PHILADELPHIA (September 8, 2026) – SEPTA’s Office of Business Advancement & Engagement (OBAE) will host a free workshop during Philadelphia’s upcoming Maximizing Economic Development (MED) Week. SEPTA is encouraging interested… Continue reading SEPTA to Host Economic Development Workshop for Small Businesses
Category: Press Releases
Official SEPTA press releases, published by Media.
Temple, SEPTA Announce Partnership for Free Student Rides for Football Season
PHILADELPHIA – Temple University and SEPTA have partnered to provide Temple students with free SEPTA access between Cecil B. Moore South Station and NRG Station for all Temple football home… Continue reading Temple, SEPTA Announce Partnership for Free Student Rides for Football Season
SEPTA Announces Service Changes for July 4th Celebration
Late-night Service Will Operate on Select Regional Rail Trains
On Tuesday, July 4, Independence Day, SEPTA Buses, Trolleys, and Broad Street and Market-Frankford Line trains will operate on a Sunday schedule. Special mid-day and late-night Regional Rail service will… Continue reading SEPTA Announces Service Changes for July 4th Celebration
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Launches ‘Open Data Portal’
New Online Tool Supports ‘SEPTA Forward’ Strategic Plan, Promotes Transparency
SEPTA is announcing the launch of its Open Data Portal – a catalog of financial, ridership, mapping, and other useful data – now available on the authority’s website. The portal… Continue reading SEPTA Launches ‘Open Data Portal’
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Board Approves Fiscal Year 2024 Operating & Capital Budgets
Fiscal Cliff Rapidly Approaching as Federal COVID Funds Run Out; State Assistance Needed to Avoid Significant Service Cuts & Large Fare Increases
SEPTA’s Board today approved Operating and Capital Budget proposals for Fiscal Year 2024, advancing plans to fund everyday operations and major improvement projects. This will be the last budget year… Continue reading SEPTA Board Approves Fiscal Year 2024 Operating & Capital Budgets
SEPTA Receives Two Sustainability Awards For Environmental Excellence
Recently, SEPTA was the recipient of two prestigious awards for its sustainability efforts– the Pennsylvania Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence and the IDC Smart Cities Award For Sustainable Infrastructure. Both… Continue reading SEPTA Receives Two Sustainability Awards For Environmental Excellence
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Adds Service For Billy Joel & Stevie Nicks Concert At Lincoln Financial Field
To accommodate riders attending the Billy Joel & Stevie Nicks Concert at Lincoln Financial Field tomorrow evening, SEPTA will add 10 Local trains to its regular service on the Broad… Continue reading SEPTA Adds Service For Billy Joel & Stevie Nicks Concert At Lincoln Financial Field
Translations: Español (Spanish)
Subway Station Cleaning Blitz Continues This Weekend
Following several successful station cleaning and maintenance blitzes over the last two years, SEPTA is continuing the initiative through October on the Broad Street (BSL) and Market-Frankford Lines (MFL). This… Continue reading Subway Station Cleaning Blitz Continues This Weekend
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Office of Inspector General Launches New Website to Increase Transparency
The SEPTA Office of Inspector General (OIG) is announcing the launch of its new, user-friendly website: OIG.septa.org. More than a year in the making, the website allows users to read… Continue reading SEPTA Office of Inspector General Launches New Website to Increase Transparency
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Working to Serve Additional Customers After I-95 Collapse
Please Check Website, App & Social Media for Latest Updates
The collapse of I-95 in Philadelphia this morning will have a tremendous impact on the region’s transportation network. SEPTA is working with City, state and federal officials to support travel… Continue reading SEPTA Working to Serve Additional Customers After I-95 Collapse
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Partners with AI Developer for Camera-Assisted Transit Pilot
Hayden AI Technology will Help SEPTA Identify Trouble Spots in Bus Lanes and at Transit Stops
SEPTA is partnering with a leading AI technology company for a camera-assisted bus lane and stop technology pilot on Bus Routes 21 and 42. The camera system is mounted inside… Continue reading SEPTA Partners with AI Developer for Camera-Assisted Transit Pilot
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Adding Service for Big Weekend Events
Extra Service for Dave Chappelle & The Roots on Friday, Ed Sheeran on Saturday
SEPTA is adding service to accommodate fans heading down to the Sports Complex on Friday and Saturday for shows featuring Dave Chappelle with The Roots, and Ed Sheeran. SEPTA also… Continue reading SEPTA Adding Service for Big Weekend Events
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Board Votes to Reappoint Leslie S. Richards as General Manager & CEO
New Four-Year Contract Continues Through January 2027
SEPTA today announced the reappointment of Leslie S. Richards as the Authority’s General Manager and CEO. The SEPTA Board and Richards agreed to terms on a four-year contract that runs… Continue reading SEPTA Board Votes to Reappoint Leslie S. Richards as General Manager & CEO
Translations: Español (Spanish)
SEPTA Breaks Ground on New Wissahickon Transportation Center
New Transit Hub to Improve Bus Service in Northwest Philadelphia
SEPTA today gathered with elected officials and other stakeholders to break ground on the new Wissahickon Transportation Center, which will enhance the customer experience at the busy bus station on… Continue reading SEPTA Breaks Ground on New Wissahickon Transportation Center
Translations: Español (Spanish)