NMBS/SNCB, National railway headquarters at Avenue de la Porte de Hal, Brussels, Belgium
NMBS/SNCB is Belgium's national railway company and operates a network connecting cities and communities throughout the country. The system includes various train types, from local services to international connections, serving millions of passengers daily.
The company was founded in 1926 as a successor to the Belgian State Railways and established as a statutory corporation. Over the decades, it became Belgium's primary railway operator and has continually modernized its infrastructure.
The company reflects Belgium's linguistic diversity through its dual-language name and presence across all regions of the country. This multilingual identity shows in daily communications and allows speakers of different languages to use the network equally.
Access to tickets, schedules, and information is available through mobile apps, websites, and ticket counters at stations. It's wise to check arrival and departure times and allow enough time before traveling, especially during peak hours.
The company's distinctive logo was designed in 1936 by Henry van de Velde and features a single letter B within an oval. This design allows recognition across language barriers and remains visible on all trains and stations today.
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