CIVITAS Forum 2026

The CIVITAS Forum 2026, the flagship event of the CIVITAS Initiative, will take place from 15-17 September 2026 in the coastal city of Thessaloniki, Greece.

Since 2003, the CIVITAS Forum has been a dynamic conference for smart, inclusive and sustainable urban mobility. The Forum welcomes city representatives, policymakers, practitioners, planners, academics and mobility enthusiasts from across Europe and beyond to exchange ideas, showcase innovation and build lasting connections.

This year, the theme of the CIVITAS Forum is, 'Roots & Routes: Moving Forward to Competitive, Connected and Resilient Urban Mobility!'. The programme will be structured around three umbrella topics (competitive, connected and resilient mobility) reflecting key priorities for sustainable urban mobility in Europe.

Topic 1: Competitive urban mobility

How can cities strengthen mobility systems to support innovation and economic competitiveness?

Main session topics include:

• Transforming public transport systems through innovation and partnerships
• Financing urban mobility, including procurement and EU funding
• Developing the skills and workforce needed for the transition
• Supporting start-ups and SMEs in mobility innovation
• Mobility solutions for sustainable tourism

Topic 2: Connected Urban Mobility

How can cities better connect people, services and transport networks?

Main session topics include:

• Shared mobility and micromobility services
• Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility (CCAM)
• Data-driven mobility, including AI and digital twins
• City–region connectivity and TEN-T urban nodes
• Urban freight data connectivity
• Urban mobility innovation in future EU Member States

Topic 3: Resilient Urban Mobility

How can cities develop inclusive, healthy and climate-resilient mobility systems?

Main session topics include:

• Accessible public transport for all
• Active mobility for healthier cities
• Future-ready last-mile logistics
• The energy–mobility nexus in transport transitions
• Safe streets for all through Vision Zero

The Steinbeis Europa Zentrum will represent the Horizon Europe projects metaCCAZE and MOBILITIES FOR EU at the CIVITAS Forum 2026 in Thessaloniki, where it will showcase innovative solutions for sustainable and zero-emission urban mobility at a themed exhibition booth.