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MBTA, Keolis and Operation Lifesaver Partner with Communities to Raise Awareness of Rail Safety During National Rail Safety Week

Special Train Makes Stops Along Newburyport/ Rockport Line for Community Events September 25, 2023, Boston – The MBTA, Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) and Operation Lifesaver partnered with local first responders to raise awareness of rail safety during national Rail Safety Week. On Sunday, September 24, a special train with the Operation Lifesaver “See Tracks Think […]

Commuter Rail Track Repairs Complete in Leominster

Regular Service Returns Today September 19, 2023, Boston – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the operating partner for the MBTA Commuter Rail, today announced that repairs to the Commuter Rail tracks in Leominster will be complete in time for today’s evening commute. Regularly scheduled passenger service will resume on one track later this […]

Car-Free Sweepstakes Celebrates World Car-Free Day

Commuter Rail invites passengers to go “car-free carefree” for back-to-school Celebrates World Car-Free Day September 22   BOSTON – September 14, 2023 –The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, launched the “Car-Free Sweepstakes” to highlight how car-free is the carefree way to travel.  The sweepstakes is part of […]

Commuter Rail Announces Fall/Winter Schedule to take effect October 2nd

Extension of late-night service on weekdays and weekends Added service on Lowell, Fitchburg, Franklin, and Worcester Lines Added express service on Fitchburg Line Schedule adjusted in anticipation of fall/winter weather   Boston – September 11, 2023 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, today announced the new […]

Temporary Adjustments to MBTA Commuter Rail Worcester Line Schedule Begin July 10th

 BOSTON – Beginning on Monday, July 10, 2023, the Worcester Line of the MBTA Commuter Rail will operate on a temporarily modified weekday schedule that reduces the number of midday trains to allow work on multiple infrastructure improvements along the Worcester Line. By making these adjustments, construction can advance on the Natick Center Accessibility Improvements […]

Fairmount Line Ridership Reaches New All-Time High

Fairmount Ridership at 130% of pre-COVID levels in May 2023 Ridership across Commuter Rail above 80% of Pre-COVID levels in May 2023 On average more than 9 out of 10 trains arrived on-time for 7th consecutive month   BOSTON – June 2, 2023 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner […]

CapeFLYER Returns for 10th Summer This Memorial Day Weekend

Train Operates between Boston and Hyannis Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through Labor Day Special $10 Round-Trip Fares for the Month of June BOSTON – May 26, 2023 – The CapeFLYER train which operates between Boston and Cape Cod will return for its 10th summer this Memorial Day weekend. To celebrate 10 years of CapeFLYER, passengers […]

Popular Commuter Rail $10 Weekend Pass Expanded to Include Federal Holidays

$10 weekend passes accepted on all three days of federal holiday weekends Midweek Holidays are eligible for special $10 Holiday Pass    BOSTON – May 23, 2023 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, today announced a six-month pilot program which will expand the $10 Weekend Commuter […]

Commuter Rail Spring/Summer Schedule to Take Effect May 22nd  

Prioritizes On Time Performance Ridership continues to increase on Commuter Rail Flag Stops Converted to Regular Service Stops Popular $10 Weekend Pass Program Expanded     BOSTON – May 16, 2023 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, today announced the new 2023 Spring/Summer schedule which will […]

Weeknight Diversion on Commuter Rail from May 8 to June 1 between South Station and Braintree for Kingston, Middleborough, and Greenbush Lines

Diversions required to safely accommodate Red Line track work Diversion also announced for the weekends of May 13-14 and May 20-21   BOSTON – May 4, 2023 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services, the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, today announced that Commuter Rail service on the Kingston, Middleborough, and Greenbush lines will […]

Go Green With Purple Sweepstakes Celebrates Choosing to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Commuter Rail asks passengers why they “Go Green With Purple” BOSTON – April 17, 2023 –The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, launched the “Why Go Green with Purple Sweepstakes?” to highlight how small actions can have a dramatic impact on reducing your carbon footprint. The sweepstakes is […]

Minor Schedule Adjustments to Providence, Franklin Lines go into effect January 23, 2023

BOSTON – Beginning on Monday, January 23, 2023, the Providence and Franklin Lines of the MBTA Commuter Rail will operate on new schedules that makes minor adjustments designed to avoid delays related to train traffic and improve on time performance.  The Providence Line schedule has also been adjusted to accommodate service at the new Pawtucket […]

Updated Schedule Released for Fitchburg Line

“Ski Train” Returns for the Season, Offering Service to Wachusett Mountain Ski Area Planned Construction Completed on Fitchburg Line, reducing trip time for passengers   BOSTON – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, today announced an updated schedule for the Fitchburg Line beginning on Monday, December 12, […]

Commuter Rail Announces Fall/Winter Schedule to take effect October 17th  

Hourly Service returns to the Worcester Line Additional Service at Forest Hills and Oak Grove maintained As riders return, adjustments made to improve passenger experience Schedule adjusted in anticipation of fall/winter weather and slippery rail season  BOSTON – October 3, 2022 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter […]

Commuter Rail to Begin Operating Fare Gates at North Station on October 1st 

BOSTON – September 26, 2022 – As part of the MBTA’s fare transformation program, new electronic fare gates will begin operation on North Station’s concourse on Saturday October 1st 2022. At that point passengers will need a ticket to enter and exit the gated area at North Station. The Commuter Rail Fare gates program is […]

Commuter Rail Announces Service Changes as Orange Line Service Returns

Oak Grove Station to be added as a Zone 1A station Some additional service at Forest Hills to remain Regular fare collection for Zone 2, 1A and 1 to return  BOSTON – September 16, 2022 – Keolis and the MBTA today announced several changes to Commuter Rail operations as the Orange Line returns to service […]

Commuter Rail Preparing for Extreme Heat

Federal regulations require speed restrictions if a certain track temperature is reached. Passengers should be aware of potential delays BOSTON – July 22, 2022 – With extreme heat predicted for Massachusetts this weekend, Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are preparing for high track temperatures that may require speed restrictions causing delays and other service […]

Keolis Announces Return of CapeFLYER Train Service Between Boston and Hyannis

Beginning May 27, Cape Cod train service will resume for weekend trips through Labor Day BOSTON – May 18, 2022 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, today announced that the CapeFLYER will return starting Memorial Day weekend for its 10th summer of service between Boston’s South Station and Cape Cod. […]

MBTA Commuter Rail Spring/Summer Schedule to Take Effect May 23

Schedule changes include the return of “Heart to Hub” express trains on the Worcester Line BOSTON – May 10, 2022 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, today announced that the Spring/Summer 2022 Commuter Rail schedules will go into effect on Monday, May 23. Schedules are typically adjusted twice […]

Temporary Adjustments to MBTA Commuter Rail Worcester Line Schedule Begin May 2

BOSTON – Beginning on Monday, May 2, 2022, the Worcester Line of the MBTA Commuter Rail will operate on a temporarily modified weekday schedule that reduces the number of midday trains to allow work on multiple infrastructure improvements for the Line. By making these adjustments, construction can advance on the Worcester Station Improvement Project, on […]

Fare Gates Coming to North Station

Construction underway to install electronic fare gates on North Station concourse BOSTON – March 30, 2022 – As announced at last month’s MBTA Board of Directors meeting, new electronic fare gates will be installed and begin operation on North Station’s concourse this spring. This improvement is part of the Commuter Rail’s fare gate program that […]

Global Rail Leader Named CEO of Keolis Commuter Services

Abdellah Chajai brings wealth of experience, leadership, and vision to Boston BOSTON – December 14, 2021 – Keolis has selected transportation veteran Abdellah Chajai as Chief Executive Officer of Keolis Commuter Services, the MBTA’s operating partner for the nation’s sixth largest commuter rail system. Mr. Chajai was selected in consultation with Keolis Group and the […]

Online Commuter Rail Schedules to Display Typical Seat Availability for Each Train

Seat availability information based on rolling ridership counts BOSTON – November 18, 2021 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, today announced that online train schedules at mbta.com/commuterrail will now display ridership information for all trains. In combination with more frequent commuter rail service throughout the day, […]

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Additional Vaccine Clinics to Boost Vaccination Access in Disproportionately Impacted Communities

Keolis, CIC Health organize Commuter Rail Vax Express for stations in Worcester, Mattapan and South Stations in Boston, Lowell, Lawrence and Fitchburg BOSTON – June 11, 2021 – The Baker-Polito Administration announced today a new initiative, the Vax Express, to help further increase access to the COVID-19 vaccine, particularly in communities with low vaccination rates. […]

Advisory: Commuter Rail Service Available Memorial Day

Special schedules on certain lines Monday, weekend train service to Cape Cod begins Friday BOSTON – May 27, 2021 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, is reminding passengers that train service will be provided on most lines Monday, Memorial Day. On Monday, May 31, Commuter Rail will operate regular weekend […]

New Fitchburg Line Schedule Takes Effect May 3

Regional rail style service expands to Fitchburg Line with train service every hour BOSTON – April 28, 2021 –  The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, are reminding customers of the upcoming schedule change for the Fitchburg Line that will better meet the evolving needs of passengers. Following […]

Reminder: Spring 2021 Commuter Rail Schedules Take Effect April 5

Frequent, bi-directional service moves network closer to regional rail style system, Schedules available to view online at mbta.com/commuterrail BOSTON – April 1, 2021 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, are reminding customers of the upcoming schedule changes across the network that will better meet the evolving […]

MBTA Sets Direction for Spring 2021 Commuter Rail Schedules

Plan maximizes use of Commuter Rail resources and delivers a schedule more attractive to today’s and future potential riders BOSTON – February 22, 2021 – The MBTA set the direction today for Spring 2021 Commuter Rail schedules, focusing on preserving access, matching service to ridership and passenger needs, and providing more operational flexibility. Responding to […]

Commuter Rail Preparing for Winter Weather

Stations, platforms and passenger areas being treated with salt and sand BOSTON – February 17, 2021 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are reminding the public to use caution Thursday and Friday due to a winter storm that will impact much of the MBTA Commuter Rail network beginning Thursday during the day. Commuter Rail […]

Commuter Rail Preparing for Winter Weather

Crews working to keep passenger areas clear of snow and ice BOSTON – February 8, 2021 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are advising the public to take extra precautions if they need to travel tomorrow, Tuesday, February 9. Commuter Rail will continue to operate on a Winter Schedule that was approved by the […]

Commuter Rail Operating on Winter Schedules

Passengers encouraged to use caution when traveling; Crews out clearing platforms and passenger areas to help ensure safe travel tonight and tomorrow  BOSTON – February 7, 2021 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are advising the public to take extra precautions if they need to travel tonight or tomorrow. Due to the forecast, Commuter […]

Commuter Rail Operating on Winter Schedules

MBTA and Keolis personnel deployed to clear passenger areas and operate train service, switch heaters to be utilized across network BOSTON – February 1, 2021 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are advising the public to only travel if essential today and tomorrow due to the winter storm that will impact all regions of […]

Commuter Rail Will Continue Operating Reduced Service Schedule Through January 8

Reduced train schedules accommodate low employee availability due to COVID-19 absences BOSTON – December 23, 2020 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services announced today that Commuter Rail Reduced Service Schedules will continue to operate through Friday, January 8. Reduced Service Schedules took effect on December 14 due to low employee availability because of COVID-19 […]

COMMUTER RAIL PREPARING FOR WINTER STORM

MBTA and Keolis personnel will be deployed to clear passenger areas and operate train service BOSTON – December 16, 2020 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are preparing for a winter storm that is expected to arrive Wednesday evening and last into Thursday morning with ranges of snow totals impacting the greater Boston region. […]

Commuter Rail to Temporarily Operate Reduced Service Schedule Starting December 14

Reduced schedule for at least two weeks to accommodate low employee availability due to COVID-19 absences BOSTON – December 10, 2020 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services announced today that, due to low employee availability because of COVID-19 absences, Commuter Rail will temporarily operate a Reduced Service Schedule starting Monday, December 14. Regular train […]

Fall Commuter Rail Schedule Changes Provide New Transit Options for Riders

Effective November 2, changes will offer levels of service that provide new trains throughout the day across most lines so passengers can effectively distance BOSTON – October 9, 2020 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, today announced upcoming schedule changes across Commuter Rail to better meet […]

Keolis Awards $25,000 in Scholarships to Area Students

Now in its fifth year, $125,000 has been awarded to 125 students since 2016 as part of Keolis Scholars program BOSTON – June 23, 2020 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, announced today that it has awarded $25,000 to local students as part of the 2020 Keolis Scholars program. […]

Service Increases on Commuter Rail Effective Monday, June 22

Fairmount Line Enhanced Service Pilot goes into effect June 22  Face-coverings required on all MBTA Commuter Rail trains BOSTON – June 9, 2020 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, announced today service increases on all Commuter Rail lines will take effect on Monday, June 22. An […]

Keolis Essential Employees Enjoy Food for Heroes Luncheon

The Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation, Vistaprint and Keolis partner to bring ‘Food for Heroes Campaign’ to essential Commuter Rail employees BOSTON – May 7, 2020 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, joined members of the Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation in thanking train dispatchers with a lunch at two MBTA […]

Commuter Rail Adds Targeted Service for Essential Travel

Reduced Service Schedule remains in effect with adjustments to five routes beginning Wednesday, March 25 BOSTON – March 23, 2020 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, announced today minor additions and adjustments to the existing Reduced Service Schedule. These changes provide earlier train options for passengers […]

Commuter Rail to Operate Reduced Service Schedule Effective Tuesday, March 17

Modified service level provides a public transit option for people with essential travel needs BOSTON – March 16, 2020 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the agency’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, announced today a Reduced Service Schedule effective Tuesday, March 17. This service level provides a public transit option for people with […]

APTA Recognizes Keolis for Commitment to Sustainability on MBTA Commuter Rail

Gold-level achievement awarded for initiatives that promote environmental, social and economic sustainability throughout organization BOSTON – February 18, 2020 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, earned the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Gold Sustainability Award for its commitment to and organizational enhancements focused on environmentally-friendly business practices. Keolis is […]

Keolis Joins Greentown Labs as Terawatt Partner

Transportation leader partners with incubator to advance public transportation and mobility solutions Somerville, Mass. February 12, 2020 — Greentown Labs, the largest cleantech incubator in North America, today announced Keolis as its newest Terawatt-level Partner—the highest level of engagement with the incubator. Keolis is a global leader in mobility innovation and public transportation operations. In […]

Commuter Rail Announces Changes to Off-Peak and Weekend Providence/ Stoughton Line Schedules

Schedule changes made to avoid conflicts with new Amtrak schedules BOSTON – December 13, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s partner that operates the Commuter Rail, today announced that adjustments to Providence/Stoughton Line Commuter Rail schedules will go into effect on Monday, December 16. The new fall/winter schedules affect a small number of […]

Commuter Rail Preparing for Winter Storm

More than 350 MBTA and Keolis personnel will be deployed to clear passenger areas and operate train service BOSTON – December 1, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are preparing for a winter storm that is expected to arrive Sunday evening with ranges of snow totals impacting the greater Boston region beginning as […]

Keolis Celebrates STEM Week, Announces $25,000 in Scholarships Awarded to Local Students

$100,000 has been awarded to 100 students since 2016 BOSTON – October 24, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, announced today that it has awarded $25,000 to local students as part of the 2019 Keolis Scholars program. Twenty-five students from Boston, Brockton, Lawrence, Lynn and Worcester will use […]

Commuter Rail Announces Fall/Winter Schedules

Schedule changes include new-night service for Greenbush, Kingston/Plymouth and Middleboro/Lakeville Lines, new weekday Foxboro pilot and minor changes to further improve service BOSTON – October 17, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, today announced that the fall/winter Commuter Rail schedule goes into effect on Monday, October 21. […]

More than 500,000 Special $10 Weekend Travel Tickets Sold

Thousands have taken advantage of affordable, convenient, and unlimited weekend travel option BOSTON – September 10, 2019 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for Commuter Rail, announced today that approximately 584,000 new weekend tickets have been sold since its introduction in May 2018. This special fare allows for unlimited […]

Commuter Rail a Convenient Travel Option for Lowell Folk Festival

Additional late-night service added to Lowell Line for Friday and Saturday  BOSTON – July 24, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, is pleased to announce that two additional trains will operate on the Lowell Line during the Lowell Folk Festival. Regular Saturday and Sunday schedules will be in […]

Commuter Rail Announces Return of CapeFLYER Service to Hyannis for Summer 2019

Weekend Train Service to Cape Cod will resume Memorial Day Weekend BOSTON – May 23, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, and the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) are pleased to announce the return of CapeFLYER train service this summer. CapeFLYER is a weekend train service between […]

Keolis Recognized by Urban League as 2019 Diversity and Inclusion Champion

Commuter Rail Operator Receives Award at Community Organization’s Annual Breakfast and 100th Anniversary Celebration BOSTON – May 14, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, was recognized at the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts’ (ULEM) Centennial Breakfast Tuesday morning. The ULEM named Keolis a 2019 “Diversity and Inclusion Champion” […]

Commuter Rail Announces 2019 Spring/Summer Schedules Effective May 20

Schedule includes minor changes to further improve reliability of service BOSTON – May 13, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, today announced that the spring/summer commuter rail schedule goes into effect on Monday, May 20. The spring/summer schedule includes minor changes to utilize improved track infrastructure, eliminate […]

Keolis Commemorates Earth Month Through Commuter Rail Neighborhood Cleanups

Driving progress responsibly. Activities will advance previous work to clean and beautify the commuter rail network. BOSTON – April 4, 2019 – To commemorate Earth Month, employees and volunteers from Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) will dedicate time and resources during April to help beautify, improve and clean up neighborhoods around commuter rail stations. Earth Month […]

Commuter Rail Prepares for Winter Weather

Winter Storm Plan activated to help minimize snowfall’s impact to service; Passengers reminded to use caution when traveling BOSTON – March 3, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, is preparing passenger areas, equipment and track infrastructure for snow anticipated to arrive overnight Sunday, March 3, and into the Monday, March 4, morning commute. “Our […]

COMMUTER RAIL PREPARING FOR WINTER STORM

More than 350 personnel will be deployed to shovel, sand and salt stairs/platforms BOSTON – February 12, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are preparing for a winter storm that is expected to arrive during the Tuesday afternoon commute with snow, ice and cold temperatures lasting until early Wednesday. While forecasts vary, certain […]

Commuter Rail Information for New England Patriots Super Bowl Parade

Additional capacity and trains available; Post-parade passengers should expect lines at North Station and Back Bay BOSTON – February 4, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) and its approximately 2,500 employees in the greater Boston area congratulate the New England Patriots for Sunday’s Super Bowl win. Keolis and the MBTA will add capacity for Tuesday’s […]

Commuter Rail to Operate Normal Weekday Schedule Monday

Keolis, MBTA will continue storm response and clean-up through the night; Passengers should allow 10-15 minutes extra travel time BOSTON – January 20, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA announced today that commuter rail will operate a normal weekday schedule on Monday, January 21, following this weekend’s storm that brought 10 inches of […]

Commuter Rail Preparing for Weekend Winter Storm

More than 350 personnel will be deployed to shovel, sand and salt stairs/platforms BOSTON – January 18, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA are preparing for a winter storm that is expected to arrive over the weekend with heavy wet snow and cold temperatures from Saturday January 19, to Sunday January 20. While […]

PATRIOTS TRAIN A CONVENIENT TRAVEL OPTION FOR DIVISIONAL PLAYOFF GAME AT GILLETTE

Tickets available for round trip train service departing South Station & Providence for New England Patriots game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, January 13 BOSTON – January 10, 2019 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, reminds Patriots fans that train service is available for all games […]

MBTA TO RESUME SPECIAL $10 WEEKEND COMMUTER RAIL FARE PILOT

$10 all-weekend fares valid on all Commuter Rail lines and all zones starting Jan. 5 BOSTON – The MBTA and its operating partner for Commuter Rail, Keolis Commuter Services, announced the special $10 Commuter Rail weekend fare pilot will resume on Saturday, January 5. This special weekend fare is available from the first train on […]

PATRIOTS TRAIN A CONVENIENT TRAVEL OPTION FOR WEEK 16 GAME AT GILLETTE

Tickets available for round trip train service departing South Station & Providence for New England Patriots game against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, December 23 BOSTON – December 21, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, reminds Patriots fans that train service is available for all games at […]

Keolis Selects First Community Ambassador Award Recipient: Karen “Cookie” Sheers  

Award recognizes community leaders in neighborhoods within the commuter rail network  BOSTON – December 6, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, today announced Karen “Cookie” Sheers, Community Organizer for the Dorchester Bay Economic Development Corporation (DBEC), as the recipient of the first Community Ambassador Award. This award was created by Keolis to recognize local partners who assist in […]

PATRIOTS TRAIN A CONVENIENT TRAVEL OPTION FOR WEEK 13 GAME AT GILLETTE

Tickets available for round trip train service departing South Station & Providence for New England Patriots game against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, December 2 BOSTON – November 30, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, reminds Patriots fans that train service is available for all games at […]

Commuter Rail Provides Tips for Passengers Returning Home After Parade

Historic ridership levels expected – anticipate queuing at stations to board trains and plan extra time into travel BOSTON – October 31, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services, the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, would like to remind passengers that heavy ridership is expected to continue throughout the day and to use these tips to assist with their […]

Halloween: Commuter Rail Announces Special Fares, Added Capacity for Salem

Additional capacity and $10 round-trip tickets available for travel to Salem Wednesday evening BOSTON – October 30, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services, the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, today announced that special $10 round-trip fares are available at Boston’s North Station to provide a convenient and affordable travel option for Halloween enthusiasts. The Newburyport/Rockport […]

Commuter Rail Information for Boston Red Sox World Series Parade

Additional capacity available for Red Sox fans traveling to see World Series victory parade BOSTON – October 29, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) and its approximately 2,500 employees in the greater Boston area congratulate the Red Sox organization on their World Series win. The MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, Keolis will add capacity […]

Commuter Rail Announces Fall/Winter Schedules Effective October 29

Schedule includes minor changes and simplified severe weather service level options BOSTON – October 22, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, today announced that the Fall/Winter Commuter Rail schedule goes into effect on Monday, October 29. The fall/winter schedule includes minor changes to utilize improved track infrastructure, […]

KEOLIS, MBTA FOCUSED ON IMPROVING RELIABILITY DURING FALL SLIPPERY RAIL SEASON

Upgraded rail washer, drones to reduce impact of slippery rail created by leaves, debris on tracks BOSTON – October 19, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) and the MBTA have made further investments to ensure that when leaves begin to fall, the railroad is prepared. Every fall many railroads around the world experience what is […]

PATRIOTS TRAIN A CONVENIENT TRAVEL OPTION FOR WEEK SIX GAME AT GILLETTE

Tickets available for round trip train service departing South Station & Providence for New England Patriots game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, October 14 BOSTON – October 12, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, reminds Patriots fans that train service is available for all games […]

KEOLIS, MBTA CONTINUE TO MAKE INVESTMENTS ON FITCHBURG COMMUTER RAIL LINE

30,000 railroad ties to be replaced, buses to provide connecting service for some off-peak trains BOSTON – October 9, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, will be replacing 30,000 railroad ties between Littleton/495 and Wachusett stations beginning on Monday, October 15. Through November, this weekday work will […]

PATRIOTS TRAIN A CONVENIENT TRAVEL OPTION TO FIRST REGULAR SEASON GAME AT GILLETTE

Tickets available for round trip train service departing South Station & Providence for first regular-season New England Patriots game on September 9 BOSTON – September 7, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, reminds Patriots fans that train service is available for all games at Gillette Stadium. Two […]

Commuter Rail to Accept Onboard Credit Card Payments This Fall

More than 150,000 transactions processed with new feature requested by passengers BOSTON – August 28, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, announced today that 60 percent of conductors now accept onboard credit card payments, and this fall all trains will feature this new technology. While cash will continue to […]

Worcester Commuter Rail Line Improvement Project Begins August 25

Crews will be replacing 38,000 feet of rail to improve service Work may mean 5 – 10 minute delays on weekends and after the weekday morning rush  BOSTON – August 20, 2018 – The MBTA and its commuter rail operating partner Keolis announced today that the Worcester Commuter Rail Line Improvement Project will begin on […]

PATRIOTS TRAIN OFFERS CONVENIENT TRAVEL OPTION TO GILLETTE

Tickets available for round trip train service departing South Station & Providence for pre-season New England Patriots game August 16  BOSTON – August 15, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, reminds Patriots fans that train service is available for all games at Gillette Stadium. Two trains, one […]

PATRIOTS TRAINS RETURN FOR ANOTHER SEASON OFFERING CONVENIENT TRAVEL OPTION TO GILLETTE

Tickets available for round trip train service departing South Station & Providence for first pre-season New England Patriots game August 9 BOSTON – August 8, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, today announced that New England Patriots fans have an additional travel option to get to and […]

Keolis Provides Four-Year Commuter Rail Update On Service & Network Improvements

On July 16, 2018, Keolis Commuter Services CEO and General Manager, David Scorey, provided an update on the progress Keolis and the MBTA have made over the past four years with investments into the commuter rail network, organization and — most importantly — service for passengers. At the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), Scorey addressed […]

Keolis Graduates Class of 16 New Assistant Conductors

Keolis has significantly increased hiring of conductors to further improve passenger experience BOSTON – July 3, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, graduated this week 16 new assistant conductors, increasing the roster of conductors to its highest level ever and helping to further improve service. “Our conductors are the […]

Commuter Rail Trains To Accept Onboard Credit Card Payments This Fall

New mobile point of sale system for conductors to provide new, convenient onboard payment option for passengers BOSTON – June 27, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner, and the MBTA announced today that beginning this fall commuter rail passengers will be able to pay onboard with a credit or debit card. A […]

SPECIAL $10 SUMMER WEEKEND COMMUTER RAIL FARE BEGINS JUNE 9

Now available on the mTicket app, $10 all-weekend fares valid on all Commuter Rail lines and all zones, June 9 – September 2, 2018 BOSTON – June 7, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, announced today that special $10 summer weekend fare on the Commuter Rail are now […]

KEOLIS AWARDS $25,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO LOCAL STUDENTS

25 Keolis Scholars earn $1,000 to help pay for college, job training at UMass Club event   BOSTON – May 29, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, today awarded $25,000 to local students as part of its Keolis Scholars program. Twenty-five students from Boston, Brockton, Lawrence, Lynn and […]

Keolis Announces Return of CapeFLYER Service to Hyannis

Beginning May 25, Special Cape Cod Train operated by Keolis will resume weekend trips  BOSTON – May 18, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, today announced that the CapeFLYER will return for another summer of service from Boston’s South Station to Cape Cod. Offering round trips, the service will […]

Keolis Event Management App Finalist for MITX Technology Innovation Award

Event Management app selected in category for best employee efficiency technology; helped to manage complex situations impacting commuter rail this past winter BOSTON – May 17, 2018 – The Event Management app created by Keolis and its technology developer partner Bowst earned recognition as a finalist in the 2018 Massachusetts Innovation & Technology Exchange (MITX) […]

Commuter Rail Announces Spring/Summer Schedules Effective May 21

Adjustments intended to improve reliability, more service added to Boston  BOSTON – May 15, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, today announced that spring/summer schedules go into effect on Monday, May 21. These minor changes are designed to utilize new or improved track infrastructure, eliminate freight conflicts […]

Keolis We Care Teams Commemorate Earth Month Through Commuter Rail Neighborhood Cleanups

Initiative collected 1,000 discarded needles, filled 60 trash bags across the rail network BOSTON – May 2, 2018 – As part of the Keolis We Care initiative and Earth Month, employees and volunteers from Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) dedicated time and resources during April to help beautify, improve and clean up neighborhoods around commuter rail […]

Keolis Announces Updated MBTA Commuter Rail App

Enhancements focused on further improving passenger communications BOSTON – April 24, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, announced today an updated MBTA Commuter Rail App that includes an easier-to-use interface and several new or improved features. These new or improved features include push notification train alerts, average […]

Keolis, MBTA to Provide Extra Trains, Offer All-Day Travel Commemorative Marathon Ticket

Unlimited Framingham/Worcester travel with All-day Marathon Pass made available for second year BOSTON – April 12, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, will provide marathon fans with a convenient ticketing option to view the Boston Marathon at multiple points along the course. A $20 ticket will allow all-day, […]

Keolis Commuter Services President Selected As Top 100 Most Influential People of Color in Boston

Gerald Francis recognized at Get Konnected! 10th anniversary event  BOSTON – March 30, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for commuter rail, congratulates Gerald Francis, President of Keolis, for his selection as one of Boston’s top 100 most influential people of color. Get Konnected! (GK100) and Colette Phillips Communications announced the […]

Commuter Rail Preparing for Winter Storm

Commuter rail will operate a normal level of service on Thursday, March 22, Resources and personnel mobilized in advance of winter storm  BOSTON – March 21, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) and the MBTA are preparing for the fourth winter storm to impact the region in less than a month. In advance of snowfall expected […]

Commuter Rail to Provide Increased Capacity for St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Parade spectators are asked to leave backpacks and water-bottles at home BOSTON – March 16, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, wishes everyone a happy St. Patrick’s Day holiday and asks passengers to please celebrate safely. Commuter rail trains on Sunday will operate with extra seating capacity to accommodate the higher levels of ridership […]

Commuter Rail to Operate “Extremely Reduced” Schedule Tuesday

Passengers who must travel are urged to use caution as a foot of snow is forecasted with potential for blizzard conditions BOSTON – March 12, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) and the MBTA are preparing for the third significant winter storm over the last 11 days. Due to the forecasted high snow totals, potential for […]

Commuter Rail Teams Prepare Ahead of Storm

Crews positioned across the commuter rail network to respond to tidal flooding, high winds and snow BOSTON – March 1, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, is preparing for a winter storm expected to arrive Thursday evening and last into Saturday morning. Additional resources are being deployed to protect […]

MBTA Red Line Customers Impacted by Incident Have Commuter Rail Option

Kingston, Middleboro and Greenbush Commuter Rail Trains to Operate Modified Service Through Today BOSTON – February 21, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, announced today that the Kingston/Plymouth, Middleboro and Greenbush lines will make additional stops at Red Line stations to accommodate passengers impacted by the Red Line disruption. The following modifications […]

Commuter Rail Teams Prepare Ahead of Expected Winter Weather

Additional crews, resources secured to operate normal commuter rail schedule; Passengers reminded to use caution on platforms BOSTON – February 6, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, is preparing for winter weather expected to arrive Wednesday by deploying additional resources, including approximately 350 personnel, equipment, sand and salt. According […]

Keolis Graduates Largest Class of New Assistant Conductors

Team of 27 begins working on the railroad this week to help improve the passenger experience BOSTON – January 25, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, graduated a class of 27 assistant conductors on Tuesday from its Somerville training facility. This is the largest class in the history of the commuter rail and […]

Commuter Rail Teams Prepare Ahead of Snowfall and Encourage Passengers Traveling Wednesday to Use Caution

Forecasts suggest 4 – 7 inches of snow across the region beginning Tuesday night BOSTON – January 16, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, is preparing for snowfall this week by pre-positioning crews, inspecting key infrastructure and securing additional resources. Passengers traveling Wednesday should use caution when boarding trains […]

Newburyport and Rockport Commuter Rail Update

Normal Schedule to Resume this Weekend, Monday Service will be Announced Sunday Following Heavy Rain and Continued Testing Crews modified existing equipment to remove salt water from track bed  BOSTON – January 12, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, will resume normal weekend service on the Newburyport and Rockport […]

Update on MBTA Services

BOSTON –  January 7, 2018 – With the transit system still recovering from both heavy snow and a prolonged cold snap, the MBTA is urging its customers to build an extra 15 to 20 minutes into their Monday morning commutes. In extremely frigid conditions, hundreds of MBTA employees and contractors have been working non-stop to keep the system functioning. While […]

Commuter Rail to Operate a Regular Schedule Friday

Passengers traveling Friday should use caution on platforms and dress for extreme cold temperatures BOSTON – January 4, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, announced today that service will return to a Regular Schedule for Friday. Today’s storm is expected to drop 12 inches of snow when it subsides […]

Commuter Rail to Operate a Reduced Schedule Thursday

Commuter rail service available to those needing to travel; Passengers encouraged to dress warm and exercise caution as extreme cold continues with heavy snowfall BOSTON – January 3, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, announced today a Reduced Schedule for Thursday due to the expected heavy snowfall, extreme cold […]

Keolis, MBTA Preparing Ahead of Expected Snowfall

Passengers encouraged to dress warm as extreme cold continues & snowfall expected mid-week; Regular service expected BOSTON – January 2, 2018 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, is preparing for snowfall while continuing the additional cold-weather precautions it put in place to manage the network in extreme temperatures. Keolis secured […]

Keolis, MBTA Running Extra Commuter Rail Trains for New Year’s

Trains will be free to all passengers after 8 p.m. BOSTON – December 28, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, will run extra trains after midnight on January 1 to accommodate passengers enjoying New Year’s Eve festivities. The following departure times will be the final trains of […]

Keolis, MBTA Prepare for Winter Weather Impacting Holiday Travel

Winter Storm Plan activated, crews deployed to keep facilities and equipment operating normally for passengers BOSTON – December 23, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, wishes everyone a happy holiday and reminds passengers to exercise caution with snow falling and slippery conditions expected. Keolis crews are sanding and salting platforms and are pre-positioned to help ensure […]

Baker-Polito Administration Prepared for Winter Weather

MBTA invested $101 million in winter resiliency since winter 2015 SOMERVILLE – With the winter weather season beginning, Governor Charlie Baker today joined Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver, MBTA General Manager Luis Manuel Ramírez, Keolis CEO and General Manager David Scorey, and Massport CEO Thomas P. Glynn at a news conference in Somerville to highlight resiliency […]

Keolis Preparing Ahead of Expected Winter Weather

Additional crews, resources secured to operate normal commuter rail schedule and clear platforms BOSTON – December 8, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s commuter rail operating partner, is preparing for the winter weather expected to arrive this weekend by deploying additional resources, including personnel, equipment, sand and salt.  According to recent weather forecasts, […]

Keolis, MBTA and Wachusett Announce Return of the Ski Train for 2017-18 Winter Season

New: Wednesday night ski train will start running as of January 17 Weekend ski trains begin running Saturday, December 2 BOSTON – December 1, 2017 – Together with Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, announced that the ski train will once again bring skiers and […]

Keolis, MBTA Adding Extra Capacity to Trains for Thanksgiving Travel

Additional capacity added to key trains around holiday travel BOSTON – November 17, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, will increase passenger capacity on key trains to help accommodate increased ridership that occurs ahead of the holiday on Wednesday, November 22. “With additional people traveling for the […]

Keolis We Care Award Presented to Haverhill Boy Who Reported Downed Tree

Keolis gives young train enthusiast ride in engineer’s cab, tour of commuter rail train BOSTON — November 13, 2017 — Today, Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, presented Jesse DiChiara of Haverhill with a Keolis We Care ambassador award for his dedication to his community and the safety of […]

MBTA, Keolis Announce Fall Schedules Effective November 20

Minor adjustments on four lines to improve service and reliability BOSTON – November 8, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, today announced that fall schedules will go into effect on Monday, November 20. The new schedules reflect minor peak service time changes on only the Framingham/Worcester, Haverhill, […]

Keolis Expands We Care Community Ambassador Program

Local students recognized for volunteerism, proactive initiative to beautify community WESTBOROUGH – November 6, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, recognized two students from the Fitzgerald Institute in Northborough for their proactive interest and dedication to improving their community. Students Ian Brackett and Younes Fedal, both 10 […]

Keolis, MBTA Expect Regularly Scheduled Commuter Rail Service for Evening Commute

Clean-up throughout the morning by Keolis and MBTA crews expected to allow regularly scheduled service this evening BOSTON – October 30, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, anticipates regularly scheduled train service for this evening’s commute following severe weather throughout the greater Boston area Sunday evening and […]

Keolis, DCR and MBTA Encourage Public to Explore State’s Natural Beauty

The commuter rail can transport visitors to public lands ideal for fall recreation as we approach peak foliage season BOSTON – October 26, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are encouraging the public to enjoy hiking trails, walking […]

Keolis, MBTA Announce Extra Service, Special Fares for Halloween Activities North of Boston

For two weekends additional trains will help accommodate Salem’s anticipated half million visitors BOSTON – October 18, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, has announced a schedule of extra trains to Salem’s famous Haunted Happenings festival. Coinciding with the height of activities, seven extra round trip trains […]

Keolis, MBTA Prepare Ahead of Fall Slippery-Rail Season

Commuter rail operator utilizing special equipment, drones to reduce impact of slippery rail created by leaves, debris on tracks BOSTON – September 28, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, is working to ensure that when leaves begin to fall, the railroad is prepared to reduce the impact […]

MBTA, Keolis & Transit Police Partner to Raise Awareness During Rail Safety Week

21 educational initiatives planned ahead of and throughout the week to educate public BOSTON – September 22, 2017 – The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the transit agency’s partner that operates the commuter rail, announced today a series of educational initiatives to take place during the nation’s first Rail Safety Week. Organized by Operation […]

Keolis, MBTA Expanding Fare is Fair Initiative on Commuter Rail

Successful events help educate passengers on ticketing options, while helping to reduce fare evasion BOSTON – September 1, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s operating partner for the commuter rail, announced today that starting September 5 its successful Fare is Fair initiative will increase its activity to become a daily occurrence. This expansion […]

Keolis Conducts Railroad Safety Blitz in Ayer

One of many events conducted across the greater Boston area to educate communities on rail safety BOSTON – August 31, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, recently organized volunteers to conduct a railroad safety blitz in the town of Ayer. Together with representatives from local fire, law […]

With Baker-Polito Administration and Regional Transit Authority, Keolis Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Framingham Commuter Rail Lot

FRAMINGHAM– Keolis, with the Baker-Polito Administration as well as state and regional transit officials, today celebrated the ribbon cutting of the Framingham Commuter Rail Station Parking Lot. Management of Framingham Commuter Rail Station, including the station’s parking areas, was transferred to the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA) in a lease agreement with the MBTA in […]

Keolis Commuter Services Releases Findings from Passenger Satisfaction Survey

Results will contribute to action plan to resolve concerns BOSTON – July 28, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, today released key findings from its spring passenger satisfaction survey and action plans to target further improvements as identified by customers. The independent survey found that overall satisfaction […]

Keolis Commuter Services, MBTA to Improve Ticket-Checking System for Commuter Rail

Focus group of North Station customers will be asked for input BOSTON – July 24, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS) and the MBTA recently announced plans to improve the commuter rail’s ticket-checking system and reduce fare evasion. “Through this work, we’re aiming to bring ‘best practice’ ticket selling and ticket-checking systems into operation here […]

Keolis Commuter Services Conducts Operation Lifesaver Training for Local Summer Camp

BOSTON – July 18, 2017 – Continuing its outreach into the communities it serves, employees from Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, volunteered to provide an Operation Lifesaver presentation to the School’s Out! summer program in Beverly. Participants received a safety training and learned the fundamentals of how to use […]

Keolis Commuter Services Team Members Lead Volunteer Effort to Clean Up Rail Properties Across the Commuter Rail Network

BOSTON – June 28, 2017 –Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, recently organized volunteer clean-up activities with its employees at six different stations and communities served by the commuter rail. Through a regional collaborative initiative, Amtrak and Pan Am Railways joined the clean-up efforts in two areas in which […]

MBTA Releases Sponsored Fairmount Line Service Data

BOSTON – The MBTA has released data associated with two weeks of free service on the Fairmount Line in May 2017. From Monday, May 8, through Sunday, May 21, and after a robust marketing campaign that partnered with businesses, civic organizations, and elected officials, the MBTA’s Fairmount Commuter Rail Line operated without charging customers fares. […]

Keolis Commuter Services Awards $25,000 In Local Scholarships

25 Keolis Scholars earn $1,000 to help pay for college, job training at State House event featuring Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito BOSTON – May 31, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), the MBTA’s partner that operates the commuter rail, awarded today $25,000 to local students as part of its Keolis Scholars program. Twenty-five students from Boston, […]

MBTA, KEOLIS COMMUTER SERVICES RELEASE SPRING COMMUTER RAIL SCHEDULES EFFECTIVE MAY 22

New station stop added, minor modifications to several lines designed to improve service BOSTON – May 9, 2017 – The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and Keolis Commuter Services, the operator of the Commuter Rail, announced today spring train schedules which will take effect May 22. Schedules are updated regularly to improve reliability and service […]

CAPEFLYER RETURNS FOR ANOTHER SUMMER OF BOSTON-HYANNIS RAIL SERVICE

Memorial Day weekend marks the beginning of CapeFLYER seasonal weekend trips BOSTON – May 2, 2017 – The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and Keolis Commuter Services announced today that the CapeFLYER weekend train service between Boston and Hyannis begins Memorial Day weekend. In partnership with the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority, this popular route provides […]

Keolis employees dedicate volunteer time to clean up Natick station

Beautification effort a part of the company’s Earth Month activities BOSTON – April 26, 2017 – Employees at Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis), operator of the MBTA’s Commuter Rail system, volunteered last week to help clean up and provide minor repairs to the West Natick Commuter Rail station. Along the Framingham/Worcester line, the clean up is […]

KEOLIS COMMUTER SERVICES AND MBTA ANNOUNCE NEW TICKETING OPTION FOR MARATHON MONDAY

Unlimited Framingham/Worcester travel with All-day Marathon Pass made available for the first time BOSTON – April 10, 2017 – Customer Service teams at Keolis Commuter Services and the MBTA have teamed up to provide marathon fans with a new convenient ticketing option to view the famed Marathon at multiple locations along the course. A $20 […]

Advisory: This Weekend For Framingham/Worcester Line Customers, Bus Shuttles Will Operate Between Wellesley Farms to South Station

Construction projects underway to improve service BOSTON, MA – March 29, 2017 – As Keolis Commuter Services, operator of the MBTA Commuter Rail, make improvements to the Framingham/Worcester Line, necessary construction work will mean that this weekend service between Wellesley Farms and South Station will be provided on bus shuttles beginning Friday, March 31, at […]

MBTA Commuter Rail operating at “Blue” Level of Service on March 14

Keolis implements Severe Weather Alert System to notify passengers of modifications to service Editor’s Note: Links to winter prep video below BOSTON, MA – March 13, 2017 – Keolis Commuter Services, operator of the MBTA Commuter Rail, announced today  that it will be operating at  “Blue” level of service for Tuesday, March 14. This means […]

KEOLIS PREPARING FOR HEAVY RIDERSHIP

Passengers are encouraged to utilize outlying stations with ample parking and pre-PM Rush Hour trains to return home February 7, 2017– BOSTON, MA – Keolis Commuter Services, operator of the MBTA Commuter Rail, is reminding passengers to anticipate heavy ridership and the potential for delays. Passengers are encouraged to purchase their round-trip tickets ahead of […]

KEOLIS AWARDED $40 MILLION CONTRACT TO PROVIDE PARKING MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN NORTHWESTERN FRANCE

Through EFFIA subsidiary, Keolis to implement innovative parking technologies and upgrades, doubling capacity and implementing new customer care center for city of Saint-Malo PARIS – January 6, 2017 –  Keolis, a global provider of multi-modal public transportation solutions, announced today that its parking facility management subsidiary has been awarded the contract valued at $40 million […]

MBTA COMMUTER RAIL AND SEVERE WEATHER

December 29, 2016 Update from Keolis Commuter Services Based upon current weather forecasts, Keolis expects the MBTA Commuter Rail system to operate on NORMAL schedules on both Thursday, December 29th and Friday, December 30th. Actions being taken to ensure the reliability of the network and the safety of passengers during upcoming inclement weather: Crews moved […]

PASSENGER EXPERIENCE IMPROVES SIGNIFICANTLY ON MBTA COMMUTER RAIL’S WORCESTER LINE, AS KEOLIS IMPLEMENTS NEW STRATEGIES TO DRIVE PERFORMANCE AND IMPROVE CUSTOMER SERVICE

The number of trains arriving on time improves by 48% over seven weeks with line frequently running at 100% during morning peak periods when ridership is highest  BOSTON, MA – December 22, 2016 – Keolis Commuter Services’ plan for improving service on MBTA Commuter Rail’s Worcester/Framingham Line is delivering strong results, as the number of […]

KEOLIS MAKING PREPARATIONS TO ENSURE NORMAL COMMUTER RAIL OPERATIONS DURING EXTREME COLD

Keolis Making Preparations to Ensure Normal Commuter Rail Operations During Extreme Cold  BOSTON, MA – December 15, 2016 – With bitter cold temperatures expected throughout the region, Keolis Commuter Services is making preparations now to ensure normal operations for the MBTA Commuter Rail system over the next few days. “Our number one goal is to […]

“ALL ABOARD FOR THE NORTH POLE!”

800 BOSTON-AREA CHILDREN EMBARK ON A MAGICAL JOURNEY TO VISIT SANTA AND HIS ELVES VIA THE KEOLIS NORTH POLE EXPRESS  Local “celebrities” joined children and families on the train, leading sing-alongs and reading aloud the holiday classic “The Polar Express” on the two-hour trip north BOSTON, MA – December 10, 2016 – Wearing pajamas and […]

KEOLIS LAUNCHES “BIOMETRICS” TIME CLOCK SYSTEM AT COMMUTER RAIL MAINTENANCE FACILITY

Technology Allows Employees to Punch In/Out with Finger Swipe + Pin BOSTON, MA – December 2, 2016 – Keolis Commuter Services announced today the launch a new, technologically advanced time clock system that uses biometric scanning to improve the accuracy and ease of timekeeping processes at all Keolis mechanical facilities. This new system, which has […]

WORCESTER LINE ARRIVAL TIME ADJUSTMENTS

It has been two months since the new commuter rail schedules were introduced and we wanted to provide you with an update on the performance of the system and the adjustments being made to Worcester Line trains that have been experiencing delays as a result of the changes. As you may know, the new schedules that […]

PROVIDENCE LINE ARRIVAL TIME ADJUSTMENTS

It has been two months since the new commuter rail schedules were introduced and we wanted to provide you with an update on the performance of the system and the adjustments being made to Providence Line trains that have been experiencing delays as a result of the changes. As you may know, the new schedules that […]

NEEDHAM LINE ARRIVAL TIME ADJUSTMENTS

It has been two months since the new commuter rail schedules were introduced and we wanted to provide you with an update on the performance of the system and the adjustments being made to Needham Line trains that have been experiencing delays as a result of the changes. As you may know, the new schedules that […]

FRANKLIN LINE ARRIVAL TIME ADJUSTMENTS

It has been two months since the new commuter rail schedules were introduced and we wanted to provide you with an update on the performance of the system and the adjustments being made to Franklin Line trains that have been experiencing delays as a result of the changes. As you may know, the new schedules […]

FITCHBURG LINE ARRIVAL TIME ADJUSTMENTS

It has been two months since the new commuter rail schedules were introduced and we wanted to provide you with an update on the performance of the system and the adjustments being made to Fitchburg Line trains that have been experiencing delays as a result of the changes. As you may know, the new schedules that […]

KEOLIS AWARDS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS TO 25 GRADUATING SENIORS

Students in Boston, Brockton, Lawrence, Lynn and Worcester Selected for Post-Secondary Education and Training Grants Totaling $25,000 BOSTON, MA – June 16, 2016 – Keolis Commuter Services, operator of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s commuter rail system, today awarded $25,000 in college scholarships to graduating high school seniors in five Massachusetts cities served by MBTA commuter […]

KEOLIS AND MBTA COMMUTER RAIL SET APRIL RECORD WITH 96 PERCENT ADJUSTED ON-TIME PERFORMANCE

OTP on Commuter Rail’s North Side highest since 2003 BOSTON, MA – May 20, 2016 – Keolis Commuter Services, which operates the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail system, finished April 2016 with a 92.37 percent on-time performance rate for all lines, and a record 95.57 percent adjusted on-time performance, the best adjusted OTP since […]

KEOLIS ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM TO HELP 25 LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES ATTEND COLLEGE

Students in Boston, Brockton, Lawrence, Lynn and Worcester Eligible for Post-Secondary Education and Training Grants Totaling $25,000 BOSTON, MA – April 28, 2016 – Keolis Commuter Services, operator of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s commuter rail system, announced it will award college scholarships totaling $25,000 to 25 graduating high school seniors in five Massachusetts cities served […]

Dear Franklin Line Passengers

Dear Franklin Line Passengers: We want to offer our sincere apologies for the difficult commute you experienced last night. For those of you who experienced delays as a result of the fatality on Tuesday evening, this marked two consecutive nights of major inconvenience during your evening journey. Here’s a short recap of last night’s events: […]

Digging Up the MBTA’s Orange Line

Keolis and MBTA engineers and contractors spent the weekend of Oct. 24, 2015, placing a culvert under the MBTA’s Orange Line in Malden, which shares the tracks with MBTA commuter rail. This time-lapse video captures this impressive 48-hour project from start to finish. Digging Up the MBTA’s Orange Line from Keolis Commuter Services on Vimeo.

KEOLIS DELIVERS RECORD ON-TIME PERFORMANCE FOR MBTA COMMUTER RAIL PASSENGERS DURING SEPTEMBER

Weekday unadjusted OTP averages 91.9 percent, highest since 2006 BOSTON, MA – October 8, 2015 – Keolis Commuter Services, which operates the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail system, ended September with an unadjusted on-time weekday performance rate of 91.9 percent, the best September performance since 2006. When the figures are adjusted to take into […]

KEOLIS HONORS WEST CAMBRIDGE MAINTENANCE FACILITY EMPLOYEES AS STEWARDS OF THE ENVIRONMENT DURING POLLUTION PREVENTION MONTH

BOSTON, MA – September 23, 2015 – Keolis Commuter Services, which operates the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail system, celebrated Pollution Prevention Month by honoring Keolis crews at the West Cambridge Maintenance Facility for several major initiatives aimed at reducing commuter rail’s impact on the environment. The effort was inspired by the U.S. […]

KEOLIS ADOPTS INNOVATIVE FEDERAL SAFETY REPORTING SYSTEM FOR MBTA COMMUTER RAIL

BOSTON, MA – May 8, 2015 – Keolis Commuter Services, the Federal Railroad Administration, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority and local union leaders signed an agreement today to implement the FRA’s Confidential Close Call Reporting System (C3RS), which allows employees on any railroad to report safety-related issues or concerns anonymously without fear of facing sanctions. The […]

KEOLIS TO REINSTATE SERVICE OF 15 MBTA COMMUTER RAIL TRAINS ON MARCH 9

Fitchburg Line Returns to Full Service for Morning Rush Hour; System Recovery Plan is “On-Track,” Says Company Officials BOSTON, MA – March 6, 2015 – Keolis Commuter Service today announced that 15 MBTA Commuter Rail trains will resume operating on March 9 as part of the announced system recovery plan to restore full service by March […]

KEOLIS UPDATE ON MBTA COMMUTER RAIL RECOVERY PLAN FOR MARCH 2

BOSTON, MA – March 1, 2015 – Keolis released today the list of MBTA Commuter Rail trains that will return to operation on March 2 as part of the system recovery plan announced last week. The recovery plan will take place in four phases, with new weekday trains and capacity added to various lines on […]

KEOLIS/MBTA COMMUTER RAIL RECOVERY UPDATE

Added Train Capacity; Adding Extra Trains; Snow Clearing Complete BOSTON, MA – February 24, 2015 –Keolis, the operator of MBTA commuter rail, announced several milestones today, including the completion of snow and ice removal from all platforms and critical rail switches system-wide, as well as the addition of supplemental trains, doubledecker and standard passenger cars […]

KEOLIS PREPARES FOR SLIPPERY RAIL SEASON

Keolis crews working throughout MBTA commuter rail system to prevent delays related to falling fall foliage on tracks BOSTON – Oct. 28, 2014 – While the colors of autumn make for picture postcard scenery, the leaves can create special hazards for railroads as they fall on the tracks, making them wet and slippery. Keolis today announced […]

KEOLIS COMMUTER SERVICES CLEANING PROGRAM SHINES UP MBTA STATIONS AND PASSENGER CARS

Keolis Cleans Hundreds of Commuter Rail Cars and Stations BOSTON – September 17, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services announced today that it has completed the cleaning of all commuter rail passenger cars operating from Boston’s North Station, and all passenger cars operating out of South Station should be cleaned in the coming weeks – part […]

FRANCK DUBOURDIEU NAMED DIRECTOR OF QUALITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AT KEOLIS COMMUTER SERVICES

Dubourdieu to Oversee Quality Assurance and Regulation Compliance Activities For MBTA’s Commuter Rail System BOSTON – July 14, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services has named Franck Dubourdieu director of quality and environmental services, for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail contract, which Keolis began operating on July 1. In this role, he will oversee […]

THOMAS MULLIGAN AND GERALD FRANCIS TO LEAD KEOLIS COMMUTER SERVICES’ OPERATION OF MBTA COMMUTER RAIL SYSTEM IN GREATER BOSTON

Mulligan and Francis bring decades of industry experience to North America’s largest commuter rail contract ROCKVILLE, MD – July 8, 2014 – Keolis North America has named Thomas M. Mulligan as General Manager and Gerald C. Francis as Deputy General Manager of Keolis Commuter Services in Boston, overseeing the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s commuter rail contract, […]

Keolis Commuter Services Reaches Agreement with MBTA Commuter Rail Labor Unions

BOSTON – June 23, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services (KCS) announced today that it has reached agreement with all 14 of the labor unions representing its employees for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Commuter Rail service, which Keolis begins operating on July 1st. The agreements negotiated between KCS and the unions, representing about 1,800 […]

Pascal Baran Named Chief Engineering Officer for Keolis Commuter Services

BOSTON, MA – June 11, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services has appointed Pascal Baran chief engineer for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail contract that begins July 1, 2014. As chief engineer, Baran will be responsible for directing all inspection, maintenance, repair, planning and capital works for all MBTA right-of-way track, moveable and […]

Keolis Commuter Services Names David Plumb Chief Mechanical Officer in Boston

BOSTON, MA – May 7, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services has named David Plumb chief mechanical officer for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail contract that begins July 1, 2014. In this role, Plumb will organize, direct, control and coordinate the daily fleet maintenance operations including train performance, safety, customer service, preventive maintenance […]

Keolis Commuter Services Names Michael Cawley Director of Human Resources in Boston

BOSTON – April 28, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services has named Michael Cawley director of human resources and training for the company’s Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail contract that begins on July 1, 2014. In this role, Cawley will be responsible for all aspects of human resource management, creating a performance-based culture and […]

Mitrou Named General Counsel and Director of Labor Affairs for Keolis Commuter Services

BOSTON, MA – April 15, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services has named David T. Mitrou General Counsel and Director – Labor Affairs for the company’s Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail contract that begins on July 1, 2014. Mitrou joins Keolis from The McCormack Firm in Boston, where he was a partner with extensive […]

Treece Named Chief Transportation Officer for Keolis Commuter Services in Boston

BOSTON, MA – April 2, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services has appointed Scott Treece as head of transportation for the company’s Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail contract that begins on July 1, 2014. In this role, Treece will be responsible for leading and developing a management team that is committed to providing safe […]

Vonashek Named Chief Safety, Security, Emergency Preparedness and Regulatory Compliance Officer for Keolis Commuter Services in Boston

BOSTON, MA – March 31, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services has appointed Justin Vonashek to be the chief safety, security, emergency preparedness and regulatory compliance officer for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail contract. Vonashek comes to Keolis Commuter Services, a subsidiary of Keolis North America, after holding multiple positions at Metra, the commuter […]

Hardiman Joins Keolis Commuter Services as Director of EEO, Diversity and DBE Management

BOSTON, MA – March 27, 2014 – Keolis Commuter Services has named Rita Hardiman as its director of equal employment opportunity (EEO), diversity, and disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) programs for the company’s Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail contract that begins on July 1, 2014. Hardiman is a diversity and multicultural organization development professional […]

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