Efficient transportation systems are the backbone of any successful economy. Unfortunately, climate change now poses serious threats to transport infrastructure. Roads, railways, airports, and ports in many countries are already experiencing the consequences of extreme weather events—such as major storms, heavy rains, heat waves, and rising sea levels—which, according to climate experts, are expected to become more frequent and severe in the future. In recent years, these phenomena have caused significant damage to transportation infrastructure, in addition to physical harm and service disruptions for citizens.

Authorities have become increasingly aware that adapting infrastructure to climate change is now a top priority. As a result, they are accelerating the development of national, regional, and local adaptation plans aimed at protecting transport networks from the devastating consequences of climate change. Experiences from some developed countries have shown that safeguarding transportation facilities can greatly benefit from modern technological and digital innovations, advanced materials, smart monitoring systems, and established sustainable practices that may contribute to creating safe and climate-resilient transport networks.

Like many developing countries, Algeria is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Its transportation infrastructure faces serious threats and requires urgent action for its protection.

This international conference, in its first edition, aims to bring together engineers, transport specialists, policymakers, researchers, and academics from various countries. The goal is to engage discussion and exchange information, research findings, and experiences. This collaboration will help establish a common understanding of transport infrastructure resilience and to compile a comprehensive overview of international practices for adapting transport networks to the challenges posed by climate change.