🔗 Share this article The New Logo for Great British Railways is Revealed. The administration has unveiled the branding for GBR, signifying a notable advance in its agenda to take the railways back into state hands. An National Design and Familiar Symbol The updated design incorporates a Union Flag-inspired colour scheme to represent the UK flag and will be used on locomotives, at railway stations, and across its digital platforms. Notably, the logo is the well-known double-arrow design presently used by the national rail network and originally designed in the 1960s for British Rail. The distinctive double-arrow symbol was previously used by British Rail. A Rollout Plan The introduction of the branding, which was developed by the department, is set to occur over time. Commuters are scheduled to start spotting the newly-branded services across the UK rail network from next spring. In the month of December, the branding will be showcased at major stations, such as Birmingham New Street. The Path to Public Ownership The legislation, which will pave the way the formation of Great British Railways, is currently making its way through the Parliament. The government has argued it is taking control of the railways so the service is "owned by the passengers, delivering for the people, not for private shareholders." Great British Railways will bring the operation of passenger trains and infrastructure under a unified structure. The department has claimed it will unify 17 various organisations and "reduce the notorious red tape and poor accountability that has long affected the railways." Digital Services and Current Public Control The introduction of GBR will also include a dedicated app, which will allow customers to see schedules and reserve journeys absent booking fees. Disabled passengers will also be able to use the application to arrange support. A mock up of how the Great British Railways app could look. Multiple train companies had already been nationalised under the former government, such as LNER. There are currently 7 train operators now in public control, representing about a third of rail travel. In the past year, South Western Railway have been nationalised, with additional operators expected to follow in 2026. Official and Industry Reaction "This isn't just a paint job," commented the relevant minister. It signifies "a new railway, shedding the frustrations of the past and dedicated solely on providing a proper passenger-focused service." Industry leaders have acknowledged the government's commitment to bettering the passenger experience. "We will continue to work closely with industry partners to facilitate a successful changeover to GBR," one executive said.