Wright – THE BEAUTY OF TRANSPORT – IN SEARCH OF PERFECTION 2021

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This 13-page, richly illustrated blog post from The Beauty of Transport, published in December 2022, offers an authoritative deep dive into ‘Rail Symbol 2,’ the contemporary redesign of Britain’s iconic railway double arrow by graphic designer Nick Job for Network Rail. Penned by a deeply knowledgeable author who consulted directly with Job and Network Rail personnel, the document meticulously chronicles the symbol’s history, its previous misinterpretations, and the precise design rationale behind the new version. It features a wealth of high-quality photographs, historical imagery, and diagrams that visually articulate the evolution and application of the double arrow. Essential reading for design historians, railway enthusiasts, and anyone interested in corporate identity or the future branding of Great British Railways, this article provides a trustworthy and comprehensive account of a national design icon’s renewed journey.