DB Monitor

DB Monitor Typeface – Designed for Deutsche Bahn Display Panels

DB Monitor was meticulously crafted for Deutsche Bahn’s TFT-based display panels, offering travelers a uniform and highly legible typeface throughout the rail network. The goal was to develop a versatile typeface that ensures clarity and consistency across all displays.

The family includes four styles: Regular, Bold, Italic, and Bold Italic. Even with its compact design, DB Monitor maintains exceptional clarity, ensuring it meets the demands of millions of travelers daily.

Client

Deutsche Bahn, Germany

Role

As part of the Cape Arcona Type Foundry, we were com­mis­sioned with the cre­ation of a cus­tom type for Deutsche Bahn (DB).