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10-07-2025
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Keolis to secure full ownership of joint venture in Australia
Keolis has signed an agreement to acquire Downer's complete stake in the Keolis Downer joint venture in Australia. The transaction is subject to customary conditions precedent and regulatory approvals and is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. Keolis is already the majority shareholder in the joint venture and the acquisition will make the company the sole owner of its operations in Australia. This move will allow Keolis to enhance its role as a trusted partner to Australian authorities by providing eco-friendly and innovative transportation solutions tailored to passengers and communities. Additionally, it will enable the company to continue its growth momentum across various transport markets in Australia, including bus, tram, automated metro, and rail. This move also positions Keolis to potentially form a robust consortium for the upcoming Melbourne trains tender. Keolis Group executive board chairwoman Marie-Ange Debon said: 'After 15 years of collaboration with Downer and a successful track record of development, we are now taking a strategic step by becoming the sole shareholder of our operations in Australia. 'This decision will allow us to form targeted partnerships to continue our development and strengthen our presence. The timing is ideal to reshape our approach, given our understanding of the local market and our position as a major player in public transport. We will continue developing our close collaboration with local authorities to deliver increasingly efficient transport solutions for Australian passengers.' Keolis, active in Australia for 15 years with more than 3,500 employees, operates tram networks, buses, ferry shuttles, and on-demand transport in various cities. It manages the G:link tram on the Gold Coast and the Newcastle tram north of Sydney, while maintaining Adelaide's trains and running major bus networks in Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, and Newcastle, where it oversees the integrated public transport system. In February, Keolis and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) began seeking bids for seven battery-electric multiple unit (BEMU) trainsets for the Fairmount Line in the US. This project, part of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey's plan, is set to launch in 2028 with the aim of reducing emissions and improving safety, reliability, and service frequency. "Keolis to secure full ownership of joint venture in Australia" was originally created and published by Railway Technology, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Boston Globe
28-05-2025
- Boston Globe
Memorial Day without a car, part II
Easier said than done, of course. If you don't want to worry about traffic at all, you could try one of the transit-served This time last year, I asked readers for their ideas on T-accessible Memorial Day spots. Here are some of them. (And no, it usually doesn't take me quite this long to go through my emails): Advertisement Joel wrote to suggest that 'every stop on the Fitchburg Line past Belmont leads to some nice walking areas.' In West Concord, for instance, you can connect to the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail. From the Lincoln station, it's an easy connection to Jonas pointed out that when the train station in New Bedford opened – which it now has – one could easily get to the Cuttyhunk Island ferry, which docks Lauren approved of an idea I proposed — opening a new commuter rail station at Walden Pond. One could visit from the existing station, but it's not especially convenient. Commuter rail operator Keolis suggests taking the train to a Other ideas for fun, outdoor, T-accessible spots? Or, places that could be transit accessible but aren't? Advertisement This is an excerpt from , a Globe Opinion newsletter about the future of transportation in the region. Sign up to . Alan Wirzbicki is Globe deputy editor for editorials. He can be reached at
Yahoo
18-05-2025
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Not satisfied with South Coast Rail service? MBTA hosting public meeting in Fall River
FALL RIVER — Residents who have been unsatisfied with the MBTA's South Coast Rail service can take their complaints right to the top when MBTA General Manager Phil Eng hosts a meeting in Fall River on May 22. Eng and representatives from the MBTA and Keolis, the company contracted to run commuter rail service, will host the meeting starting at 5:30 p.m. at Morton Middle School, 1135 N. Main St. According to the MBTA, the meeting will address 'concerns occurring since service began on March 24, including noise, weekend service cancellations, Keolis staffing, and other service challenges.' The meeting is open the public. Text alerts: Worried about late or cancelled MBTA commuter trains? How to be prepared The South Coast Rail commuter rail extension was a $1 billion project decades in the making and long-delayed. The new Fall River/New Bedford Line has been plagued by almost daily delays five to 20 minutes, or longer in extreme cases. Shortly after its rollout, weekend service faced multiple cancellations due to a lack of trained staff, inconveniencing riders for hours. Some weekend trains have been replaced by shuttle buses. Other residents have noise complaints due to idling trains and at road crossings. Free weekend service, originally set to last through April as a way to tempt riders into making the service a habit, has been extended until June as an apology for substandard service. Rides to and from any of the six South Coast Rail stations — Fall River Depot, Freetown, East Taunton, Middleborough, Church Street and New Bedford — are currently free through June 1. Parking at those stations is also free. This article originally appeared on The Herald News: MBTA to hear commuter rail complaints at public meeting in Fall River
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14-05-2025
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Your MBTA Commuter Rail train may now run on vegetable oil
Some MBTA Commuter Rail trains will run on a form of vegetable oil fuel through a new pilot program testing alternative power sources that could reduce the transit system's environmental impact. Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil, or HVO, emits less carbon than the typical diesel fuel that powers commuter rail trains, making it a more sustainable and earth-friendly alternative, Keolis, the company that operates the commuter rail for the MBTA, said in a statement announcing the pilot. The program could push the state closer to meeting its goal of having net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Carbon emissions for trains using vegetable oil-based fuel are 70% lower than trains running on traditional fossil fuels, according to Abdellah Chajai, the CEO and General Manager of Keolis. 'Getting people out of their cars and onto the train is a great first step, and we need to do more if we are going to reach the commonwealth's emissions goals,' Chajai said. The pilot program, developed in partnership between Keolis and MBTA, uses the new alternative fuel for all trains that lay over at the Newburyport Commuter Rail facility, Keolis said. The company has so far measured 'steady' performance from trains using the renewable fuel source. When the pilot program concludes, the T and Keolis will determine if the vegetable oil-based fuel can be expanded to other parts of the commuter rail system. Ethics Commission accuses retired MBTA manager of violating conflict of interest law 'Mission for Mass.': Ex-MBTA boss Brian Shortsleeve launches GOP guv bid 6 MBTA Commuter Rail vs. motor vehicle crashes this year: What's to blame? 'Intense congestion' expected on the Mass. Pike for 2 upcoming weekends Funding for the T could derail Mass. budget debate. Here's how | Bay State Briefing Read the original article on MassLive.
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14-05-2025
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MBTA, Keolis pilot new renewable diesel fuel for commuter rails
Keolis Commuter Services, partner of the MBTA Commuter Rail, has launched an alternative fuel pilot that utilizes renewable diesel for some of its locomotives. Renewable diesel aims to cut emissions and to lower the carbon footprint of the MBTA, which will help the Commonwealth reach its emission reduction goals. 'We're pleased to partner with Keolis on this renewable diesel pilot as we continuously seek ways to reduce our carbon footprint,' said MBTA General Manager and CEO Phillip Eng. 'Testing alternative fuel sources for our Commuter Rail fleet joins other efforts at the T to lower our carbon emissions, and we look forward to evaluating the results of the pilot as we continue to increase resiliency across the system.' The fuel pilot consists of all locomotives that lay over at the Newburyport Commuter Rail facility, which Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) are now fueling. HVO is made from a mixture of vegetable oil and animal fats, which produce fewer carbon emissions than fossil fuels. As of now, Keolis has already seen steady locomotive performance while using HVO. 'Getting people out of their cars and onto the train is a great first step, and we need to do more if we are going to reach the Commonwealth's emissions goals,' said Abdellah Chajai, CEO and General Manager of Keolis. 'This pilot program is a great opportunity to utilize an innovative new approach and can reduce CO2 emissions by more than 70% for these locomotives compared to fossil diesel. We're pleased to partner with the MBTA to make this pilot project a success.' By the end of the program, MBTA and Keolis will reevaluate the performance of the renewable fuel and see if it is fit to be expanded to other locations across the MBTA. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
