On 27 March 2026, ERTICO – ITS Europe hosted a dedicated webinar for its Partners, providing a clear overview of the value of the ERTICO Partnership and the opportunities available across its ecosystem.
The session brought Partners together to explore not only how to engage with ERTICO, but how to fully unlock its potential, from innovation and collaboration to communication and global visibility.
The Partnership benefits were presented by Joost Vantomme, CEO of ERTICO – ITS Europe, Agne Vaitekenaite, Head of Partnership & Advocacy, Emil Berlin, Senior Partnership & Governance Officer, and Joanna Mikolajczyk, Senior Partnership Marketing & Engagement Officer, who shared practical insights on how Partners can actively engage and maximise the benefits of the Partnership.
CIO Vladimir Vorotovic made a special announcement regarding the upcoming Activity Development Day taking place in June, highlighting its importance as a key moment for Partners to shape future ERTICO activities.
Introduction
The webinar opened with an introduction to ERTICO’s role as a public–private partnership connecting over 120 organisations across all ITS sectors, including industry, research, public authorities and users.
Speakers highlighted ERTICO’s mission to connect stakeholders, leverage innovation and accelerate the deployment of integrated, user-centric mobility solutions, aligned with European priorities and values.
With 35 years of experience, ERTICO continues to act as a bridge - and increasingly a catalyst - between sectors, supporting innovation from early-stage research all the way to real-world deployment.
Key Partner Benefits
A central focus of the webinar was to highlight the tangible and strategic benefits available to ERTICO Partners.
Collaboration, Innovation & EU Projects
Partners gain access to EU-funded projects and innovation platforms, opening doors to develop, test and deploy new mobility solutions in collaboration with leading stakeholders across sectors. Through its close coordination of projects and engagement with the European Commission, ERTICO enables Partners not only to participate - but to shape the direction of innovation, while benefiting from both intellectual and economic returns.
Cross-Sector Engagement & Thought Leadership
ERTICO provides a strong platform for sector and cross-sector meetings, alongside Round Tables and Deep Dives on key topics such as artificial intelligence and mobility data. These activities create a space where ideas move beyond discussion and into influence, enabling Partners to engage directly with EU institutions, contribute expertise and help steer the future of mobility at the European level.
Communication & Visibility
Partners benefit from extensive communication opportunities, including features in the ERTICO newsroom and newsletter, reaching over 7,000 stakeholders, as well as promotion across social media channels. Dedicated initiatives such as #PartnershipVoices and Partner in the Spotlight go one step further - turning visibility into storytelling, and positioning Partners as key voices shaping the mobility conversation.
Events & Networking Opportunities
ERTICO offers a range of high-value engagement formats, including Focus On events, providing deep dives into key mobility topics, and Partnership Forum (previously Think Tank sessions), enabling strategic reflection on future priorities. Combined with international cooperation activities and delegations, these moments create an environment where connections turn into collaborations.
ITS Congresses
A key highlight of the webinar was the role of the ITS Congresses, which remain at the heart of the ERTICO ecosystem. Partners benefit from privileged access, including a complimentary ticket, VIP networking opportunities and discounted exhibition space. These advantages place Partners not just in the room, but at the centre of the conversation, offering visibility, business development opportunities and direct engagement with decision-makers.
Looking Ahead: Key Dates for Partners
The webinar also highlighted important upcoming milestones:
• 27–29 April 2026 – ITS European Congress, Istanbul
A key gathering of the global ITS community, offering unparalleled visibility, networking and collaboration opportunities.
• 10 June 2026 – Activity Development Day
A dedicated moment for Partners to contribute to shaping future ERTICO activities and initiatives.
These key moments offer Partners further opportunities to engage, connect, and actively shape what comes next.
A Partnership Driving Impact
The webinar reinforced a clear message: ERTICO is more than a network - it is a platform where ideas meet action.
By bringing together diverse stakeholders and offering access to projects, events, communication channels and policy engagement, the Partnership enables its members to scale innovation, influence the mobility agenda and turn collaboration into real-world impact across Europe and beyond.
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Curious about our European foothold and initiatives? As ERTICO celebrates 35 years of collaboration and innovation in intelligent mobility this year, take a closer look at the ERTICO Partnership video and download our Partnership Brochure to learn more about the opportunities, offers and benefits of being part of the Partnership.