Physician Assistant
About the job
- Demonstrate expertise in physical diagnosis, including medical history-taking and evaluations.
- Have knowledge of electrocardiography and diagnostic radiology fundamentals.
- Be familiar with medical records and medical terminology.
- Be aware of safety practices in medical facilities.
- Graduate from a Physician Assistant education and training program approved by the Massachusetts Board of Approval and Certification of Physician Assistant Programs, Department of Public Health.
- Acknowledge and attest to COVID-19 and influenza vaccination status, or comply with required mitigation measures.
- Evaluate and examine patients through medical histories, physical exams, and laboratory tests.
- Prescribe medications and treatments tailored to patient needs.
- Perform and interpret routine and specialized diagnostics, including laboratory work, imaging, and electrocardiography.
- Carry out therapeutic procedures including injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and fracture management.
- Counsel patients on physical and mental health, disease prevention, and family planning.
- Provide care for community and correctional health patients in inpatient settings.
- Independently perform life-saving evaluations and therapeutic interventions.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic medical records.
- Participate in staff meetings, committees, and the rapid response team as needed.
- Assist in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients in inpatient and outpatient medical disciplines under the supervision of a qualified licensed physician.
- Suboxone Waiver.
The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital under the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking caring, dynamic, and attentive applicants to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate public health hospital environment. ThePhysician Assistants (PA) assist in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings in medical disciplines. The PA works under the supervision, but not necessarily in the presence of a qualified licensed physician (supervision includes rounds and review of patients, periodic written & verbal review of performance).
Schedule\:
8\:30 a.m. to 5\:00 p.m. (40 hours per week).
Days off are weekends, with other days off as assigned.
Covers 4 weekends and one holiday for vent and subacute inpatients.
Duties and Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive)\:
Evaluate and examine patients through medical histories, physical exams, and laboratory tests.
Prescribe medications and treatments tailored to patient needs.
Perform and interpret routine and specialized diagnostics, including lab work, imaging, and electrocardiography.
Carry out therapeutic procedures like injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and fracture management.
Counsel patients on physical and mental health, disease prevention, family planning, and more.
Provide care for community and correctional health patients in inpatient settings.
Independently perform life-saving evaluations and therapeutic interventions.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic medical records.
Participate in staff meetings, committees, and the rapid response team, as needed.
Required Qualifications\:
Expertise in physical diagnosis, including medical history-taking and evaluations.
Knowledge of electrocardiography and diagnostic radiology fundamentals.
Familiarity with medical records and terminology.
Awareness of safety practices in medical facilities.
Preferred Qualifications\:
Suboxone Waiver
Special Requirements\:
Physician Assistant must be a graduate from a program for the education and training of Physician Assistants which has been approved by the Massachusetts Board of Approval and Certification of Physician Assistant Programs, Department of Public Health (M.G.L. Chapter 112, ss. 9C-9H)
About the Shattuck Hospital\:
Shattuck provides a safety net for patients referred by teaching and community hospitals that require extended care and is an essential health care provider for patients facing challenges accessing high quality healthcare. The hospital is on the front lines of the opiate epidemic, leading in the innovative treatment of substance use disorders.
Shattuck provides a full range of services including acute care supported by a Medical Intermediate Care Unit, surgical services, telemetry, anesthesiology, pulmonary services, orthopedics, rehabilitative medicine, PICC/central line placement, advanced wound care, chemotherapy, and telemedicine. Comprehensive ancillaries and procedures include full clinical lab/pathology, CT and MRI, on-site pharmacy, sleep studies, EKG/ECHO and EEG.
In addition to the main hospital, 25 outpatient clinics coordinate “one-stop” medical and mental health care and offer the only ambulatory surgical service among the state hospitals. The clinical environment is strictly governed by regulatory standards that mandate day to day interventions and services
Pre-Offer Process\:
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http\://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website, http\://www.mass.gov
ADA Reasonable Accommodation\: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at\: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests
For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4
The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital under the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking caring, dynamic, and attentive applicants to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate public health hospital environment. ThePhysician Assistants (PA) assist in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings in medical disciplines. The PA works under the supervision, but not necessarily in the presence of a qualified licensed physician (supervision includes rounds and review of patients, periodic written & verbal review of performance).
Schedule\:
8\:30 a.m. to 5\:00 p.m. (40 hours per week).
Days off are weekends, with other days off as assigned.
Covers 4 weekends and one holiday for vent and subacute inpatients.
Duties and Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive)\:
Evaluate and examine patients through medical histories, physical exams, and laboratory tests.
Prescribe medications and treatments tailored to patient needs.
Perform and interpret routine and specialized diagnostics, including lab work, imaging, and electrocardiography.
Carry out therapeutic procedures like injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and fracture management.
Counsel patients on physical and mental health, disease prevention, family planning, and more.
Provide care for community and correctional health patients in inpatient settings.
Independently perform life-saving evaluations and therapeutic interventions.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic medical records.
Participate in staff meetings, committees, and the rapid response team, as needed.
Required Qualifications\:
Expertise in physical diagnosis, including medical history-taking and evaluations.
Knowledge of electrocardiography and diagnostic radiology fundamentals.
Familiarity with medical records and terminology.
Awareness of safety practices in medical facilities.
Preferred Qualifications\:
Suboxone Waiver
Special Requirements\:
Physician Assistant must be a graduate from a program for the education and training of Physician Assistants which has been approved by the Massachusetts Board of Approval and Certification of Physician Assistant Programs, Department of Public Health (M.G.L. Chapter 112, ss. 9C-9H)
About the Shattuck Hospital\:
Shattuck provides a safety net for patients referred by teaching and community hospitals that require extended care and is an essential health care provider for patients facing challenges accessing high quality healthcare. The hospital is on the front lines of the opiate epidemic, leading in the innovative treatment of substance use disorders.
Shattuck provides a full range of services including acute care supported by a Medical Intermediate Care Unit, surgical services, telemetry, anesthesiology, pulmonary services, orthopedics, rehabilitative medicine, PICC/central line placement, advanced wound care, chemotherapy, and telemedicine. Comprehensive ancillaries and procedures include full clinical lab/pathology, CT and MRI, on-site pharmacy, sleep studies, EKG/ECHO and EEG.
In addition to the main hospital, 25 outpatient clinics coordinate “one-stop” medical and mental health care and offer the only ambulatory surgical service among the state hospitals. The clinical environment is strictly governed by regulatory standards that mandate day to day interventions and services
Pre-Offer Process\:
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http\://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.
Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website, http\://www.mass.gov
ADA Reasonable Accommodation\: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at\: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests
For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4
Minimum Entrance Requirements\: None
Special Requirements\:
Physician Assistant must be a graduate from a program for the education and training of Physician Assistants which has been approved by the Massachusetts Board of Approval and Certification of Physician Assistant Programs, Department of Public Health (M.G.L., Chapter 112, ss. 9C-9H).
Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Minimum Entrance Requirements\: None
Special Requirements\:
Physician Assistant must be a graduate from a program for the education and training of Physician Assistants which has been approved by the Massachusetts Board of Approval and Certification of Physician Assistant Programs, Department of Public Health (M.G.L., Chapter 112, ss. 9C-9H).
Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
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The Commonwealth of Massachusetts runs state government operations to deliver public services and enforce laws for residents and communities. Government services are organized through agencies; residents interact with programs by applying for benefits, renewing licenses, or accessing records, and services are delivered via offices, websites, and call centers. It differs from private firms because it uses public funds to serve all residents and is guided by public policy and transparency rather than profits. Its goal is to improve residents’ lives by delivering reliable services and implementing public actions that respond to people’s needs.
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What believers are saying
- July 2026 Sagamore Bridge renderings advance a visible $2.1 billion megaproject.
- June 2026 Quantum Systems Laboratory adds $25 million state backing and regional research talent attraction.
- FY2026 transportation funding boosts MassDOT to $670.1 million, supporting project delivery hiring and capital work.
What critics are saying
- Governor Healey’s May 2025 executive hiring freeze still restricts Executive Branch staffing in 2026.
- The FY2026 budget delays $125 million earmarks, signaling tighter cash management and slower execution.
- Federal grant litigation and funding fights in 2026 threaten Medicaid, education, and transportation operations.
What makes Commonwealth of Massachusetts unique
- Massachusetts pairs $60.9 billion FY2026 budgeting with statewide capital megaproject execution.
- MassDOT’s $4.5 billion Cape Cod Bridges Program spans 2026 through 2037.
- Mosaic and MA BEST modernize statewide finance on CGI Advantage in 2026.
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2028 referendum supporters say they have enough signatures to suspend new Mass. abortion law. Now what? October 30, 2026 Happy Halloween Eve! (All Hallows Eve-eve?) The National Weather Service says the trick-or-treating forecast "looks like a treat," and Salem is expecting even bigger crowds than usual for its 400th anniversary. Here's a guide for visitors. (Reminder: today is also the last day of in-person early voting for the midterms in Massachusetts, in case you want to get ahead of the Tuesday rush.) Now, to the news: One ballot battle after another: Supporters of a petition to hold a 2028 referendum on Massachusetts' new abortion law say they've collected nearly double the signatures necessary to suspend the law. The "Compassionate Care Coalition" announced yesterday that they collected 97,276 signatures from Massachusetts voters in support of their effort. They need to file at least 37,289 by next Friday to put the referendum on the 2028 ballot - and at least 49,716 to suspend the law until that election. "We are grateful to every volunteer, pastor and parish staffer who carried a clipboard," coalition chair Sam Miele said in a statement. "Because of them, voters will have the final say." * Catch up: The law - which is set to take effect next Sunday, Nov. 8. - gets rid of restrictions on abortions for pregnancies beyond 24 weeks, putting the decision up to "the professional judgment" of the doctor. Gov. Maura Healey signed it in August, saying the measure gets the government out of "incredibly rare," painful choices for patients. Antiabortion activists and Catholic Church leaders backed the repeal effort last month, deriding the abortion law as one of the most permissive in the country. * What's next: The final tally of signatures still needs to be certified by Secretary of State Bill Galvin's office. Galvin spokesperson Debra O'Malley said yesterday that they had "received a small quantity of petitions," but expect more to be filed before the Nov. 6 deadline. O'Malley said it typically takes one to two weeks to review and certify the signatures, a process that doesn't start until after all of them have been filed. * FYI: The potential suspension of the law only takes effect after Galvin's office has certified the signature total. Healey also has the ability to block - or even undo - the suspension by attaching an emergency preamble to the law (like she did with the 2024 gun law) anytime up until the 2028 election. In a statement Thursday, Healey spokesperson Jacqueline Manning said the governor "continues to monitor the referendum process and evaluate options." "This law is for parents facing some of the most painful and devastating circumstances imaginable and making sure these decisions are made between a woman and her doctor," Manning said. Meanwhile on Beacon Hill: Consider Healey's proposal to suspend the state's gas tax all but officially dead. The Massachusetts Senate - whose leaders had actually expressed an inkling of openness to the idea - released its closeout budget bill Thursday. And while the $2.6 billion spending bill includes a number of policy add-ons, a gas tax suspension is not one of them. It comes after the House left out the proposal from its version of the bill last week. * What is in it? Like the House, the Senate proposal dedicates $1.8 billion for MassHealth and includes money to hire 200 new caseworkers at the agency that handles food stamps and other benefits. State House News Service has more here on the other policy proposals the Senate added to the bill. Green Line ghosting: The MBTA is giving riders more tricks than treats this weekend. The Green Line's downtown tunnel between North Station and Kenmore will be closed Saturday and Sunday due to signal upgrades - as will part of the B branch and the southern E branch. Click here for more on shuttle buses and other free public transit alternatives. * Plan ahead: An even bigger, nine-day partial Green Line closure (affecting the C branch, too) starts next weekend. Get the details on that here. * Meanwhile: The T announced this morning that Red Line trains can officially go up to 50 mph between North Quincy to JFK/UMass, as the agency promised last week. He's back: After a record four sold-out shows at Fenway Park this summer, Noah Kahan is running it back. The Vermont native announced a 2027 stadium tour yesterday that includes four more concerts at Fenway (rather than Gillette Stadium; make of that what you will). Those shows take place May 29 to June 2 - with tickets going on sale in November. Save the date: Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced that this year's final Open Newbury - a special "holiday stroll" edition - will be Dec. 6. P.S. - Which two Massachusetts cities will get federal poll monitors on Election Day? Take our Boston News Quiz and see how well you know the stories we covered this week compared to other WBUR readers.
West-East Rail gets $130M federal boost for track, signal upgrades. By Alison Kuznitz | State House News Service October 19, 2026 A long-envisioned passenger rail project connecting western Massachusetts to Boston has secured a $130 million federal funding jolt, Gov. Maura Healey's office announced Friday. Healey said the money, which will support the Springfield Hub Modernization Project, is a "major win for Western Massachusetts and a big step forward for West-East Rail." The project involves upgrading tracks, signals and other infrastructure, with the aim of addressing rail bottlenecks, reducing conflicts between freight and passenger trains, and creating capacity for future passenger rail service. The work will also benefit Amtrak Vermonter and Valley Flyer passengers with improved on-time performance, reduced delays and scheduling flexibility, Healey's office said. "Building West-East rail is a once-in a-lifetime investment to connect Massachusetts' communities and our regional economies like never before," U.S. Sen. Ed Markey said in a statement. "It will mean lower costs, less congestion, and access to opportunity for families across the state." MassDOT received the funding through the Federal Railroad Administration's Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements grant program. Massachusetts secured $108 million from the same program in 2023. U.S. Rep. Richard Neal attributed the federal funding infusions to the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which former President Joe Biden signed into law. "In the five years since it was enacted, Massachusetts has received more than $280 million to turn the vision of West-East Rail into reality," Neal said. Invoking the federal resources and Healey's support, Neal declared that Massachusetts is "full steam ahead on a project that will transform regional mobility and economic opportunity in every corner of the Commonwealth." In another development for western Mass. train service, MassDOT and railroad company CSX struck an agreement recently to reduce conflicts between freight and passenger trains. MassDOT will fund construction of a siding and other track improvements around Pittsfield, plus study the feasibility of a new platform at Pittsfield Station. Alison Kuznitz is a reporter for State House News Service and State Affairs Pro Massachusetts. Reach her at [email protected]. - Digital Partners -
Landlord and tenant - Manufactured housing - Fair market rental rate. Superior Court/Business Litigation Session Where the commonwealth has alleged that the defendant owners of a manufactured housing community violated G.L.c. 93A by offering leases at greater than fair market rental rates in violation of G.L.c. 140, §32P, and 940 CMR §10.03(5), a motion to dismiss the complaint should be denied because there is no legal impediment to the commonwealth enforcing the Manufactured Housing Act's requirement that the defendants charge a fair market rental rate based on an evaluation and consideration of site-specific conditions. "The Commonwealth filed suit against The Boavida Group, LP and others (together Defendants or Boavida) alleging that Boavida purchased Willow Terrace Mobile Home Park (Willow Terrace), a 73-lot manufactured housing community located in Taunton, and shortly thereafter increased monthly rent in violation of the Manufactured Housing Act, G.L. 140, §§32A-32S (the MHA or the Act) and its governing regulations, 940 Code Mass. Regs. (CMR) §10.00, et seq. (the Regulations). On November 18, 2025, I issued a preliminary injunction barring Boavida from charging any Willow Terrace resident rent over $385 per month until January 1, 2028 or entry of judgment, and barring Boavida from commencing any proceeding against a tenant for failing to pay more than $385 per month in rent. "Thereafter, with the assent of the Defendants, the Commonwealth filed a First Amended Complaint (the FAC) asserting a single new count - Count V - which is the subject of the instant Motion to Dismiss (the Motion). After hearing and review, the Motion is denied... "The newly asserted Count V alleges that Defendants violated G.L.c. 93A, §2 by offering leases at greater than fair market rental rates in violation of G.L.c. 140, §32P and 940 CMR §10.03(5)... "Defendants make two arguments: First, that the Commonwealth is not authorized under the Act or Regulations to challenge a park owner's rental amount; and second, that the FAC fails to state a claim that the rents are not fair market rates. Neither argument persuades. "The gravamen of Defendants' first argument is that the [Attorney General's Office (AGO)] may not challenge a park owner's determination of fair market rent by alleging the rate fails to account for specific amenities and conditions at the community. Put elsewise, Defendants argue the AGO is not authorized to enforce the Act's 'fair market rental rate' requirement based on the Commonwealth's 'view of purported park conditions.' Defendants misapprehend the AGO's role in enforcing the Act as well as the applicable regulation governing fair market rental value... "Based on my own evaluation of the Act and Regulations, I find nothing in either that would prohibit the Commonwealth from proceeding with Count V... "I conclude there is no legal impediment to the Commonwealth enforcing the Act's requirement that Defendants charge a fair market rental rate based on an evaluation and consideration of site specific conditions... "For the foregoing reasons, Defendants' Motion to Dismiss Count V of the First Amended Complaint is denied." Commonwealth v. The Boavida Group, LP, et al. (Lawyers Weekly No. 09-093-26) (7 pages) (Squires-Lee, J.) (Suffolk Superior Court) (Civil Action No. 2584CV02493-BLS2) (August 2026).
MassDOT approves $200M for 20 MBTA commuter locomotives. Home " News " People " MassDOT approves $200M for 20 MBTA commuter locomotives. MassDOT approved $200 million to buy 20 hybrid and diesel locomotives for the MBTA commuter rail fleet in Boston under its state capital investment plan. October 10, 2026 12:09 pm | Last Update: October 10, 2026 12:10 pm In Brief: The Massachusetts Department of Transportation approved $200 million within a $600 million state capital package to acquire 20 battery-catenary and diesel-electric locomotives for the MBTA commuter rail network. BOSTON, UNITED STATES - The Massachusetts Department of Transportation board approved a $600 million statewide transport financing package, allocating $200 million directly to modernize the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority commuter rail fleet. Authorized under Chapter 90 legislation within the FY 2026-2030 Capital Investment Plan signed by Governor Maura Healey, the funding supports the procurement of 20 cleaner locomotives. The capital investment targets the systematic retirement of the transit agency's oldest active operating units. How is the funding structured? The $200 million allocation represents one-third of a broader $600 million multi-modal infrastructure allocation administered under the state's five-year capital program. Administered via the MBTA Rail Reliability Program, the capital directs funding into two distinct rolling stock categories: 10 new diesel-electric locomotives and 10 battery/catenary hybrid locomotives. The dual-technology split enables emission-free operations under overhead wires and battery power on non-electrified segments, alongside lower-emission diesel power for longer regional routes. Specific delivery schedules and unit contract prices were not disclosed by state officials during the board vote. Ship by Rail Discover more Book Train Trips Compare Couriers Plan Vacations Key funding data. | Parameter | Value | | Fund / Programme Name | MBTA Rail Reliability Program (FY 2026-2030 CIP) | | Total Value | $200 million ($600 million total statewide package) | | Parties Involved | MassDOT, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) | | Timeline / Completion | Fiscal Years 2026-2030 | | Country / Corridor | United States / Greater Boston Commuter Rail Network | How does this Compare to similar funding programs? State-backed rolling stock recapitalization programs in the United States increasingly prioritize hybrid fleet transitions over pure diesel replacements to address urban emissions regulations. While peers like Chicago's CTA prioritize corridor infrastructure upgrades such as the Blue Line Forest Park Branch, and Texas agency Trinity Metro allocates capital to double-tracking projects (Source: Fort Worth Report, 2026), MassDOT's capital focuses directly on hybrid traction assets. The investment coincides with expansion across the global rail infrastructure market, which reached USD 101.11 billion in 2025 and is projected to expand to USD 126.54 billion by 2030 at a 4.59% compound annual growth rate (Source: Mordor Intelligence, 2025). Independent verification of the competitive tender schedule for the 20 MBTA locomotives was not available at time of publication. Discover more Ship by Rail Editor's analysis. MassDOT's split procurement structure demonstrates a capital-efficient transition strategy that avoids the high upfront expense of full-corridor electrification. By acquiring battery/catenary locomotives alongside standard diesel-electric traction, the MBTA can capture immediate air quality benefits in dense terminal districts without waiting for overhead wires to be strung across outer branches. This dual-track approach matches wider shifts across the railway systems market, which was valued at USD 31.1 billion in 2025 and is forecast to reach USD 50.0 billion by 2036 (Source: Future Market Insights, 2025). Faq. Q: What equipment will the MBTA acquire with the $200 million allocation? A: The MBTA will purchase 10 modern diesel-electric locomotives and 10 battery/catenary hybrid locomotives under its Rail Reliability Program. These 20 vehicles will replace the oldest, most breakdown-prone locomotives on the Boston regional rail system. Q: When will the 20 new locomotives enter active service? A: Delivery milestones and production schedules have not been officially confirmed by MassDOT. The project falls within the Commonwealth's Capital Investment Plan spanning fiscal years 2026 through 2030. Q: How do battery/catenary locomotives function on the MBTA network? A: Battery/catenary locomotives draw power from overhead wires where infrastructure exists and switch to onboard battery reserves on non-electrified track segments. This configuration eliminates diesel exhaust in urban terminals and reduces overall operating noise along suburban branch lines. Discover more Book Train Trips Plan Vacations Compare Couriers Railway infrastructure, rolling stock and transport technologies specialist focused on global rail industry developments, high-speed rail systems, signaling technologies and freight transportation. Covering railway investments, public transport modernization, rail operations and international mobility projects across Europe, Asia and North America. Ship by Rail
Conway embankments slated for repairs. Shelburne Falls Road erosion exacerbated by 2023 flooding CONWAY - Residents may see repairs to failing embankments along Shelburne Falls Road as the town seeks funding for the long-awaited project. According to Town Administrator Véronique Blanchard and Selectboard Chair Christopher Waldo, erosion, worsened by flooding in 2023, has severely damaged three key embankments supporting Shelburne Falls Road. Waldo described the failing embankments as a "huge issue" in town. "The floods of 2023 really exacerbated the problem," Blanchard said in a phone interview on Tuesday. Blanchard envisions nature-based solutions stabilizing the failing embankments to mitigate future erosion. To fund the project, the town plans to use its $75,000 earmark from the state's fiscal year 2026 supplemental budget that state Sen. Paul Mark secured. Considering the high price tag for the project, Blanchard worked with the Franklin Regional Council of Governments to secure an additional $50,500 through the Massachusetts Department of Transportation's Local Early-stage and Actionable Planning (LEAP) Program, which assists city and town governments with the early designing and planning for projects related to transportation and infrastructure. As part of the LEAP Program, MassDOT recommended the town work with Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. on the design engineering, leading the Selectboard to sign a contract with the company on Monday night. Blanchard stressed that the LEAP Program has made the project possible for a small community like Conway. "I'm absolutely thrilled with MassDOT and how much they've been helping FRCOG," she said after the Selectboard meeting. Down the line, Blanchard hopes to enroll the project in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), a multi-year program that helps city and town governments earn federal funding for transportation improvement projects. With designing, planning and funding still to come, the timeline for when work on stabilizing the embankments will begin is uncertain. "It's a long process," Blanchard said. "This is the first step to get us moving on that."