Berlin Introduces Bus Announcements to Promote Passenger Courtesy

The BVG's new campaign aims to reduce noise and improve mutual respect among passengers, with plans to expand to U-Bahn stations by year-end.

The Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) has implemented new announcements in buses encouraging quieter behavior, such as refraining from loud phone calls and playing videos over speakers.
The initiative, tested since spring, promotes awareness and mutual respect among passengers while aiming to ease the workload on drivers.
Examples of announcements include reminders to offer seats to those in need and to hold on for safety while standing.
The feedback from both passengers and BVG staff has been positive, with many appreciating the effort to create a more considerate environment.
The BVG plans to extend this campaign to U-Bahn stations by the end of the year, further broadening its impact.