Gen Phoenix, in collaboration with DOY Design, is now supplying Essence, the company’s recycled low-carbon leather, for Heart Aerospace’s regional hybrid-electric aircraft – the ES-30.
The leather has been used to upholster 30 passenger seats in the full-size mockup of Heart’s latest demonstrator plane, Heart Experimental 1 (Heart X1), which was recently unveiled in Sweden.
Essence was chosen for its sustainability, lightweight design and luxurious feel. It offers an 83% lower carbon footprint than traditional leather while maintaining the premium qualities of fine upholstery. Designed for circularity, Essence aligns with the aviation industry’s push for more sustainable, low-emission technologies.
DOY Design selected the recycled low-carbon leather to complement its Ultra-Slim seats. These seats, with their thin structure and higher light levels, are designed to maximise cabin space while minimising environmental impact. This partnership with Heart Aerospace highlights a shared commitment to decarbonising air travel and creating a sustainable future for aviation.
“Our mission is to reduce our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable design practices and using materials like Essence, which offer both sustainability and quality,” says Gary Doy of DOY Design.
