🔗 Share this article The New Logo for GBR is Unveiled. The administration has presented the logo and livery for Great British Railways, signifying a key move in its agenda to take the railways into public ownership. A National Palette and Iconic Emblem The new livery showcases a patriotic colour scheme to represent the national flag and will be rolled out on GBR trains, at terminals, and across its online presence. Notably, the emblem is the iconic double-arrow design historically used by National Rail and previously designed in the mid-20th century for British Rail. The famous twin-arrow emblem was previously used by the state-owned British Rail. The Introduction Timeline The implementation of the branding, which was designed internally, is scheduled to occur over time. Commuters are expected to start spotting the newly-branded trains on the network from next spring. Throughout the month of December, the branding will be showcased at major stations, such as Birmingham New Street. A Journey to Renationalisation The legislation, which will allow the establishment of Great British Railways, is presently moving through the Parliament. The government has said it is taking control of the railways so the service is "owned by the public, working for the passengers, not for private shareholders." Great British Railways will consolidate the running of passenger trains and tracks and signals under one umbrella body. The department has stated it will unify seventeen different bodies and "reduce the frustrating administrative hurdles and lack of accountability that has long affected the railways." Digital Services and Existing Public Control The launch of Great British Railways will also include a new app, which will let users to see schedules and purchase tickets absent booking fees. Disabled passengers will also be have the option to use the application to arrange support. A mock up of how the GBR application could look. Multiple franchises had already been nationalised under the former administration, such as Northern. There are now 7 operating companies already in state ownership, accounting for about a third of passenger trips. In the last twelve months, c2c have been brought into public ownership, with more anticipated to be added in the coming years. Ministerial and Sector Reaction "This isn't just a new logo," commented the Transport Secretary. It signifies "a fresh start, shedding the problems of the past and dedicated entirely on providing a genuine public service." Industry figures have acknowledged the focus to enhancing services. "The industry will carry on to collaborate with all stakeholders to facilitate a seamless transition to Great British Railways," a representative said.