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Why Global Collaboration Matters More Than Ever for the Future of Mobility
Mark Chung International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association
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Partnership has always been essential to progress in transportation, but in today's rapidly evolving mobility landscape, it has never been more important. The challenges we face—from infrastructure investment and road safety to emerging technologies, resilience, and customer expectations—are increasingly global in nature and require shared solutions.

That message was reinforced during ASECAP Days in Bratislava, the annual gathering of the European toll road, motorway, tunnel, and bridge operator community. While the discussions reflected regional perspectives and priorities, the underlying themes were strikingly familiar. Around the world, transportation leaders are working toward many of the same goals: improving safety, enhancing mobility, delivering better customer experiences, and ensuring sustainable investment for the future.

As a global association, IBTTA is committed to fostering these connections and creating opportunities for collaboration across borders. When we share knowledge, challenge assumptions, and learn from one another's experiences, we strengthen our industry and accelerate innovation.

This article from ITS International explores why global collaboration matters more than ever and the important role partnerships will play in shaping the future of mobility.

Read the full article on ITS International

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About Mark Chung International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association
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Mark Chung brings more than 20 years of leadership across the transportation, mobility, and automotive sectors.

Prior to joining IBTTA, he served as executive vice president of safety leadership and advocacy at the National Safety Council (NSC), following several years in other senior roles at the organization. He first joined NSC in 2020 as vice president of the Roadway Practice after more than two decades in the industry. In these roles, he oversaw NSC’s advocacy portfolio across roadway and workplace safety, as well as its government affairs and research functions.

In December 2023, he was appointed to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Transforming Transportation Advisory Committee, contributing to efforts to advance a transformative and safe national transportation framework. In July 2025, he was named an advisory board member at the University of North Carolina’s Highway Safety Research Center.

Before joining NSC, Mark served as chief marketing officer and general manager of global business at SAE International. He previously held leadership roles including vice president of corporate strategy for Cooper Tire & Rubber Company; global marketing director for Cummins Inc.; director of corporate strategy for Yokohama Tire Corp.; and marketing manager for Ford Motor Company.

Mark earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Southern California and an MBA from Indiana University. A lifelong motorsports fan, he has visited more than 30 race circuits across three continents. He resides with his family in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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