NJ Transit Takes Over Operation of River Line Light Rail from Alstom

NJ Transit fully operates the River Line light rail line. New Jersey’s public transit system is changing drastically. Now they handle operations and maintenance, not Alstom. The changeover began on September 3, 2025, and should finish by year’s end. State plans to improve its transportation infrastructure have advanced significantly.

The River system, a 34-mile light rail system between Camden and Trenton, has long had reliability and service issues. Frequent train cancellations, obsolete equipment, and safety concerns have prompted state residents and authorities to request adjustments. NJ Transit intends to improve these concerns by bringing operations inside. This would make service safer and faster for passengers.

Public transportation authorities are assuming more direct management of operations to better fulfill community needs. This shift is part of a regional trend. NJ Transit will fund River Line upgrades. This includes upgrading equipment and employing new technology to improve service.

Alstom will continue to collaborate with NJ Transit on other projects, including making and exporting new multilevel commuter rail cars, after leaving the River Line. This relationship highlights how vital public-private collaboration is for transportation projects.

NJ Transit takes over the River Line. They want to make the journey safer, more consistent, and simpler to talk about. The shift indicates that the government is again dedicated to providing southern New Jersey residents with effective public transit. It allows future growth of the state’s transport system.