APTA TRANSform is the flagship event for public transportation professionals to engage in workshops, experience technical tours, and network with colleagues. Keynote speakers and educational sessions explore cutting-edge hot topics, including transformative technology, mental health awareness, community building, innovative funding and finance, safety and security, workforce development, worldwide mega projects, and more. When you register for TRANSform, EXPO registration is automatically included, no need to register separately.
APTA EXPO is the premier event designed to advance the public transportation industry and provide a platform for the exchange of ideas and information. Through unparalleled networking and a showcase of the latest innovations, technologies, and best practices, APTA EXPO is the place to immerse yourself into the industry while experiencing the latest in transit trends and initiatives, including, but not limited to, sustainability, enhanced mobility, autonomous vehicles, zero-emission/electric vehicles and infrastructure, passenger experience, technology, cleanliness, and safety and security. Access to TRANSform is not included in the EXPO pass. Access requires separate paid registration.
TRANSform & EXPO
APTA’s TRANSform & EXPO is where the world of public transportation converges to explore cutting-edge technology, innovative mobility solutions, and the future of the industry. As the largest showcase of its kind, EXPO elevates the next era of global transit driven by advanced technologies, sustainable solutions, and forward-thinking business models.
Join us in 2026, immerse yourself in the energy of Chicago, a city at the crossroads of transportation innovation, while engaging with industry leaders who are redefining every aspect of public transportation.