Alexandria, VA, December 22, 2025 — The International Road Federation (IRF Global)presented the 2025 IRF Global Road Achievement Awards (GRAA) during a gala evening held as part of the IRF Global Roads to Tomorrow (R2T) Conference on December 11, 2025, bringing together senior decision-makers and practitioners from across the international road and transport community.
The ceremony, hosted in Long Beach, California, recognized projects that are advancing progress in mobility through forward-thinking approaches, strong leadership, and measurable results. Honorees reflected a wide range of practices—from planning and delivery to technology and operations—demonstrating how road infrastructure continues to support economic growth, social development, and safer travel worldwide.
Patrick Sankey, President & CEO of IRF Global, said: “The road sector carries a unique responsibility in supporting economic development, social connectivity, and long-term resilience. The projects recognized through the 2025 Global Road Achievement Awards reflect a high level of discipline, foresight, and commitment to delivering infrastructure that serves both present and future needs.”
In total, 12 projects from different regions of the world were selected by an international panel of senior experts, following a comprehensive evaluation process. Together, they illustrate how collaboration, innovation, and long-term vision are shaping the next generation of road and transport systems.
Launched in 2000, the IRF Global Road Achievement Awards have now recognized over 250 initiatives, projects, and products worldwide. Widely regarded as a leading industry distinction, the program highlights both innovation and the people behind it, reinforcing the essential role of the transportation sector in everyday life.
By drawing attention to new technologies and inventive approaches, the Awards contribute to the exchange of ideas and encourage continued advancement across the industry. IRF Global remains committed to amplifying the visibility of awarded achievements through international outreach, industry publications, and the presentation of a crystal trophy at the IRF Annual Awards Dinner.
IRF Global congratulates all 2025 award recipients and thanks the teams and organizations whose work continues to strengthen mobility systems and support sustainable development around the world.
2025 IRF Global Road Achievement Award Winners
Asset Preservation & Maintenance Management
AI Powered Road Management— City of Markham in partnership with CITYROVER
Construction Methodology
Brisbane Metro — ACCIONA, Arup, and Brisbane City Council
Design
Huangmaohai Link — Guangdong Provincial Highway Construction Co., Ltd
Environmental Mitigation
Revolutionizing Asphalt: PCMA 110°C Low-Carbon Asphalt Solution — Hansoo Road Industry Co., Ltd
Program Management
Brisa Group: Simple, Safe, and Sustainable Mobility — Brisa Group
Project Finance & Economics
Ankara–Niğde Motorway Project — Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, Republic of Türkiye
Quality Management
Construction and Upgrading of Mesaimeer Road (P008-C3) – Sabah Al-Ahmad Corridor — Qatar Public Works Authority
Research
Research and Development of Low-Carbon Long-Life Asphalt Pavement Technology and Billion-cycle Verification of Actual Vehicle Loads — Research Institute of Highways, China Ministry of Transport
Safety
Traffic Incident Management Service (TIMS) — Dubai Roads & Transport Authority
Technology, Equipment & Manufacturing
Equipment and Applications for Autonomous Vehicle in the Loop Testing Based on Digital Twin — Chang’an University
Traffic Management & ITS
Port of Oakland Freight ITS (FITS) — Parsons Transportation Group
Urban Planning & Mobility
Integrating Cycle Track into Urban Design Project in Dubai — Dubai Roads & Transport Authority
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