• Date: Monday, Jun 08, 2026
  • Extracted Insight: Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India and Virtual Info Systems (VIS Group) have entered a long‑term strategic alliance with ITS India Forum to organise the inaugural ITS India Congress alongside the Transport + Traffic Infratech Expo, scheduled for 7–8 October 2026 in Mumbai. The partnership integrates the ITS India Congress—a premier forum for Intelligent Transportation Systems—with the Transport + Traffic Infratech Expo and its co‑located Road Infratech Expo and Parking Infratech Expo, creating a unified platform for innovation, policy dialogue, knowledge exchange and business engagement across mobility, transport infrastructure and digital infrastructure sectors. The alliance is positioned against a backdrop of unprecedented Indian investments in highways, urban transit, logistics and digital infrastructure, highlighting the national imperative for intelligent, safe, efficient and sustainable mobility solutions. Key quotes: • Raj Manek, Executive Director & Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd, emphasized the need for a comprehensive platform to facilitate dialogue, innovation and cross‑sector collaboration as India’s transportation ecosystem evolves. • Akhilesh Srivastava, President, ITS India Forum, highlighted the blend of domain leadership and world‑class event production that the joint venture brings, aiming to strengthen India’s ITS ecosystem. • Jayaraman Nair, Chairman, Virtual Info Systems Pvt Ltd, noted that the addition of the ITS India Congress is a natural progression for the Expo, providing a powerful platform for industry collaboration, policy dialogue, technology showcase and business growth.
  • Relevance: Economic/Market-related
  • Potential Market Impact: Positive / Immediate‑Short‑Term (event slated for Oct 2026 with ongoing editions expected to influence sector dynamics)