2025 NASTO Annual Conference

The theme for NASTO 2025, Advancing Safety Through Innovation, reflects the collective commitment of transportation leaders to enhance roadway safety through cutting-edge solutions and forward-thinking strategies. As transportation agencies across the Northeast and beyond face evolving challenges—from increasing traffic volumes to integrating emerging technologies—this theme emphasizes the importance of innovation as a catalyst for creating safer roads and systems for all users.

The theme was chosen to address the urgent need for creative and impactful approaches to reduce roadway fatalities and injuries, protect vulnerable road users, and ensure the well-being of transportation workers and the traveling public. It acknowledges that while traditional safety measures remain critical, advancing safety requires embracing new tools, technologies, and collaborative practices.

By focusing on “Advancing Safety Through Innovation,” the conference aims to inspire attendees to think beyond conventional solutions, share best practices, and explore transformative ideas. From leveraging data-driven insights and automated systems to integrating smart infrastructure and fostering a culture of safety, the theme aligns with the ongoing mission to make transportation systems safer, more efficient, and more resilient for the future.