London Regional Transport

Official London Transport World Wide Web site launched
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date 16 September 1996
source London Regional Transport
type Press release

London Transport has launched an official Internet World Wide Web site. The site, containing a comprehensive range of useful information on London Transport, London Underground and London Transport Buses, is located at http://www.londontransport.co.uk.

Every page on the new Web site reflects London Transport’s corporate identity, using the world-famous roundel to provide links to other pages. The information held on the site includes a guide to using the transport system, facts and figures, press releases and details of the London Transport Museum.

Norman Cohen, London Transport’s Marketing Director said:

"London Transport recognises that the Internet is gaining prominence as a global communications medium. I believe that the time has come for us to provide information to anyone with Internet access in the form of a well-designed World Wide Web site.

"Our new Web site delivers a major benefit particularly to overseas visitors who can collect essential information before leaving home, easily and cheaply. However, I am sure that all visitors to the site will appreciate the straightforward design and depth of information which it offers."

The site is the fruit of over two months work by Internet production company Corsellis-Montford Group Plc, as James Corsellis explained:

"We have relished the opportunity of working so closely with London Transport on the development of their Internet presence and on the design and creation of their Web site.

"Our Internet production and design experience, in conjunction with the ideas and feedback from London Transport’s skilled Marketing Department, has resulted in a site of which the teams can collectively be proud."

http://www.londontransport.co.uk
The Official London Transport Web Site

HOME PAGE
This is the starting point for visitors to the Web Site. It includes access to:-

o What’s New - new additions to the site are listed here.

o Site Map - a schematic diagram of all the pages available on the site.

o Search - currently under construction, this will enable visitors to perform key word searches across the entire site.

o Contact - this allows visitors to leave comments and ask questions regarding London Transport and the material on the site.

FACTS AND FIGURES
These pages contain a comprehensive selection of fact sheets on:

o London Transport - with information on many subjects including the Unit for Disabled Passengers, design in London Transport and 55 Broadway, headquarters of London Transport.

o London Underground - containing facts on every Underground line, safety, and art and poems.

o London Transport Buses - features information on bus operations, route procurement and the history of the London Bus.

o London Transport Light Rail - including details of Tramlink.

USING THE SYSTEM
This provides a comprehensive guide to using Underground and bus services within London. A highlight of this page is the scaleable Tube Map. A scaleable central London bus map will be added soon. Information is also provided on:-

o Travel Advice

o The Underground

o Buses

o Travelling at Night

0 Tickets and Travelcard Information

CHARTERS AND STRATEGY
This section deals with both the long and short term strategies for maintaining and improving the services of London Transport, London Underground and London Transport Buses. It includes:-

o London Transport Statement of Strategy

o London Underground Customer Charter

o London Transport Buses Passenger Charter

LONDON TRANSPORT MUSEUM
This page gives a flavour of the popular London Transport Museum, based in Covent Garden. Information is included on key exhibits, the Museum at work, opening hours and admission prices.

PRESS CENTRE
updated regularly, this site displays recent Press Notices on a variety of subjects drawn from London Transport, London Underground and London Transport Buses.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
As the title suggests, the answers are provided to many frequently asked questions about London Transport, London Underground and London Transport Buses.

PUBLICATIONS AND MAPS
Although currently under construction, this site will display details of further publications and maps.

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