Gov. Maura Healey has named a new GM for the MBTA, appointing Phillip Eng, a former top executive at the New York City transportation system, to lead the embattled agency.

“Phil Eng is the proven leader the MBTA needs to improve safety and reliability across the system and restore the public’s trust,” said Healey in the Monday morning announcement. “He understands that a functioning transportation system is essential to a functioning economy, and he has a track record of taking the reins of struggling public transit systems and dramatically improving service. He also takes a collaborative approach to his work and maintains open lines of communication with customers, workers, businesses, local officials and communities.”

Eng worked his way through the ranks of the New York State Department of Transportation beginning in the ‘80s, ultimately serving as Executive Deputy Commissioner and Chief Engineer from 2013-2017. He then served as Chief Operating Officer of the MTA, where he oversaw efforts to improve performance and efficiency across all agencies, including the NYC Transit Authority, Metro-North Railroad, Long Island Rail Road and MTA Bridges and Tunnels.

Eng is due to be introduced in Massachusetts at a 2:30 p.m. event at the Green Line’s Riverside Station.

– Developing