Book Review 2:

Compiled by the Language and Character Information Administration of China’s Ministry of Education, A Companion to the Use of English Translation in the Transportation Sector is a practical, authoritative reference built on the national standard GB/T 30240 Specification for English Translation in Public Service Areas. Rather than presenting dry technical rules, the book takes an accessible, interpretive approach. It clearly explains the core principles of standardized public-service English translation, and supports the guidelines with over 3,700 recommended translations across 13 transportation-related service scenarios, covering signs, notices, and public prompts. Every entry aligns with official specifications, ensuring reliability for formal public use. This volume is an invaluable tool for professional translators, transportation administrators, urban signage designers, and English learners alike. It bridges the gap between national standards and real-world application, helping users produce accurate, consistent, and idiomatic English for public spaces. Affordable and well-organized, it is a practical, time-saving resource for anyone working on English-language public communication in the transportation field.