Can i use train logos on merchandise

[daysofsteam]

hello
i am think of launching a christmas card range
is it okay to use different train logos etc
or wording like LNER, LMS
i have attached some of images
thank you

 

[Peter Mugridge]

You would need to check first if anyone still owns the rights to the logo(s) in question. there's a few people on here who do know at least some of the "who owns what" information.

Quite a surprising number of defunct logos are still registered to various organisations and businesses, including the Department for Transport.

The last thing you would need would be a copyright claim.

 

[daysofsteam]

thanks for your reply
hopefully somebody will help

 

[Journeyman]

The Department for Transport owns many defunct railway brands, they're a good place to start.

 

[daysofsteam]

thank you, do you happen to know
what the email address
regards

 

[Trackman]

That GWR logo copyright is owned by the Science Museum for some merchandising but doesn't mention cards.

Precious metals and their alloys and goods in precious metals or coated therewith, not included in other classes; jewellery; costume jewellery; precious stones and articles made from and/or including precious stones and/or imitations thereof; horological and chronometric instruments, clocks and watches and parts and fittings thereof; cufflinks; pin and lapel badges.

Household or kitchen utensils and containers; combs and sponges; brushes (except paint brushes); brush making materials; articles for cleaning purposes; steel wool; unworked or semi worked glass (except glass used in building); glassware, porcelain and earthenware not included in other classes; tableware; china; flasks; electric and non-electric toothbrushes.

Here's a link with contact details:
You can search for other logos too.

Search for a trade mark - Intellectual Property Office

trademarks.ipo.gov.uk

 

[daysofsteam]

thank you