International Baltic Road Conference 2025
31st International Baltic Road Conference 2025 (IBRC 2025) ROAD TO THE FUTURE, is scheduled to take place on September 3-4 this year at the LITEXPO Congress and Exhibition Center in Vilnius. It is an exclusive quadrennial event in one of the Baltic States, bringing together decision makers, innovators, and road infrastructure and transport professionals from across the Baltic region and neighbouring European countries. The conference is organized by Baltic Roads Association (BRA).
"Future Smart cities"
"Future Smart cities"
Alexander Ståhle is an urban researcher and urban planner with a focus on sustainability. He is one of the Scandinavia's most used lecturers in urban development, construction and traffic. Alexander has lectured in most Swedish and Norwegian urban municipalities, for the large construction companies and property owners, as well as at several large conferences on sustainable cities and property development. He is appreciated for his fun, easy-going and educational way of talking about how we can develop the cities of the future.
Alexander Ståhle is a PhD in urban planning at KTH and CEO of the architectural firm Spacescape. He is a trained landscape architect and received his doctorate with a thesis on densification and public green spaces. At KTH, he has researched how cities and urban plans create attractiveness, sustainability and justice. Alexander's heart issue is precisely sustainable urban development.
"Artificial Intelligence and Human Leadership: How to Foster Critical Thinking and Future Skills"
"Artificial Intelligence and Human Leadership: How to Foster Critical Thinking and Future Skills"
Christian Kromme is a futurist, disruptive technology expert, and author of the bestseller "Humanification: Go Digital, Stay Human." He explores the parallels between biology and technology, helping leaders navigate rapid change.
In 2002, he founded Artificial Industry, working with companies like Philips, Toyota, and Adidas. After selling his company in 2015, Christian now writes, speaks, and develops AI solutions through the SymbioSys platform.
"Road Transport : moving towards a new Operating System"
"Road Transport : moving towards a new Operating System"
Sustainable Development, Urban Mobility, and Project Management
- He was secretary-general of the International Transport Forum (ITF) at the OECD (2012-2017)
- He was Professor at the school of Engineering of the University of Lisboa (1992-2012), creating and leading its Transport Infrastructure, Policy and Systems research group
- He was referenced as one of the top 2% of worldwide scientists across all domains, based on the impact of publications (Stanford University, 2022)
- He was project coordinator of some 12 EC (DG7, DGMove) research projects
- He has worked as advisor to several Ministers of Public works and Mayors of large cities in Portugal, and been a consultant to the Presidents of RATP and SNCF in France
- He is Permanent Ambassador of the UITP
- Currently he is Chairman of the Board of TIS.pt, a Portuguese consultancy on Transport system, which he founded in 1992
"World 2.0: The Role of Business in the New Era"
"World 2.0: The Role of Business in the New Era"
Kjell gives an overview of the economic landscape and how to develop and optimize your business. With Ghandi-like charisma and a unique ability to predict the future, Kjell A. Nordström is one of the world’s most loved and sought-after lecturers. Dr. Nordström bases his observations and predictions on reliable research, the latest movements on the global market and his unparalleled experience and insight.
"Road Infrastructure and the Two sides of Climate change"
"Road Infrastructure and the Two sides of Climate change"
Justas Kažys, PhD (25/08/1977) was born and still resides in Vilnius. For working he combines teaching and researching in Institute of Geosciences, Vilnius University as associate professor. J. Kažys studded in Vilnius university and made PhD thesis on Road Meteorology (in 2006). From early career years he evolved high interest in applied climatology sciences and climate change adaptation and modelling. During recent years he focused on social climatology and analysis of climate change processes with respect to public communication, awareness rising and internet information in Baltic Sea Region. Also, he continues to explore and analyze the interdisciplinary social and natural aspects of climate change's impact on society and nature. From 2024 he is a chairman of “Climate System Studies” master program, among teaching subjects “Climate Change Management” and “Climate Change” course for bachelors.
“Future Competencies - Empowering Your strategy”
“Future Competencies - Empowering Your strategy”
Main areas of activity: strategic planning and management, setting and management of indicators and goals, process management and efficiency (LEAN practices), standardized competence management. This year, Lina is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the company's activities!
“Key Employer Branding Factors in the Road Engineering and Technology Sector”
“Key Employer Branding Factors in the Road Engineering and Technology Sector”
Matas Martinkėnas works with the search and recruitment of engineering positions and helps clients find the best technical sales professionals.
Matas is also responsible for talent sourcing strategies and the application of the latest recruitment methods across the entire People Link company.
Panel discussion - "The Economic Outlook for the Baltic Road Sector: How to Strengthen Financial Resilience?"
Panel discussion - "The Economic Outlook for the Baltic Road Sector: How to Strengthen Financial Resilience?"
Rasmus Kattai is an Estonian economist affiliated with Eesti Pank, the central bank of Estonia. He has actively participated in discussions and forums related to economic performance and related policies. As Head of the Economic Policy and Forecasting Division, he drives analysis and forecasting that shape national economic strategies.
