Etihad Airways has launched the first commercial flight of its all-new A321LR. The latest cabin innovation is designed to deliver the same elevated service and attention to detail as its widebody experience.

A round-up of the latest aircraft cabin developments, exploring how airlines are using cabin design and ambience to improve the onboard passenger experience.
Etihad Airways has launched the first commercial flight of its all-new A321LR. The latest cabin innovation is designed to deliver the same elevated service and attention to detail as its widebody experience.
LOT Polish Airlines and RECARO have announced that seat production for the airline will take place exclusively at RECARO’s Poland facility – for the retrofit of LOT’s B787-8 Economy Class seats to the R3, and more.
American Airlines is expanding its premium Flagship Suite seats to three continents this winter on its newly designed Boeing 787-9 aircraft. This is part of efforts to give travellers “an elevated experience”.
All Nippon Airways has unveiled ‘THE Room FX’ in collaboration with Safran. This next-generation Business Class concept has a privacy door for each seat of the Boeing 787-9 aircraft for “the future of luxury flight”.
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Emirates is continuing its retrofit program, with the introduction of refurbished A380s and 777s on several routes. The aircraft feature Emirates’ latest generation premium onboard experience.
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new digitally-native airline, has unveiled its cabin interiors, which are designed to blend luxury and comfort to deliver “a unique and market-changing premium experience”.
Aer Lingus has partnered with RECARO to enhance passenger comfort with the inclusion of the R3 aircraft seat in its new A321XLR aircraft. The aim is to deliver “a seamless and relaxing journey for every customer”.
Flag carrier TAAG Angola Airlines has selected Unum Aircraft Seating to be the Business Class seating supplier for its Boeing 787 aircraft, as part of its ongoing investment in enhancing passenger experience.
All Nippon Airways is furthering its commitment to elevating CX, with RECARO’s new R3 Economy Class and R4 Premium Class seats designed specifically for its next-gen cabins on international routes.
Lufthansa is elevating the First Class experience with its new Allegris cabin interior available this summer on several routes from Munich Airport. It is also investing in exclusivity and comfort on the ground.
Korean Air is upgrading its airport lounges and introducing Premium Economy cabins as part of its service enhancement strategy. Renovated lounges at ICN will offer an elevated customer experience.
Malaysia Airlines has announced an order for 18 Boeing 737-8 and 12 737-10 aircraft. The order will enable the airline “to deliver cutting-edge premium cabin offerings and state-of-the-art tech to customers”.
Air France is reinventing the travel experience with the launch of its most exclusive cabin – La Première. Both at the airport and onboard, La Première guests will experience an exclusive and personalised CX.
Emirates is expanding the rollout of its retrofitted Boeing 777s. The upgraded aircraft are designed to combine accessible luxury with comfort and feature the new Emirates 777 Business Class.
SWISS has introduced a new onboard experience for customers travelling in Economy and Premium Economy on long-haul flights. The revamped CX includes product innovations and new service features.
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