14th REAAA Business Forum, Taipei, Taiwan

Theme : Smart, Sustainable and Resilient Roads with Future Engineer Leadership

The 14th REAAA Business Forum was held in April 2026 at the Taipei International Convention Center (TICC) in Taipei, Taiwan. Co-hosted by the Road Engineering Association of Asia and Australasia (REAAA) and the China Road Federation (CRF), this forum focused on the theme: “Smart, Sustainable and Resilient Roads with Future Engineer Leadership”.

Against the backdrop of escalating climate impacts, rapid digital transformation, and the urgent need for net-zero emissions, the forum highlighted autonomous driving technologies, data-driven disaster risk governance, and circular economy innovations as key drivers for building future-proof road infrastructure. The forum brought together policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders from REAAA member countries to explore how smart technologies and sustainable practices can enhance resilience and transform approaches to infrastructure development.

Key Highlights:

Data-Driven Transportation & AI Validation: Exploration of Taiwan’s strategies for utilizing data to enable safer, smarter roads, alongside advanced AI design and validation methodologies for the transition toward vehicle autonomy.
Open-Source Autonomous Integration: Integration of scalable, open-source autonomous driving software platforms to accelerate public transport transformation and address driver shortages across global networks.
Smart Disaster Risk Governance: Application of end-to-end early warning systems, information intelligence, and science-driven emergency management to protect road infrastructure from cascading natural disasters such as typhoons and earthquakes.
Low-Carbon Pavement & Circular Economy: Development of innovative cold-mix paving materials utilizing 100% Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) and crumb rubber, achieving net-zero emissions in road construction without relying on hot-mix processes.
Smart Asset Management & Resilience: Advancement of asset management initiatives designed specifically to reduce the carbon footprint of transport networks while increasing their ability to withstand extreme environmental conditions.
People-Centric Mobility & Future Engineering: Focus on human-centered transport planning and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in equipping the next generation of engineers for future infrastructure challenges.

The forum featured distinguished speakers, panelists, and moderators from REAAA member countries such as Taiwan, Japan, Singapore, and international committees, who shared real-world smart applications and case studies in the road and transport sector.

Business Forum Future Outlook

The REAAA Business Forum continues to serve as a vital platform for collaboration between the public and private sectors in advancing road engineering innovation. Future forums will aim to:

Foster the adoption of smart, zero-carbon, and resilient technologies in infrastructure development across the Asia-Pacific region.
Encourage cross-border collaboration and knowledge sharing on digital construction practices and disaster risk reduction.
Support capacity building through sponsorships, fellowships, and the inclusion of speakers from developing member countries.
Promote sustainable, data-driven infrastructure management and circular economy practices aligned with emerging global net-zero standards.

We welcome continued initiatives that drive innovation, collaboration, and sustainable transformation in road engineering throughout the REAAA community.

Key Participants & Speakers

The forum featured a distinguished panel of nine expert speakers from various countries, representing leading government agencies, research institutions, and private sector organizations. Each shared unique insights and real-world applications of smart and sustainable technologies in road engineering:

Henry Meng (Institute for Information Industry, Taiwan) – Data-Driven Transportation: Enabling Safer and Smarter Roads in Taiwan
Jerry Wang (The Automotive Research & Testing Center, Taiwan) – The Road to Autonomy – Integrating AI Design and Advanced Validation
Johnny Wang (TIER IV, Japan) – Open Source, Real Impact: The Blueprint for Autonomous Social Integration
Wei-Sen Li (National Science and Technology Center for Disaster Reduction, Taiwan) – Sustainable Resilience: Advancing Smart Disaster Risk Governance
Tony Tang (King Ho Tai International Co., Ltd., China) – Low-Carbon Pavement Materials and Applications in Circular Economy
Geoff Webb (REAAA Asset Management Committee) – Smart Asset Management Initiatives to Reduce the Carbon Footprint and Increase Resilience
Jing Shan LEW (Land Transport Authority, Singapore) – People-centric Transport Planning, Design, and Management in Singapore
Eugene Shen (Moh and Associates, INC., Taiwan) – Latest AI Developments for the Public Sector
Moh and Associates, INC. (Taiwan) – Future Engineer

Rundown

REAAA Business Forum is designed to facilitate road sector business to business collaboration. The objectives are to create business to business collaborations in road engineering projects or related sectors and to enhance membership from business persons, institutions or companies.

Time	Topic	Speaker
09:00—09:30	Arrival & Registration (30 min)
09:30—09:35	Opening Ceremony
09:35—09:40	Opening Remarks I	Chen Wen-Juei President of CRF
09:40—09:45	Opening Remarks II	Richard Moh President of REAAA
09:45—09:50	Opening Remarks III	MOTC (To Be Confirmed)
09:50—10:00	Group Photo（10 min）
10:00—10:05	Remarks by Business Forum Coordinator	Lydwina Marchiela Wardhani
10:05—10:10	Session 1: Digital Technology Moderator: Dr. Ya-Wen Chen Chief Executive Officer, Advanced Transportation Research Center, University of Taipei
10:10—10:30	Data-Driven Transportation: Enabling Safer and Smarter Roads in Taiwan	Henry Meng Director General, Software Technology Institute, Institute for Information Industry (III)
10:30—10:50	The Road to Autonomy – Integrating AI Design and Advanced Validation	Jerry Wang Chairman, The Automotive Research & Testing Center (ARTC)
10:50—11:10	Open Source, Real Impact: The Blueprint for Autonomous Social Integration	Johnny Wang General Manager, TIER IV
11:10—11:20	Q&A (10 min)
11:20—13:00	Lunch Break & Networking
13:00—13:05	Session 2: Resilient Sustainability & Net Zero Moderator: Prof. Jia-Ruey Chang Professor of Department of Civil Engineering, National Ilan University (NIU)
13:05—13:25	Sustainable Resilience: Advancing Smart Disaster Risk Governance	Wei-Sen Li Secretary General, National Science and Technology Center for Disaster Reduction (NCDR)
13:25—13:45	Low-Carbon Pavement Materials and Applications in Circular Economy	Tony Tang Chairman, King Ho Tai International Co., Ltd.
13:45—14:05	Smart Asset Management Initiatives to Reduce the Carbon Footprint and Increase Resilience	Geoff Webb Deputy Chair, REAAA Asset Management Committee
14:05—14:15	Q&A (10 min)
14:15—14:25	Break (10 min)
14:25—14:30	Session 3: People-oriented Mobility & Future Engineers Moderator: Prof. Albert Y. Chen Professor of Civil Engineering, National Taiwan University (NTU)
14:30—14:50	People-centric Transport Planning, Design, and Management in Singapore	Jing Shan LEW Land Transport Authority (LTA)
14:50—15:05	Latest AI Developments for the Public Sector	Eugene Shen AI & Digitalization Superintendent, Moh and associates, INC.
15:05—15:20	Future Engineer	Moh and Associates, Inc.
15:20—15:30	Q&A (10 min)
15:30—15:40	Closing Remarks (10 min)

Conclusion:
Ultimately, the 14th edition of the forum highlighted REAAA’s ongoing dedication to driving technological advancement and cross-border partnerships within the road engineering sector. The discussions underscored a regional shift towards smart, decarbonized, and disaster-resilient transport networks, opening new doors for business ventures. Attendees left the venue equipped with actionable knowledge and fresh networks, poised to accelerate the transition toward next-generation road systems throughout the Asia-Pacific.As the coordinator of the REAAA Business Forum, we remain dedicated to championing the infrastructure sector, with a strong emphasis on cultivating robust business-to-business networks across REAAA’s member nations.

WELCOME SPEECH REAAA BUSINESS FORUM COORDINATOR

LYDWINA MARCHIELA WARDHANI

(Persented by Mr. Johan Arifin, President Director of PT Adhi Persada Beton)

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Nǐ hǎo

Good Day distinguished guests, esteemed speakers, and our moderator.

Welcome

It is my great honour to welcome you to the 14th REAAA Business Forum, hosted today in Taepei, Taiwan. In this vibrant city, we are privileged to gather in person, uniting leading professionals, institutions, and companies from across Asia and Australasia. Our purpose is to strengthen the bonds of technical and commercial collaboration, and to collectively harness the transformative power of innovation for our road infrastructure community.

Your presence here is a testament to your commitment to progress. It is this shared dedication that makes the REAAA Business Forum a cornerstone event— a unique platform designed to foster business-to-business collaboration, connect key stakeholders, and explore new opportunities for partnership and growth in the road sector.

Since its establishment in 2014 as a platform for advancing road engineering across Asia and Australasia, the REAAA Business Forum has seen a distinguished history of gatherings: the 1st and 2nd Forums in Bali and Sydney; the 3rd in Tokyo; the 4th in Bali; the 5th in Manila; the 6th in Kuala Lumpur; the 7th in Taipei; the 8th in Manila; the 9th in Seoul following a pandemic pause; the 10th in Labuan Bajo examining Industry 4.0 for REAAA’s 50th anniversary; and the 11th in Bangkok. Building on this legacy, the 12th REAAA Business Forum focused on Innovations in Asphalt Materials and Mixes; the 13th in Goyang exploring AI Applications.

The 14th REAAA Business Forum is designed with a clear objective: to facilitate meaningful exchange among experts, foster collaboration, and translate advanced knowledge into implementable solutions for the infrastructure challenges across our region. More than just a technical meeting, this forum provides a dedicated space for business-to-business engagement, where insights will be shared through focused presentations, expert-led discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions committed to forging the future of our infrastructure.

With the theme “Smart, Sustainable and Resilient Roads with Future Engineer Leadership,” our discussions could not be timelier. As the demand for future-ready infrastructure continues to grow, the integration of smart technologies, sustainability, and resilience has become a key driver of innovation. Governments and industries worldwide are striving to leverage these advancements to enhance operational efficiency, reduce carbon footprints, and fundamentally transform how we plan, build, and maintain our road networks. This forum aims to share application cases and best practices, providing vital benchmarking opportunities for both the public and private sectors.

Today, we will delve into a comprehensive agenda divided into three sessions. We will explore Digital Technology, covering data-driven transportation, AI integration, and autonomous systems. We will then examine Resilient Sustainability and Net Zero, discussing sustainable resilience, low-carbon pavement materials, and smart aset management initiatives.

Finally, our discussions will highlight People-oriented Mobility and Future Engineers, highlighting people-centric planning and the critical role of next-generation leadership. We will also address the latest AI developments for the public sector, and the role of future engineers in advancing these solutions.

We are truly honoured to be joined today by speakers representing REAAA member countries, each bringing a wealth of specialized expertise in digital technology, disaster risk governance, low-carbon materials, asset management, and people-centric transport planning. Their contributions will undoubtedly enrich our understanding and inspire forwardlooking, actionable strategies for our respective organizations and countries.

Before we begin, I would like to extend a special thanks to President of CRF and President of REAAA. I would also like to express our profound gratitude to our hosts, China Road Federation.

We anticipate a day filled with profound insights and dynamic engagement. Let us make the most of this opportunity to learn, connect, and collaborate. Thank you once again for being an integral part of this forwardlooking forum.

Duōxiè

Profile

Lydwina Marchiela Wardhani Honorary

REAAA Business Forum Coordinator

Ms. Lydwina Marchiela Wardhani (Ms. Nonon) is a distinguished Indonesian infrastructure and investment professional. She began her career at Mott Mac Donald, rising to Business Director, before serving as Infrastructure Director at PT Jababeka Tbk. Deeply engaged in industry associations, she has been an active member of IRDA since 2003 and a pivotal leader in REAAA since 2009, currently serving as Honorary Treasurer General and Business Forum Coordinator.

In 2020, she founded PT Karunia Adhi Pradana, a specialized infrastructure advisory firm, and later established a joint venture with Malaysia’s Minconsult in 2023. Additionally, she advises ASDP Indonesia Ferry on the Bakauheni Harbor City development.

Most recently, in November 2024, she was appointed Chairman of Standing Committee II for Regional Infrastructure Development at KADIN Indonesia (2024-2029). Throughout her multifaceted career, Ms. Nonon has consistently championed innovative infrastructure development, public-private collaboration, and sustainable regional growth to support Indonesia’s vision for 2045.