We are pleased to share with you that the deadline for submitting applications to the Transport Research Arena (TRA) VISIONS 2026 Awards has been extended to 20 October 2025 (midnight, Brussels time).
While final paper submissions to TRA2026 are now closed, you still have time to apply for the Awards – under one of the six transport mode-related categories: road, rail, waterborne, airborne, cross-modal passengers, cross-modal logistics.
Who can apply to TRA VISIONS
Young Researchers: MSc/PhD students or recent PhD graduates (PhD defense after 16 June 2023) who have submitted a TRA 2026 paper as first author
Senior Researchers: Experienced researchers (≥10 years of experience and strong track record in European transport R&I). No TRA abstract submission required.
Why Applying?
1. Showcase innovative research to high-level peers, experts, and policymakers
2. Gain great visibility at an international level
3. Strengthen your CV and research profile
4. Build experience in EU-level research competitions
5. Receive free access to TRA2026 conference
6. For Young Researchers only: Monetary prizes in six transport-mode categories: 1st €5,000 / 2nd €3,000 / 3rd €2,000
How Applying?
Submit your applications via the Conference submission system here
More info here
Deadline extension for the TRA VISIONS 2026 Awards!
October 2, 2025