REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
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Alaska Airlines debuts its new International Business Class on 787-9 Dreamliners, offering lie-flat suites, premium dining, luxury amenities, lounge access, and Starlink connectivity for a next-level long-haul travel experience.
Lufthansa has launched its new FOX premium onboard experience in First Class, introducing personalised dining, upgraded service elements and a data-driven approach to redefining the long-haul passenger experience.
United Airlines has unveiled United Relax Row, a first-in-North-America Economy seat that converts into a couch with extra comfort, custom bedding, and family-friendly amenities, set to roll out on long-haul flights by 2027.
American Airlines marks 100 years with limited-edition centennial amenity kits, premium pyjamas, and updated slippers. Each kit tells a unique era of the airline’s story, elevating the onboard experience for today’s travellers.
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Lufthansa is elevating long-haul travel with its Future Onboard Experience (FOX), launching with First Class in 2026 and featuring a new partnership with BABOR to deliver premium, personalised inflight skincare and comfort.
Aeroméxico is transforming its Business Class dining experience with a bespoke collection by NewTerritory, reflecting modern Mexican culture and enhancing service, comfort, and efficiency across its 787 fleet in 2026.
Japan Airlines is refreshing its international inflight dining, featuring menus by top Japanese chefs, RED U-35 talent, and an expanded premium beverage selection, enhancing the onboard experience across all classes.
American Airlines is celebrating its 100th anniversary with centennial-themed inflight dining, reimagining 1920s-inspired flavours for today’s premium cabins as part of a wider programme marking a century of flight.
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LOT Polish Airlines has launched the second edition of its ‘Michelin-Starred Flavours in LOT Business Class’ programme. The menu has been developed by Artur Skotarczyk, Head Chef at the Michelin-starred Muga restaurant.
Qantas is elevating the Business Class passenger experience through a strategic partnership with R.M. Williams, launching premium amenity kits that blend Australian heritage, design and functionality.
Emirates is developing new farm-to-fork plant-based onboard dining concepts, focusing on minimally processed, whole foods to meet growing passenger demand for health-conscious and sustainable travel.
Emirates has launched new complimentary amenity kits for Premium Economy and Economy Class on long-haul flights, enhancing the onboard experience with upgraded comfort and wellness products.
American Airlines is starting the new year with bold updates designed to make every journey more enjoyable. Innovative beverage options and refreshed menus aim to further elevate the inflight experience.
Emirates is aiming to redefine First Class sleep, blending hotel-style turndown rituals, sustainable luxury loungewear and premium onboard wellness to create a restorative, end-to-end experience in the sky for travellers.
Riyadh Air has partnered with deSter to launch a signature tableware collection, which aims to combine elegant design, multifunctionality and sustainability, delivering a seamless experience across all cabins.
Air France is enhancing its La Première service with new refined menus created by triple-Michelin-starred chef Anne-Sophie Pic, showcasing French gastronomic excellence in the airline’s most exclusive cabin.
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