Source: Moscow Metro
Maksim Liksutov announced that an acoustic cabin has been installed at the Komsomolskaya transfer hub, which connects metro stations, the Moscow Central Diameters (MCD), and major train stations. A second one has been installed at the Nizhegorodskaya transport hub. The booths are free to use until the end of the year.
The acoustic booths are designed for one person and feature: 1) USB and Type-C ports for charging devices; 2) a workstation; 3) adaptive lighting; 4) ventilation, which ensures a constant supply of fresh air.
The sound-absorbing materials in the acoustic booths have already passed all tests. The door is made of translucent glass, preventing visibility into the user’s device.
Cabins can be rented in two ways: by pre-booking a desired time slot in the mobile app of the new acoustic booth rental service or by using time slots starting from 15 minutes on-site. To do this, scan the QR code on the cabin door or posters.
“In today’s world, people work from anywhere, not just in offices, and it’s important for us to follow this trend. That’s why we’re starting to test acoustic cabins in the metro. If needed, you can work or make phone calls in silence. We’re choosing cabin locations that will be popular but won’t disturb passengers. If these quiet spaces prove popular, we’ll introduce them at other stations. We’re continuing to launch new convenient services on public transport, as instructed by Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin,” said Maksim Liksutov.