Phillip Eng favored for MBTA GM position.

Phillip Eng, former president of the Long Island commuter rail system, is reportedly the top candidate for the vacant post of general manager of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). Eng oversaw a workforce of over 7,000 people at LIRR and improved its on-time performance. The next MBTA general manager will face challenges including complying with federal safety orders, a growing maintenance backlog, and long-delayed projects. The T's subway and bus systems, commuter rail, ferries, and paratransit serve 176 cities and towns in Massachusetts.