republic, Iran, Japan, Thailand and the United Kingdom.

Decarbonisation of the Road Transport Sector - A PIARC Briefing Note

This issue covers key issues, best practices, and road innovations to make roads safer for everyone.

Earthworks Decarbonisation - A PIARC Collection of Case Studies

The Role of Innovative ITS Technologies In Transport Sustainability - A PIARC High Impact Summary

Road Closure Criteria - A PIARC Briefing Note - At a Glance of World Practices

Snow and Ice Databook 2026

Learning More About Diversity and Inclusion in Road Disaster Management

Motorcycle Protection Systems & Safety Aspects Of Management Of Traffic For Motorcycles - A PIARC Special Project

The Role of Innovative ITS Technologies In Transport Sustainability - A PIARC High Impact Summary

Understanding the Gendered Perspective of Active Mobility in Rural and Interurban Areas - A PIARC Briefing Note

Urban Vehicle Access Regulations (UVARS) - A PIARC Case Studies Collection

Well-Prepared Projects in Low- and Middle-Income Countries - A PIARC Technical Report

This issue shows that two-wheelers not only contribute to the individual transport of people.

Motorcycle Protection Systems & Safety Aspects Of Management Of Traffic For Motorcycles - A PIARC Special Project

Challenges In Resilience Building For Road Disaster Management Coordination And Cooperation In Different Regions - Summary of PIARC & REAAA Joint Session at the IARC Osaka Workshop, May 2025

Road Safety Challenges and Solutions in Rural and Interurban Areas - A PIARC Briefing Note

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