e16

E16 is a designation used in different contexts, most commonly in geography and transportation. It can refer to a London postal district and to a trans-European highway designation in the International E-road network.

In the United Kingdom, E16 designates a postcode district in the London postal area. It lies in East London within the London Borough of Newham and covers areas such as Canning Town, Silvertown, and North Woolwich, with the Royal Docks nearby. The area is a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones and includes major transport links such as Canning Town station on the Jubilee Line and various Docklands Light Railway (DLR) services. The district is closely integrated with the Docklands development and the Royal Docks, including venues and facilities near ExCeL London. The E16 area sits along the River Thames and has seen ongoing redevelopment, expansion of transport services, and changes in housing and commercial activity.

In international transport, E16 refers to a European route included in the International E-road network. It is a designation used for a major trans-European road that traverses multiple countries and supports cross-border traffic. The exact route and endpoints are defined by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) and national authorities, and signage reflects this umbrella network rather than a single country’s system. The E16 designation is part of a broader framework intended to facilitate regional connectivity and freight movement across Europe.