International Road Federation

The International Road Federation is a global not-for-profit organization, headquartered in Washington, DC since 1948 and supported by regional offices throughout the world. The IRF serves a network of public and private sector members in more than 70 countries by providing world-class knowledge resources, advocacy services, and continuing education programs which together offer a global marketplace for best practices and industry solutions.

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Congresses & Conferences

IRF Global R2T Conference & Exhibition

Phoenix, USA
Nov 14 – 17, 2023

Executive Training & Online Courses

Sustainable Pavement Design

Alexandria, USA
Oct 2 – 6, 2023

Performance-Based Contracts Executive Seminar

Orlando, USA
Oct 30 – Nov 8, 2023

Climate Resilient Roads Best Practices

Orlando, USA
Nov 27 – Dec 1, 2023

Pavement Management

Online Training,
Nov 27 – Dec 7, 2023

Latest News

Press Release: Passing of Former IRF Global Chairman Brian J. Stearman August 28, 2023 - The global transportation industry mourns the loss of an exemplary leader, Brian J. Stearman, who passed away on August 23,… ... Read More

IRF’s Global Education Program Continues to Expand June 23, 2023 - IRF Global’s revered Global Education Program is making strides in empowering road and transport professionals around the world. The program,… ... Read More

11th IRF Caribbean Regional Congress Marks Another Milestone for the IRF Global in the Caribbean June 16, 2023 - The International Road Federation (IRF Global) recently wrapped up its 11th Caribbean Regional Congress, marking another significant milestone as it… ... Read More

Press Release: Vision Zero for the Balkans May 17, 2023 - The International Road Federation (IRF Global) and the Serbian Road Traffic Safety Agency (RTSA) concluded a significant regional road safety… ... Read More

Industry News

Mohammed bin Rashid inaugurates AED590 million Dubai Intelligent Traffic Systems Centre at Al Barsha - His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai,… ... Read More
Management Practices for Safer Roads App launched - With the aim of contributing to advance road safety, the United Nations Institute for Training And Research (UNITAR) developed the… ... Read More
Dr. Bill Sowell leading Intertraffic Webinar 25 August 2020 - Dr. Bill Sowell, Senior Vice Chairman of the IRF and President of Argonaut International Consulting, Inc. will lead a list… ... Read More
Professorship to expand ASU pavement engineering research - IRF Member FORTA partners with Arizona State University to jointly advance stronger pavement materials that make roadways safer and more… ... Read More
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