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The Main Event

Where does The Autonomous Main Event take place?

The Autonomous Main Event will be held at Vienna’s Hofburg Imperial Palace as well as via our virtual event platform.

How do I get to the Hofburg Imperial Palace?

The Hofburg lies at the centre of Vienna and can best be reached by underground or other public transport. You can either reach it via underground U2 (purple line) “Volksgarten” or U3 (orange line) “Volksgarten” or via tram to “Burgring” with line D, 1, 2 or 72. From there, it is only a short walk to the Hofburg Palace. The entrance door to The Autonomous Main Event is “Schweizerhof”.

Will there be filming and photographers in the event area?

Photographs will be taken and film recordings will be made during the event. Keynote speeches will be streamed live. By buying a ticket and entering the premises where the event will be held, the participant agrees to the publication of digital media without fee or payment and without a requirement for the participant’s express agreement. If the participant does not agree with any such publication of images or video material, he or she is kindly requested to inform The Autonomous Team in advance by writing to event@the-autonomous.com.

Can I display or hang any promotional materials at The Autonomous Main Event?

As a general rule, The Autonomous does not allow any product promotion. This conference serves as a platform to unite the autonomous mobility ecosystem, fostering discussions and consensus on crucial safety topics. Our focus extends to developing reference solutions from perspectives such as Architecture, Security, AI, and Regulation.

Whom can I contact if I have technical problems while booking my ticket?

For any technical problems while booking tickets, please write to event@the-autonomous.com.

I am interested in partnering with the event organizers as a company, whom do I contact?

If your company is interested in taking part in the event, please contact The Autonomous Project and Event Manager, Eloise Morel (contact@the-autonomous.com).

I want to attend The Autonomous Main Event as a media representative, whom do I contact?

If you are a media representative, a blogger, or something similar, please contact our Marketing Manager, Iulia Juchert (contact@the-autonomous.com).

Where can I stay in Vienna if I want to attend The Autonomous Main Event in person?

We have compiled a list of hotels for you. Please find it here.

What are some of the best dining options near The Autonomous Main Event location? 

We have compiled a list of the best restaurants within a 15-minute walking distance from Hofburg Palace. Please find it here: 

  • Figlmüller – Famous for its Wiener Schnitzel, a must-try for traditional Austrian cuisine! Website and directions: Figlmüller 
  • Plachutta Wollzeile – Renowned for its Tafelspitz, another traditional Austrian dish. Website and directions: Plachutta 
  • Palmenhaus – Located in Burggarten, Palmenhaus offers Austrian and European cuisine in a beautiful setting. Website and directions: Palmenhaus  
  • Glacis Beisl – This restaurant offers a delightful mix of modern and traditional Viennese cuisine, along with a beautiful garden setting. Website and directions: Glacis Beisl
  • L’osteria Wien Bräunerstraße – Italian cuisine: perfect for enjoying fresh pasta, pizza, and more! Website and directions: L’osteria Wien Bräunerstraße
  • Amerlingbeisl – Cozy spot in Vienna’s 7th district, offering a delightful mix of traditional and modern dishes in a courtyard. Website and directions: Amerlingbeisl

Is there parking available at The Autonomous Main Event? 

While we do not have on-site parking, convenient underground parking options are just around the corner. Find the nearest one here: MuseumsQuartier – Garage.  

Is The Autonomous Main Event venue accessible for people with disabilities?   

Yes, the venue is accessible for people with disabilities.  

What kind of justification do I need to share to get a student discount?  

You can email a picture of your student ID card to event@autonomous.com, or provide any official document issued by the university indicating your enrollment.  

How can I access The Autonomous Main Event virtually? 

Please be informed that Day 2 of the event (September 18, 2025) will be livestreamed on our Event app. Access to the event app will be provided to all ticket holders a few weeks prior to the event. The livestream will start on the event app at 9:00 AM CET on September 18, 2025. If you have any login issues, please contact event@autonomous.com for assistance. 

I have an onsite ticket. Can I also access the virtual streaming? 

As an onsite ticket holder, you will also have access to our virtual event. The event will be livestreamed on our Event app, and we will share access details with all ticket holders a few weeks before the event. The livestream starts at 9:00 AM CET on September 18, 2025 (Day 2). For login issues, email event@autonomous.com. 

Are the tickets for The Autonomous Main Event transferable?

Yes, you can change your order details by accessing your personal order page in the confirmation email you received when booking the conference ticket. If you encounter any problems, please contact us at event@the-autonomous.com. However, please be aware that only people with valid tickets and their names on the ticket can enter the event.

How can I change my ticket from in-person to online participation or vice-versa?

If you want to exchange your on-site conference pass for an online conference pass, please contact us via event@the-autonomous.com, and we will take care of it.

If the event is canceled, will I get a refund for my booking?

In case the event is canceled, you can either opt for a voucher for next year’s The Autonomous Main Event or receive a full refund.

Do you offer exhibition space? 

Unfortunately, we do not provide any exhibition space. This conference serves as a platform to unite the autonomous mobility ecosystem, fostering discussions and consensus on crucial safety topics. Our focus extends to developing reference solutions from perspectives such as Architecture, Security, AI, and Regulation. 

Is there a dress code for the event? 

Yes, the dress code for The Autonomous Main Event is business casual.  

  • Men: A suit without a tie is perfectly acceptable. You can also wear shirts, blazers, and jeans. 
  • Women: Business attire such as blouses, skirts, dresses, or dress pants is appropriate. 

Working Groups

What is the expected outcome of the Working Group “Safety & Architecture”? 

The output of the working groups will consist of technical documents that can will include recommendations, best practices, guidelines, reference solutions and specifications. 

Will there be other working groups and what will they be about? 

Yes, we are planning more working groups in addition to the Working Group “Safety and Architecture”. These working groups will focus on The Autonomous core topics: Safety & Security, Safety & AI, Safety and Regulation, Safety and Data Fusion. Together with industry partners, we will identify common challenges in these topic areas and kick off new working groups together with selected companies.  

How does The Autonomous initiative position itself in relation with industry standards?

Our goal is to be complementary to standards, therefore tackling the same technical topics is beneficial, as we are more likely to find a common interest and speed up the launch of safe autonomous vehicles. One example of how we envision our cooperation with standards is that while standards provide the requirements of what a system needs to meet in order to be safe, they rarely give example of detailed references on how a system that meets those requirements could look like. We strongly believe The Autonomous Working Groups can fill this gap by developing reference solutions that comply to relevant standards and can be mentioned in the said relevant standards as examples.  

Is the membership valid for a single working group participation?

The Autonomous members will have the possibility to be active in multiple Working Groups with a single membership fee. To do so, they are required to provide a representative that can contribute with know-how and be active for each Working Group. Furthermore, each Working Group requires a signed IP Policy document to ensure IP is protected within the Working Group Members.  

Do I need to be part of a company / research institution to be able to participate in The Autonomous Working Groups? 

Yes, our current membership contracts are always set up with the organization you are part of. 

What is the expected financial commitment required for participation? 

To become a member of The Autonomous Working Groups, every company is expected to contribute a certain membership fee depending on the size of the organization and selected membership package. Please check the overview of our membership pricing here.   

What is the initial term of the agreement for participating in the Working Group(s)? 

The agreement is automatically renewed on a yearly basis, unless the agreement is canceled by one of the parties.  

Will the Working Group reports be accessible for everyone or only to The Autonomous members? 

The Autonomous Working Group will publish reports on a regular basis, summarizing the discussions and potential findings of the experts. You can find here the final report of The Autonomous Working Group Safety & Architecture.