As cities and transport networks evolve, ensuring the safety of vulnerable road users - pedestrians, cyclists, and micro-mobility users—has become a top priority. This session will bring together technology providers, and infrastructure experts to discuss road design solutions that mitigate risks and create safer, more inclusive mobility. It will explore how cross-industry collaboration and cutting-edge safety technologies can protect VRUs while meeting broader societal goals.
Anne is an experienced policy advisor specializing in road safety and cycling, working to ensure cities remain safe and accessible for all road users.
She recently contributed to the implementation of Amsterdam’s citywide 30 km/h speed limit, a key measure to improve road safety and reduce accidents. In addition to her work in Amsterdam, Anne actively participates in discussions at national and EU levels, advocating for cycling and road safety as vital elements of sustainable urban development.
Her expertise is widely recognized, with international delegations and policymakers frequently seeking her insights into Amsterdam’s successful approach to creating a bicycle-friendly and safe urban environment.
Anne holds a Master of Science degree in Urban Studies from the University of Amsterdam. As a resident of Amsterdam, she navigates the city daily by bike, which keeps her acutely aware of the importance and impact of her work.
Akhilesh Srivastava is an internationally recognized infrastructure and digital transformation leader, credited with pioneering India’s digital tolling revolution through FASTag and laying the foundation for multilane free-flow tolling, satellite-based tolling, and AI-driven road management systems. As President of the International Road Federation (IRF) India Chapter and President of the ITS India Forum, he has been instrumental in promoting intelligent transportation systems, technology-enabled road safety, and sustainable infrastructure across India and globally.
A former senior officer of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), he led large-scale national programs including the AI-powered NHAI Data Lake, Highway Digital Twin initiatives, and Road Safety 2.0, which integrates advanced technology for achieving Vision Zero.
Akhilesh also serves as the Road Safety Ambassador for IRF and WEF and advises governments and global organizations on smart mobility, digital infrastructure, and transport innovation. His thought leadership continues to inspire collaborative, technology-driven pathways for safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility worldwide.
A distinguished TEDx Speaker, best-selling author, and Visiting Professor at Top Global Universities, he loves sharing his knowledge and expertise on leveraging technology for societal advancement through regular articles, books, and conferences.
Brendan is a senior-level transport infrastructure & sustainable mobility specialist with 24 years of project and programme management experience acquired with international and intergovernmental organisations in Europe and North America.
He is an effective analyst and communicator with proven editorial and stakeholder engagement skills backed by track record of policy insights across the road mobility value chain.
Daniel Baumann is CEO and a member of the executive management of Swisstraffic Inc., a Swiss engineering and consulting company specializing in traffic engineering, mobility planning, and road safety. He has a background in civil and traffic engineering and studied at EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne), where he graduated in 2001.
With many years of experience in traffic and mobility projects, Daniel Baumann focuses on intelligent mobility solutions, traffic safety, and sustainable transport systems. He is member of the swiss standards committee on road infrastructure safety and is active in a teaching role for Road Safety Audit and Road Safety Inspection courses. In addition to his role at Swisstraffic AG, he is actively involved in professional networks within the Swiss mobility and ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) community.
Itır Coşkun is an Innovation Manager at SWARCO, driving innovation projects and thought leadership in smart mobility, traffic management, and connected and automated transport systems. With a strong background in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) and innovation strategy, she ensures SWARCO’s technological developments are aligned with global trends and policy priorities, especially in CCAM, sustainable and inclusive mobility, and digital infrastructure. Itır holds a Master of Science degree in Transportation Systems, specializing in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), from the Technical University of Munich. Fluent in three languages, she views intercultural and interdisciplinary collaboration as a foundation for impactful progress and navigates diverse global environments in her daily work.
