Transpal
Double B Type · Johan Debit, Tanguy Dortu
An octagonal display typeface developed for French logistics company Aktuel, balancing industrial structure with an approachable warmth.
About
Originally created for the visual identity of Aktuel, a French logistics and event furniture brand, Transpal uses an octagonal construction to evoke the ordered rigidity of transport operations. A single Regular weight is offered, with an extensive glyph set including discretionary ligatures and multiple stylistic sets providing flexibility within the design's sturdy framework. The wide Latin character coverage makes it usable across a broad range of European languages.
Classification
An octagonal geometric sans with structural rigidity derived from industrial and logistical contexts, placing it firmly in the display category. The distinctive octagonal letterforms give it a characterful, purpose-built quality distinct from conventional geometric sans families.