Official SEPTA press releases, published by Media.
Detour Improvements Part of Broader Effort to Improve Real-Time Information for Customers
PHILADELPHIA (October 29, 2024) – SEPTA has launched improvements to the way it displays bus detour information on its website, SEPTA.org, part of an array of improvements to its customer-facing… Continue reading SEPTA Launches Enhanced Detour Information on SEPTA.org
New Data Shows Clearance Rate on Critical Incidents is 92%, Exceeding National Rates
PHILADELPHIA (October 24, 2024) – SEPTA had a 34% decrease in serious crimes on the system during the first three quarters of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023,… Continue reading SEPTA Reports 34% Decrease in Serious Crimes Through Third Quarter of 2024
Increased Patrols and Coordination with Law Enforcement Aim to Ensure Student Safety
PHILADELPHIA (August 21, 2024) – SEPTA is implementing an enhanced safety plan for the 2024-2025 school year, continuing its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of students who rely… Continue reading SEPTA Enhances Safety Measures for New School Year
PHILADELPHIA (August 21, 2024) – SEPTA today announced the appointment of two newly-created positions that demonstrate the Authority’s commitment to making SEPTA safer, cleaner, and more secure. Robert “Bob” Brown… Continue reading SEPTA Appoints New Cleaning & Safety Leadership Positions
PHILADELPHIA (August 20, 2024) – Bryn Mawr College will be the second higher education institution to participate in the SEPTA Key Advantage UPass program. Beginning September 1, more than 1,500… Continue reading Bryn Mawr College Joins SEPTA Key Advantage UPass
PHILADELPHIA (August 13, 2024) – After four years of offering free parking to help attract customers back to the system, SEPTA will reinstate parking fees with a phased approach beginning… Continue reading SEPTA to Reinstate Parking Fees Beginning September 23
PHILADELPHIA (July 25, 2024) – SEPTA today awarded a contract to Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. for the purchase of modern railcars to replace the aging Market-Frankford Line [L] fleet.… Continue reading SEPTA Board Awards Contract for Purchase of New Market-Frankford Line Fleet
FTA’s Recommendations Will Advance the Work Already Underway to Address Key Safety & Security, Staffing, Training & Operational Practices & Procedural Issues
PHILADELPHIA (July 15, 2024) – SEPTA today announced that it will implement additional initiatives and a series of corrective action plans (CAPs) in response to a recent Safety Management Inspection… Continue reading SEPTA Announces Additional Safety Initiatives in Conjunction With FTA Recommendations
SEPTA crews will work around-the-clock tackling critical track and power maintenance, station upgrades, and intensive cleaning as part of the 2024 Trolley Tunnel Blitz. SEPTA Trolley Routes 10 [T1], 34… Continue reading SEPTA Trolley Tunnel to Close for 2024 Trolley Tunnel Blitz, July 12-29
SEPTA had a 37% decrease in serious crimes on the system during the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to new data released today… Continue reading SEPTA Reports 37% Decrease in Serious Crimes Through First Half of 2024
SEPTA Metro Project Advances Along Broad Street Line [B] & Center City Rail Transit Stations
SEPTA will advance its SEPTA Metro Wayfinding program under a contract approved by the SEPTA Board today, representing a bold new customer experience strategy for the agency. The vote allows… Continue reading SEPTA Board Approves Contract for Wayfinding Signage
SEPTA’s Board today approved Operating and Capital Budget proposals for Fiscal Year 2025, advancing plans to fund everyday operations and major improvement projects. SEPTA’s total budget is $2.6 billion for… Continue reading SEPTA Board Approves Fiscal Year 2025 Operating & Capital Budgets: Safe, Clean & Secure
SEPTA today announced the return of an enforcement program for quality-of-life violations as part of an effort to discourage incidents, focus on repeat offenders, and enhance the customer experience. Beginning… Continue reading SEPTA to Increase Fines & Penalties for Quality-of-Life Offenses
Project is First in Nation to Advance Using New FTA Program for Station ADA Overhauls
SEPTA today gathered with federal, state and local officials and other stakeholders at Erie Station to break ground on a new project that will make the Broad Street Line [B]… Continue reading SEPTA Breaks Ground on New Accessibility Project At Erie Station
