2026 Texas Innovation Invitational
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2026 Texas Innovation Invitational

2026 Texas Innovation Invitational on June 15-17, 2026 in Allen, Texas

Driving transportation innovation

The 2026 Texas Innovation Invitational showcased the latest breakthrough technologies shaping the next era of mobility. Texas strengthened its position as a national leader in infrastructure innovation, presenting forward‑looking solutions designed to address the state’s transportation challenges.

From June 15–17, the City of Allen hosted public officials, technology experts, planners, and agency leaders for an immersive three‑day event presented by the Texas Innovation Alliance (TIA) and TxDOT. Through interactive sessions, panel discussions, project pitches, a technology showcase, and poster session, attendees examined cutting‑edge solutions and collaborated to advance safety and mobility across Texas.

Event highlights

Technology showcase

Exhibitors showcased the latest innovations across a range of sectors, including AI-powered solutions, unmanned aircraft systems, and advanced technologies.

Expert panels and breakout sessions

The event included panel discussions and interactive breakout sessions with experts in transportation innovation from TxDOT, universities, private industry and public-sector organizations.

Poster session

TxDOT innovators displayed posters featuring their proven, real‑world solutions that deliver safer roads, smarter mobility, and greater efficiency for Texas travelers.

Innovation awards

TIA Industry Innovator of the Year Award

The Texas Innovation Alliance recognized an industry innovator for outstanding transportation-related work alongside a state agency or local government.

TxDOT Innovator of the Year Award

TxDOT staff recognized a fellow employee who turned their ideas into solutions and implemented innovative projects at TxDOT.

2026 STAR Awards

Local government teams pitch regional mobility solutions in a competition for the Smart Transportation and Advanced Roadway (STAR) Award.