The International Transport Forum (ITF) has announced the postponement of the ITF 2020 Summit, which was earlier scheduled to take place from May 27 to May 29, 2020.
ITF 2020 Summit postponed
The world’s renowned transport policy event, ITF 2020 Summit, was slated to take place in Leipzig, Germany
The world’s renowned transport policy event, ITF 2020 Summit, was slated to take place in Leipzig, Germany, under the theme of ‘Transport Innovation for Sustainable Development’.
The decision for postponement of the event was taken after careful consideration and in close consultation with ITF member countries, under the leadership of Ireland, the ITF 2020 Presidency, and Germany, the host country of the ITF 2020 Summit.
Alternative event dates to be announced
Congress Center Leipzig as the event organiser was also involved closely throughout the decision process. Concrete alternative dates are under active consideration and a new date will be announced at the earliest possible time.
“To my immense regret, the COVID-19 pandemic is now compelling the ITF to postpone the 2020 Summit”, said ITF Secretary General, Young Tae Kim in a statement published on March 30, 2020.
Protecting health and safety of attendees
ITF Secretary General, Young Tae Kim adds, “As a global transport organisation, we understand the shared responsibility for containing the spread of COVID-19. Limiting travel and avoiding physical proximity saves lives. Our primary concern must be to protect the health, safety and well-being of all of those who attend and support the ITF Summit.”
