Traffex 2026: the UK’s must-attend highways & traffic management event
The UK highways sector is gearing up for one of its most important industry gatherings of the year – Traffex 2026, taking place on 20–21 May 2026 at the CBS Arena in Coventry.
For professionals working in traffic management, road safety, highways maintenance, and infrastructure delivery, Traffex is more than just a trade show, it’s where real-world solutions meet real-world challenges.
What’s new for Traffex 2026?
Traffex 2026 is doubling down on its "Roads. Reality. Results." mantra. The 2026 edition introduces several new features designed to move beyond high-level debate and into immediate implementation:
The Solutions Studio: An intimate, facilitated space for real-world problem-solving. It’s designed for attendees to bring their specific infrastructure headaches and leave with practical value.
TechTalks Theatre: A fast-paced stage featuring 15-minute "lightning" presentations. Expect focused insights on the emerging tech that is actually ready for deployment today.
The Roadmap Theatre: Powered by Highways Magazine, this hub covers the full lifecycle of road infrastructure, from procurement and planning to maintenance and recycling.
The Traffex Event App: Launching on 27th April 2026, the new app allows visitors to pre-arrange meetings with over 150 suppliers and build a custom CPD-accredited agenda.
Key Themes: Beyond the Strategy
While policy is important, Traffex 2026 focuses on what you can procure and deploy now. Three major themes dominate this year's agenda:
1. Pothole Funding & Maintenance
With new pothole funding rules coming into play, local authorities are under pressure to prove "value for money." Expect heavy focus on innovative repair materials and automated road-scanning technology that predicts failures before they happen.
2. The Multi-Event Synergy
Traffex is once again co-located with Parkex (parking solutions) and Cold Comfort (winter maintenance). This "triple-threat" approach allows professionals to address the entire scope of the road network, from EV charging infrastructure in car parks to severe weather resilience, under one roof.
3. AI and Data-Driven Decisions
The shift toward "software-defined architecture" is a major talking point. The 2026 event highlights how behavioural data and real-time traffic monitoring are moving from experimental trials to standard operational procedure.
Why Attend?
Free Registration: Entry is free for all visitors, providing access to five conference theatres and hundreds of exhibitors.
CPD Accreditation: Earn up to 6 CPD hours per day through sessions accredited by the Institute of Highway Engineers.
Networking: Connect with decision-makers from National Highways, local authority CEOs, and the top tier of the UK supply chain.
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At ConeRQ, we’re helping businesses modernise how they manage traffic equipment, streamline operations, and improve compliance across the UK highways sector.
Book a demo with ConeRQ today to learn how we can support your team with smarter, more efficient traffic management solutions.