The ITS Info-communications Forum continues to contribute to the realization of world's most safe, environment - friendly and economical road traffic society by utilizing Information and Communication Technologies.
Toppage > About Forum > Brief Introduction Brief Introduction Objectives (1) To promote the R&D and standardization of communications technologies that are the key to the successful introduction of ITS. (2) To provide a forum that encourages and promotes the exchange of R&D and standardization information regarding ITS among related organizations. (3) To promote the smooth development of all aspects of ITS. Main Activities (1) Conduct investigations and studies regarding R&D and standardization of communications systems for ITS. (2) Liaise and coordinate with organizations related to and/or involved in the development of communications systems for ITS. (3) Increase the understanding of ITS among the general public. Membership (Nearly 100 members) Industrial: Automobile manufacturers, Telecommunications equipment manufacturers, Telecommunications carriers, Broadcasting companies, Etc. Governmental Agencies: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications; National Police Agency; Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry; Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Board of directors Chairman Keiji YAMAMOTO (Senior Fellow, TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION) Vice-chairman Hideki IMAI (Professor Emeritus University of Tokyo) Auditor Hirokazu SANO (Director, Regulatory Development Office Spectrum Policy Management Office, Regulatory Division, SoftBank Corp.) Secretariat ARIB (Association of Radio Industries and Businesses)