Join FHWA's Office of Freight Management & Operations for a two-day virtual peer exchange with industry leaders and public-sector professionals on local and regional freight research. This peer exchange will share successful models, identify key opportunities, and address challenges in developing and sustaining freight-focused research to practice programs at the local and regional levels.

Event Highlights Include:

• Learn from real-world applications of freight research in local and regional settings.
• Explore models that facilitate the transition from research to practice.
• Collaborate with peers to develop actionable steps tailored to your jurisdiction.
• Discuss common barriers and opportunities to strengthen freight programs.

Featured Presenters:

• Kelly Rula, University of Washington Urban Freight Lab
• Catherine Ponte, New York City, Urban Freight Mobility Collaborative
• Mary Lamie, Bi-State Development/St. Louis Regional Freightway
• Tom O’Brien, CSU Long Beach, METRANS Transportation Consortium

This peer exchange is ideal for professionals actively involved in local or regional freight planning, including MPOs, city and state transportation agencies, and research institutions.

Participant Benefits:

• Strategies to launch or enhance freight research to practice initiatives
• Insights into which projects align with different implementation models
• Collaborative discussion to troubleshoot challenges and share best practices
• Networking and knowledge-sharing to support ongoing program development
  
  

Tickets for this event are limited — secure your spot today!