đź”— Share this article The Fresh Branding for the UK's National Rail Body is Unveiled. The Transport Department has presented the visual identity for GBR, constituting a notable step in its strategy to bring the railways under public control. An Patriotic Design and Iconic Symbol The updated design features a red, white and blue design to mirror the national flag and will be rolled out on locomotives, at stations, and across its website and app. Interestingly, the symbol is the iconic double-arrow logo currently used by National Rail and first designed in the mid-20th century for the former state operator. The iconic twin-arrow symbol was formerly used by British Rail. The Introduction Timeline The rollout of the branding, which was designed in-house, is scheduled to happen over time. Commuters are expected to begin spotting the freshly-liveried trains on the network from spring next year. In the month of December, the visuals will be showcased at prominent railway stations, like Manchester Piccadilly. The Path to Nationalisation The proposed law, which will pave the way the creation of Great British Railways, is presently moving through the House of Commons. The government has stated it is renationalising the railways so the network is "run by the passengers, operating for the passengers, not for corporate interests." The new body will consolidate the running of passenger trains and infrastructure under a single organisation. The department has said it will combine seventeen different entities and "reduce the notorious red tape and accountability gap that hinders the railways." App-Based Services and Current Ownership The introduction of GBR will also feature a new app, which will allow users to view schedules and book tickets without booking fees. Disabled travellers will also be have the option to use the app to request assistance. A concept of what the Great British Railways application might appear. Multiple operators had earlier been nationalised under the outgoing government, including LNER. There are now seven operating companies now in public hands, accounting for about a third of passenger trips. In the past year, c2c have been brought into public ownership, with additional operators anticipated to follow in 2026. Ministerial and Industry Reaction "This is not simply a paint job," said the Transport Secretary. It signifies "a fresh start, shedding the issues of the previous system and focused entirely on delivering a proper public service." Rail representatives have welcomed the pledge to enhancing the passenger experience. "The industry will carry on to cooperate with all stakeholders to support a successful handover to GBR," one executive noted.