🔗 Share this article A Fresh Logo for GBR is Unveiled. The UK government has disclosed the branding for the new national rail body, signifying a notable step in its agenda to bring the railways under nationalisation. A National Colour Scheme and Iconic Logo The fresh branding showcases a patriotic design to reflect the UK flag and will be applied on rolling stock, at terminals, and across its online presence. Notably, the symbol is the iconic double-arrow symbol historically used by the national rail network and first designed in the mid-20th century for the former state operator. The distinctive double-arrow logo was formerly used by British Rail. A Implementation Timeline The rollout of the new look, which was designed in-house, is expected to take place gradually. Passengers are scheduled to begin seeing the freshly-liveried trains on the network from next spring. Throughout December, the branding will be exhibited at prominent stations, like Leeds City. The Journey to Public Ownership The legislation, which will allow the formation of GBR, is currently moving through the Parliament. The government has argued it is bringing back into public ownership the railways so the service is "owned by the passengers, delivering for the people, not for corporate interests." GBR will bring the running of passenger trains and tracks and signals under one umbrella body. The government has claimed it will merge seventeen various bodies and "cut through the frustrating bureaucracy and poor accountability that hinders the railways." Digital Features and Current Ownership The introduction of Great British Railways will also involve a dedicated app, which will allow passengers to see schedules and reserve journeys absent additional fees. Accessibility passengers will also be able to use the app to book help. A concept of how the GBR app could look. Several train companies had previously been nationalised under the former government, including Northern. There are currently seven operating companies already in public hands, covering about a third of rail travel. In the last twelve months, South Western Railway have been nationalised, with additional operators anticipated to be added in the coming years. Ministerial and Industry Comments "This is more than a new logo," stated the Transport Secretary. It symbolises "a new railway, casting off the frustrations of the previous system and dedicated entirely on offering a reliable passenger-focused service." Industry figures have responded positively to the government's commitment to bettering the passenger experience. "We will continue to cooperate with all stakeholders to support a successful changeover to the new system," a senior figure noted.