(Source: Amtrak press release, December 13, 2016)
PORTLAND, Maine — This week marks the 15th Anniversary of Amtrak Downeaster service between Portland, Maine and Boston, Massachusetts, which began on December 15, 2001. The Downeaster continues to provide transportation for commuters, students travelling to or from college, school kids on educational trips, senior citizens, sports fans, beach goers, tourists and more. Since December 15, 2001, more than 46,000 Downeaster trains have operated, transporting more than 6 million passengers the equivalent of nearly 500 million passenger miles. Amtrak operates the Downeaster under agreement with the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA). “Amtrak has enjoyed its partnership with NNEPRA and takes pride in the success of the Downeaster service,” said DJ Stadtler, Executive Vice President, Operations.
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