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July 7, 2025 | Australia/NZ

Keolis to acquire Downer’s stake in Australian joint venture

Keolis says the move will help to reshape its approach to the Australian market.

February 4, 2025 | Australia/NZ

Adelaide commuter network returns to public sector

Keolis Downer surrenders operating contract early following deal agreed in 2023.

April 5, 2023 | Financial

South Australia and Keolis agree timetable for Adelaide network handover

Operation of the Adelaide Metro commuter network will transfer to the public sector in January 2025.

June 16, 2022 | Metros

South Australia to tear up Keolis Downer contract following election

The agreement was signed in 2020, but was opposed by the Labor Party which has since won the South Australian elections.

January 28, 2021 | Australia/NZ

Keolis Downer accredited to run Adelaide Metro network

Australia's Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) has accredited Keolis Downer, enabling the group to begin operating the 130km Adelaide Metro commuter rail network at the end of the month.

September 21, 2020 | Australia/NZ

Adelaide commuter network operation contract awarded

THE Department of Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) for the state of South Australia has awarded a $A 2.1bn ($US 1.5bn) eight-year contract to Keolis Downer for the operation of the 130km Adelaide Metro commuter rail network from February 2021.

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