A hundred years of Johnston – the iconic typeface of the London Underground
Paul Wilson, University of Leeds It’s been 100 years since the London Underground’s distinctive typeface made its first appearance. Alongside the unmistakable... Read More
Check out these hand drawn maps of London by illustrator Jenni Sparks
Are you a fan of beautiful maps and intricate illustration? You’re gonna LOVE this. Illustrator and map-maker Jenni Sparks has created this... Read More
11 months to go: first iconic Elizabeth Line roundels installed
With just 11 months to go until London’s newest rail line opens, the first iconic roundels have been seen at stations across... Read More
We could be flying from London to Paris in electric planes within a decade
Startup company Wright Electric have unveiled their concept for an electric-powered plane – and they’re hoping to run commercial flights within the... Read More
In pictures: Buses of the #TubeStrike
The Tube was hit by yet another strike this week. But it wasn’t all doom and gloom for Londoners (well, not for those... Read More
10 UK bus liveries we really, really miss
The UK bus scene in 2016 is the most colourful you’ll find anywhere in the world. There are some truly stunning liveries... Read More
Govia wins Thameslink franchise
Govia has won the franchise to operate the TSGN (Thameslink, Southern and Great Northern) franchise from September. The Go-Ahead and Keolis joint... Read More
Arriva goes ‘open access’ with GNER
Arriva has announced its application for permission to begin a new high-speed rail service between Edinburgh and London. The service, if approved,... Read More
Bombardier wins £1bn Crossrail contract
Bombardier has won a £1bn contract to supply trains and a new depot for Crossrail. In a press release, Transport for London... Read More
Infographic – a visual guide to Boris Island
Here’s something we came across recently. Boris Island, explained through the medium of infographics. Enjoy! This infographic was produced by Coba Europe. Explore... Read More