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Transport for London: TfL
Stewart Signs has extensive experience delivering work within the transport sector and safety-critical environments, demonstrated through a trusted, long-standing partnership with Transport for London (TfL) spanning over 20 years.
Since 2004, Stewart Signs has provided tailored graphic solutions across TfL’s diverse fleet of over 9,500 buses, ensuring consistent, high-quality livery, compliance labelling and advertising campaigns throughout London’s complex public transport network.
Stewart Signs’ scope of work includes full vehicle wraps, partial graphics, advertising campaigns and compliance labelling, all delivered to the highest industry standards. The company conducts comprehensive TfL labelling audits onsite, typically during non-operational hours, ensuring that vehicles meet strict compliance requirements without disrupting service. With ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification, Stewart Signs adheres to rigorous quality management and environmental standards, reflecting the company’s commitment to both operational excellence and sustainability.
A key aspect of Stewart Signs’ delivery capability is its in-house design, production and project management expertise. The company maintains an online TfL graphics portal that allows secure, streamlined ordering of replacement graphics and labels. Users can filter by vehicle type, make, model, year and location, ensuring only necessary components are produced. This system reduces waste, improves efficiency and allows vehicles to return to service quickly, maintaining a visually cohesive and fully compliant fleet.
Stewart Signs has demonstrated expertise in large-scale vehicle wrapping through high-profile projects such as the Superloop buses. All 170 Superloop buses have been wrapped and continue to receive ongoing maintenance, delivering bold, standout branding that is visually impactful across London. The company has also developed livery for the Bakerloop buses, part of an innovative new transport initiative, further showcasing its ability to deliver vibrant, high-quality graphics under tight deadlines while supporting TfL’s strategic initiatives.
Compliance labelling is another area where Stewart Signs excels. The company produces over 250,000 parts annually across the UK, maintaining consistency and reliability for TfL’s entire fleet. All production and installation work is carried out by fully trained, compliant installers, working to approved Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS). This proactive, long-term approach ensures that all vehicles meet regulatory and industry standards while safeguarding operational safety.
Since 2016, Stewart Signs has also supported TfL’s environmental and sustainability goals through the production of livery for all-electric buses. This includes the distinctive green leaf livery and “I am an electric bus” decals, applied using non-PVC, recyclable vinyl to reduce environmental impact. These graphics not only enhance the visibility and recognisability of zero-emission vehicles but also reinforce TfL’s commitment to environmental leadership in public transportation.
Stewart Signs’ in-house capabilities extend to design support, colour matching and specialist films. The company holds approved TfL colour-matched samples and provides a range of specialist materials, including anti-graffiti laminates, window films and fully fire-compliant products. This ensures that every vehicle, regardless of type or fleet segment, maintains a consistent brand identity while meeting operational, safety and regulatory requirements.
Project management is central to Stewart Signs’ delivery model. Dedicated TfL Project Managers oversee every project, anticipating and resolving potential issues before they arise. Live tracking tools provide TfL with up-to-date information on project milestones, including photographs of completed vehicles, ensuring full transparency and accountability. Regular reviews of practices and engagement with TfL allow Stewart Signs to continually refine processes, improving efficiency, quality and client satisfaction.
Stewart Signs’ long-term partnership with TfL reflects its capacity to manage complex, large-scale transport sector projects effectively. From maintaining over 9,500 buses to wrapping high-profile marketing campaigns and electric vehicle fleets, Stewart Signs combines technical expertise, operational excellence and safety compliance. The company’s proactive approach to production, installation and project management ensures that TfL’s fleet remains visually impactful, compliant and safe, supporting both operational efficiency and broader sustainability goals.
In summary, Stewart Signs demonstrates a comprehensive capability to supply, manufacture and deliver high-volume, technically demanding transport sector projects. Its expertise spans fleet branding, compliance labelling, environmental sustainability and advanced project management all delivered within a rigorous safety and quality framework. This track record underscores Stewart Signs’ ability to manage a transport sector portfolio with precision, reliability and long-term strategic value.
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