Transit leader will run local fixed route, microtransit, and on-demand services, expanding presence in the greater Boston region 

BOSTON – April 24, 2025 – Keolis announced today that the Metro West Regional Transit Authority’s (MWRTA) advisory board voted to approve Keolis as its operator of local, fixed route, and paratransit services. This three-year contract further expands Keolis’ presence in the greater Boston region where it is currently the MBTA’s operating partner for both Commuter Rail and parking services. 

Effective July 1, 2025, Keolis will begin operating the MWRTA’s demand response, fixed route, commuter shuttle, and microtransit services. With 90 vehicles, MWRTA provides approximately 700,000 annual trips across its 400 square mile service area. MWRTA will have the opportunity to exercise two one-year options in addition to the initial contract term.  

 “The MWRTA is proud to partner with Keolis, one of the leading providers of public transportation in the region, the Commonwealth, and quite frankly the world. The MWRTA’s service is moving forward every day in its mission to connect the public to with where they need to go, and we look forward to having Keolis help us in delivering that service,” said Jim Nee, MWRTA administrator. 

“We are very proud to partner with the Metro West Regional Transit Authority,” said Brad Thomas, Keolis North America president and CEO. “For more than ten years, Keolis has served the metro-west region with safe and reliable commuter rail service in partnership with the MBTA. Now, as part of this new contract, Keolis will work with the MWRTA to further enhance the transit offerings available to the communities where we operate.” 

MWRTA staff cited Keolis’ strong technical proposal as a key driver in recommending Keolis to the board. As part of its operations, Keolis will support the MWRTA with growing ridership, transitioning its fleet to alternative fuels, expanding service, and recruiting and retaining drivers.