Amidst the rapid evolution of global transportation technologies and the continuous emergence of groundbreaking innovations, scholars, researchers, and industry practitioners are actively exploring new developmental pathways and breakthroughs. Against this transformative backdrop, the 25th COTA International Conference of Transportation Professionals (CICTP 2025) will be grandly convened in Guangzhou, China. This premier event, dedicated to advancing cutting-edge discourse and uniting global leaders, strives to establish a high-caliber platform for profound academic exchange and collaborative innovation within the transportation sector.
Conference Overview
Centered on the theme “Transportation, AI, Energy”, the conference strategically addresses the pivotal trends reshaping the transportation landscape. Fueled by accelerated AI advancements and the global proliferation of new energy solutions, the industry is undergoing a paradigm shift. Key discussion areas span the rise of intelligent connected vehicles, AI-optimized traffic management systems, large-scale integration of renewable energy in public transit, and sustainable energy governance frameworks.
The conference cordially invites global experts from academia, research institutions, and industry to engage in rigorous dialogue on the convergence of AI and energy technologies within transportation. Participants will collectively dissect frontier challenges and chart future trajectories for the field.
Key Details
Dates: July 22–25, 2025
Venue: Guangzhou Baiyun International Convention Center
Official Website: https://cictp2025.scievent.com/
Organizing Committee
Hosted by: Overseas Chinese Transportation Association (COTA) and South China University of Technology (SCUT)
Endorsed by: American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and Transportation Research Board (TRB)
Leadership Team:
- Conference Chairs: Prof. Minggao Ouyang (Tsinghua University), Prof. Dan Sperling (UC Davis), Prof. Xiangmin Xu (SCUT), Prof. Guohui Zhang (University of Hawaiʻi)
- Executive Chairs: Prof. Zhenhong Lin (SCUT), Prof. Cong Chen (University of South Florida)
- Publication Chairs: Prof. Jun Liu (University of Alabama), Prof. Shiqi Ou (SCUT)
- Forum Design Chairs: Prof. Peiqun Lin (SCUT), Prof. Xianbiao Hu (Penn State University)
Registration Guidelines
1.Full Paper Submission & Attendance: CNY 4,500 per paper (includes publication fees), designed for scholars/researchers seeking to publish and present original work through the conference’s professional academic channels.
2.Presentation-Only Registration: CNY 2,800 per presentation, tailored for participants delivering oral presentations without formal publication.
3.Attendance-Only Registration: CNY 1,800 per person, providing access to keynote sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
Invoice & Payment:
Registration fees will be processed by Guangzhou Huiyigou Information Technology Co., Ltd., issuing VAT electronic invoices categorized as “Conference Fee” or “Event Service Fee”.
Corporate Account:
- Account Name: Guangzhou Huiyigou Information Technology Co., Ltd.
- Account Number: 3602176809100073064
- Bank: ICBC Guangzhou High-Tech Zone Sub-Branch
Contact Information
For submission inquiries, registration support, or logistical assistance:
- Prof. Zhenhong Lin: zhenhong@scut.edu.cn
- Prof. Cong Chen: congchen1@usf.edu
Call to Action
As a flagship international gathering in transportation, CICTP 2025 offers an unparalleled opportunity for global experts to collaborate, ideate, and catalyze transformative solutions. We enthusiastically welcome scholars, engineers, and industry visionaries to join this milestone event. Let us collectively forge a smarter, greener, and more resilient future for transportation systems worldwide.
Guangzhou awaits your participation!