Event
11/11/2026 - 13/11/2026 Lyon, France

International IMC Trolleybus Conference 2026 & eBRT2030 Workshop

The International IMC Trolleybus & eBRT2030 Conference, presented by trolley:motion and UITP, is taking place from 11-13 November 2026 in Lyon, France. As a partner of the eBRT 2030 project, POLIS is hosting a stakeholder workshop on bus rapid transit planning on 12 November.

The International IMC Conference is a biennial event, co-organised by eBRT 2030 project partner Rupprecht Consult, dedicated to electric bus systems.  This ninth edition focuses on the theme 'Cities select systems, not vehicles', highlighting the importance of long-term decision-making on public transport infrastructure investments in zero-emission buses. These investment plans, together with best-practice stories from various European urban public transport operators, will explore different vehicle solutions, including trolleybuses, bus rapid transit systems, electric infrastructure, and related topics.

The conference in Lyon, and the eBRT workshop in particular, brings together academics, practitioners, public transport operators and city authorities, intending to foster engagement among participants and encourage discussion.

The Conference programme foresees a mix of networking moments, interactive sessions bringing together international perspectives, and practical discussions in small groups.

POLIS is co-hosting an interactive workshop as part of the eBRT 2030 project titled 'Open space format: engage, be surprised' on day 1, 12 November 2026, from 16:30 to 18:00. The session will bring together experts to identify planning bottlenecks and investment strategies related to the following topics:

  • Operation of (energy) infrastructure, supply and smart grids
  • eBRT implementation and electric corridors
  • Urban planning elements of public transport systems
  • Financing and public procurement of PT infrastructure

Find out more about the International IMC Trolleybus & eBRT2030 Conference 2026 here.