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ITC explores long-term rail strategy

The ITC held a successful Spring Discussion Dinner in partnership with Eversheds Sutherland on 14th April 2026. The event explored the role of and priorities for rail in a long-term transport strategy, and guests heard expert perspectives from Steve Allen from CPCS UK, and David Hoggarth from Transport for the North. An excellent and wide ranging discussion was held afterwards chaired by ITC trustee Sarah Kendall.

ITC debates new aviation technologies

The ITC was delighted to host its Winter Discussion Webinar on the 3rd March, exploring the policy impacts of new aviation technologies. Guests heard insights from an expert panel, including Mark Bentall (Airbus), John Strickland (Cranfield University) and Sophie Lane (Aviation Technology Institute). A summary report on the event can be found here.

ITC debates the impact of Robotaxis

The ITC held a successful Autumn Discussion Dinner in partnership with Eversheds Sutherland on 19th November 2025. The event explored how the rise of Robotaxis will impact travel behaviour and policy, and guests heard expert perspectives from Ed Davison from Uber UK, and Elena Gillies from the CCAV. An excellent and wide ranging discussion was held afterwards chaired by ITC trustee Dominic Lacey.

ITC releases report on the impacts of new Aviation Technologies

The ITC, together with its project partner the CAA, is delighted to release its latest report exploring the policy and regulatory challenges arising from new aviation technologies. The report explores how these new technologies are reshaping the aviation sector and can be downloaded here.

Research

Events

Summer Thought Leadership Dinner

In partnership with Eversheds Sutherland, the ITC looks forward to its Summer Thought Leadership Dinner on 2nd July. This event will explore whether the UK's energy grid can cope with the electrification of transport. The dinner is invitation only but if you would like to be considered for a place please contact events@theitc.org.uk .

ITC Winter Discussion, Tues 3 March

The ITC Winter Discussion Webinar will take place on Tuesday 3rd March from 17:00 to 18:30, and explore the theme of 'What will be the policy and regulatory impacts of new aviation technologies?'. The debate will take forward the findings from the recent research report published by the ITC and the CAA, offering a range of reflections from industry experts including: Professor Anna Smallwood (Cranfield University), Dr Mark Bentall (Airbus) and Sophie Lane (Aerospace Technology Institute). If you would like to be considered for an invitation please contact the events team using this link.