Smart Transport Forum
The TCF was established by Smartex in 1997 at the request of the UK Department for Transport (DfT). It is a membership-based association open to all who are involved professionally with transport applications of smart cards and other smart customer media within the UK. The TCF is a forum where members and delegates from the public and private sector meet for discussion and mutual education relating to smart ticketing, smart payment, journey management and reporting, and to the underlying technologies supporting such applications.
This Forum meets quarterly, including an annual two-day Conference & Exhibition. Meeting subjects are selected by the TCF Steering Group. The main focus of this Forum is smart ticketing and payment technologies and applications for public transport. Meetings are chaired by the Department for Transport, and are attended by transport services providers, transport operators, consultants and other specialists in transport technology
2024/25 TCF Meeting Dates
Free attendance for Transport Operator and Local Authority representatives
Online Booking Form
We are delighted to announce that this year’s two-day Conference & Exhibition for the Smart Transport Forum, TCF24, will take place in Newcastle upon Tyne on 24th & 25th September 2024 at the Civic Centre, and is kindly being supported by Nexus.
We shall be bringing together Government, transport operators, consultants, suppliers, city representatives, Local Government bodies and other industry specialists to explain, debate and understand the current status, challenges and future plans affecting the smart transport landscape.
Join us to listen to industry leaders who are driving the essential transformation that is required to meet changing mobility needs and participate in the debate that is shaping strategy.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND TCF24?
- Transport Operators (FREE, terms apply, see below)
- Local Authorities, Regional Operators, PTAs (FREE, terms apply, see below)
- Product and Service Suppliers (terms apply, see below)
- Anyone with an interest in passenger transport and trends affecting the smart transport technology industry (terms apply, see below)
WHY ATTEND TCF24?
- Hear how to rebuild passenger confidence in public transport journeys
- Appreciate the fundamental shifts happening in smart public transport
- Learn from expert speakers about the emerging strategy and tactics for matching the quality and spread of smart transport systems to the travel requirements of the new generation of passengers
- See demonstrations of modern smart ticketing, payment and related products
- Discover the latest technologies that are revolutionising ticketing, payments and much more
- Network with senior transport industry officials
- Enjoy our legendary Smartex hospitality!
THE CONFERENCE
Download TCF24 Event Agenda
THE SUPPORTING EXHIBITION
TCF24 will be supported and enriched by sponsors and exhibitors, who will be on hand to demonstrate and explain their latest products and services for this sector, and whose generosity permits Smartex to offer free attendance to invited non-member transport operators and Local Government bodies with transport schemes. For information on Exhibition/Sponsorship options, view the TCF24 Booking Form – Information Only
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE DEAL FOR DELEGATES?
The following will be included:
- Participation at all sessions on both days
- Access, after the event, to all available presentation material
- Refreshments on arrival and throughout both days, including two buffet luncheons
- Drinks reception on evening of 24th September
The following are not included, and if required, must be reserved and paid for by participating delegates:
- Overnight accommodation
- Event Dinner on the evening of 24th September
COCKTAIL RECEPTION
Our informal drinks reception will be held in the exhibition room on the evening of Tuesday, 24th September.
DINNER
We are planning our traditional annual event dinner, and this will be held after the drinks reception on the evening of 24th September at the nearby Mansion House. Guests will be asked to pay for their own meal, at a cost of £50 + VAT, and this may be done in advance with Smartex (see Booking Form below).
ACCOMMODATION
If you require avernight accommodation during the event, we have reserved rooms at the nearby Maldron Hotel Newcastle for either/both nights of 23rd and 24th September at the following rates:
- Monday, 23rd September – £89.00 Bed & Breakfast
- Tuesday, 24th September – £119.00 Bed & Breakfast
Please call 0191 6409510 and quote our Group Code Smartex 1064778 to qualify for these rates.
DIRECTIONS
Create your personalised low-carbon travel plan for TCF24 with the Smartex Travel Assistant service, powered by You. Smart. Thing. Get the best low-emission travel options, tailored routes and real-time travel updates. Simply enter your origin, select a travel option and click ‘Get live updates’ for the most up-to-date information on traveling to TCF24.
ATTENDANCE TERMS FOR MEMBERS
Current Smartex members with remaining attendance entitlements for a normal TCF one-day meeting may attend free-of-charge within their membership, and this event will count as one day of attendance, even if both days are attended. Sponsors/exhibitors will each be offered two delegate passes for the conference sessions.
ATTENDANCE TERMS FOR NON-MEMBERS
- Delegates from non-member transport operators and Local Authorities may attend free-of-charge for both days
- Other non-members may attend at a cost of £200 + VAT per delegate per day
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
If you would like to reserve your place at TCF24, please complete the Online Booking Form, or respond to this email and let me know whether you will be attending for one or both days of the event, and whether or not you wish to join for the event dinner on the evening of 24th September.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions relating to TCF24 attendance, or would be interested in becoming a sponsor/exhibitor, please contact me at annabel@smartex.comm or on +44 (0)7785 254405.