🔗 Share this article The Fresh Identity for GBR is Shown. The government has revealed the visual identity for Great British Railways, marking a major move in its plans to take the railways into public ownership. An Patriotic Design and Historic Logo The fresh livery features a patriotic palette to mirror the national flag and will be applied on locomotives, at stations, and across its online presence. Notably, the symbol is the iconic double-arrow symbol historically used by the national rail network and first introduced in the mid-20th century for the former state operator. The famous double-arrow symbol was previously used by British Rail. A Implementation Plan The rollout of the design, which was created in-house, is set to take place gradually. Commuters are set to begin seeing the newly-branded services across the UK rail network from the coming spring. Throughout December, the branding will be showcased at major stations, like Glasgow Central. The Journey to Nationalisation The legislation, which will pave the way the creation of Great British Railways, is currently moving through the legislative process. The administration has argued it is taking control of the railways so the system is "owned by the passengers, working for the public, not for profit." The new body will bring the operation of train services and tracks and signals under a single organisation. The government has stated it will merge seventeen different entities and "eliminate the frustrating bureaucracy and lack of accountability that continues to plague the railways." Digital Services and Existing Public Control The launch of Great British Railways will also involve a dedicated app, which will enable passengers to see train times and book tickets free from additional fees. Disabled travellers will also be able to use the app to book help. A mock up of what the GBR app might appear. Multiple franchises had previously been taken into public control under the outgoing government, such as Northern. There are currently 7 operating companies already in public control, accounting for about a third of passenger trips. In the last twelve months, South Western Railway have been nationalised, with additional operators anticipated to follow in 2026. Official and Sector Reaction "The new design is more than a new logo," stated the relevant minister. It signifies "a new railway, casting off the frustrations of the previous system and concentrated completely on offering a reliable public service." Industry leaders have welcomed the focus to improving services. "We will continue to collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure a successful changeover to Great British Railways," a senior figure noted.