UITP Latin America Forum (Buenos Aires, 16-19 Nov 2026): dates and guide

UITP's Latin America Forum takes place from 16 to 19 November 2026 at the Usina del Arte arts centre in La Boca, Buenos Aires. The International Association of Public Transport is organising it with two local hosts: the Buenos Aires city government and Subte, the city's underground.

Key facts

• Dates: 16-19 November 2026; the public conference day is Wednesday 18 November.
• Venue: Usina del Arte, Agustín Caffarena 1, C1157 La Boca, Buenos Aires.
• Organiser: UITP, hosted by the City of Buenos Aires and Subte.
• Language: Spanish.
• Expected attendance: over 300 delegates from more than 15 countries.

What's on the programme

Most of the week is given over to UITP technical committee meetings and working groups, largely for members. The open conference on 18 November is built around five sessions: what public transport brings to quality of life, how to fund it, the energy transition, metro expansion and modernisation, and finally ticketing, AI and customer experience.

Confirmed speakers include Jorge Macri, Head of Government of Buenos Aires; Pablo Bereciartua, the city's Minister of Mobility and Infrastructure; Felipe Bravo Busta, General Manager of Metro de Santiago; Javier Ibáñez, President of Subterráneos de Buenos Aires; and Marcio Magalhães Hannas, President of UITP's Latin America Division. Speakers from UN-Habitat, the World Bank Group and CAF are also listed, and more are to be announced. The IADB, CAF, the World Bank and UCCI are collaborating institutions.

Site visits and social programme

Delegates can choose between a metro visit, taking in the Subte operations centre, its museum and the Parque Patricios depot with rides on Lines A and H, and a bus visit covering Trambus, the mobility management centre, Metropol and electric buses. A welcome reception opens the week and a closing cocktail is held at the Galileo Galilei Planetarium.

Why attend

This is UITP's flagship regional meeting at a time when several Latin American capitals are extending or upgrading their metros. The Subte visits give rare behind-the-scenes access to one of the oldest underground networks in the region. TrainsNews rates it highly for operations and public transport professionals, and of more limited interest for rolling stock and infrastructure specialists.

Fees and registration

All activities are free for UITP members. Non-members pay €100, which covers the 18 November conference only. Registration is online via the official page while places last.

Frequently asked questions

When is the UITP Latin America Forum 2026?

From 16 to 19 November 2026, with the public conference on 18 November.

Where does it take place?

At the Usina del Arte in La Boca, Buenos Aires.

How much does it cost?

Free for UITP members; €100 for non-members, covering the 18 November conference.

What language is used?

Spanish.

Published on 26 October 2026. Dates verified on the official website: uitp.org. Spotted an error? Report it.

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