TRISTAN XIII

Triennial Symposium on Transportation Analysis

Late May / Early June 2028

Porto de Galinhas, Pernambuco, Brazil

About TRISTAN XIII

The Triennial Symposium on Transportation Analysis (TRISTAN) is an international scientific conference that provides a forum for the presentation of innovative models, methodologies, and applications in Transportation Science, mainly Operations Research-based (including analytics and simulation).

A complementary objective of TRISTAN is to provide an agora for high-spirited and broad exchange of ideas, reflections, and discussions on the topics and areas of interest and, thus, to foster scientific and social networking and international cooperation.

The scope of TRISTAN is wide, covering both people and freight transportation and logistics, by all modes, at all geographical extensions and planning-operation levels. The TRISTAN conferences aim to gather top research scientists from universities and research institutes from all over the world along with scientific participants from the private sectors and public agencies, as well as graduate students.

The first TRISTAN was held in 1991 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The 2028 edition will take place in the beautiful coastal destination of Porto de Galinhas, Brazil, in late May or early June 2028. This location offers the perfect blend of world-class conference facilities and the natural beauty of one of Brazil's most stunning beaches. Specific dates and venue details will be announced soon.

Conference Topics & Scope

Topics of Interest include:

Logistics & Freight Transport

Urban logistics, operative models, and applications • Road and rail freight, maritime transport and ports, air freight and airports • Freight related decision-making process • Delivery times, frequency of deliveries, and mode choice • Freight behavior modeling using innovative data sources • Freight policies and regulation

Traffic Flow Models, Network Assignment & Transport Network Economics

Dynamic transportation models (micro and macroscopic level) • Network modeling, network equilibrium • Vehicle routing • Traffic management and coordinated systems • Incident management and control • Advanced vehicle control and safety systems

Operations Research Applications

Continuous and discrete optimization • Decision analysis, decision support systems • Heuristics and metaheuristics • Game theoretical formulations

Humanitarian Logistics & Disaster Management

Emergency response • Disaster relief operations • Humanitarian supply chains • Crisis management • Resilient transportation systems

Automated Vehicles & Platooning

Autonomous vehicles • Connected vehicles • Vehicle platooning • Cooperative driving systems • Intelligent vehicle technologies

Travel Demand & Behavior Modeling

Human behavior and acceptance • Population synthesis • Travel pattern estimation

ITS & Advanced Technologies

Autonomous and connected vehicles • Traveler information systems, MaaS, shared mobility • New mobility services and active mobility • Advanced urban traffic control with connected technologies • C-ITS applications in traffic and transport management • Big data analytics and validation • Smart cities and transportation

Intermodal Transport & Management

Multimodal systems modeling and management, minimization of externalities • Network estimation and control using V2X communication • Green, advanced and automated public transport Systems • Rail transport systems • Airport and air transport operations • Port and maritime operations • Micromobility modeling and management

Important Dates

Abstract Submission Starts
August 2nd, 2027

Start of abstract submission

Abstract Submission Deadline
October 17th, 2027

Deadline to submit your research abstracts for consideration

Notification of Acceptance
January 16th, 2028

Authors will be notified of acceptance status

Final Abstract Submission
February 13th, 2028

Submit your final paper for conference proceedings

Early Bird Registration
TBA

Register early for discounted rates

Conference Dates
Late May / Early June 2028 (Exact dates TBA)

Five-day conference featuring technical sessions, plenary talks, and social events

Venue Information

Conference Location

Porto de Galinhas, Pernambuco, Brazil

Porto de Galinhas is a stunning beach destination known for its natural beauty, crystal-clear waters, and warm hospitality. This picturesque location provides an ideal setting for the conference, combining a professional environment with opportunities to experience Brazil's vibrant culture and natural wonders.

What to Expect:

Modern Facilities

Conference venue with state-of-the-art equipment and multiple rooms

Beautiful Beach

Award-winning beaches with natural pools and warm weather year-round

Easy Access

Just 60 km from Recife International Airport (REC)

Networking Opportunities

Spaces designed for collaboration and social exchange

Conference Committee

TRISTAN XIII is organized by a committee of researchers from five Brazilian universities.

Rafael Martinelli
Rafael Martinelli
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio)
Luciano Costa
Luciano Costa
Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB)
Anand Subramanian
Anand Subramanian
Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB)
Bruno Bruck
Bruno Bruck
Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB)
Raphael Kramer
Raphael Kramer
Federal University of Pernambuco (UFPE)
Pedro Munari
Pedro Munari
Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar) / Mercado Livre
Eduardo Uchoa
Eduardo Uchoa
Fluminense Federal University (UFF)

Organizing Institutions

TRISTAN XIII is organized by five Brazilian universities.

TRISTAN Conference History

The Triennial Symposium on Transportation Analysis (TRISTAN) has been bringing together the global transportation research community since 1991, with each edition hosted in inspiring locations around the world.

TRISTAN XII

June 22-27, 2025

Okinawa, Japan
TRISTAN XI

June 19-26, 2022

Mauritius
TRISTAN X

June 12-21, 2019

Hamilton Island, Australia

View all past editions General webpage