APEX & IFSA are gearing up for the 2024 APEX/IFSA Awards programme, which recognises new and innovative achievements implemented over the past year. Submissions for award nominations are now being accepted, as are applications to join the judging panel
China has been one of the last countries to see its aviation sector recover fully from the effects of the pandemic. However, on 6th June, Cathay Group reactivated its 85th and final aircraft from storage, marking a landmark moment for aviation
Airbus has entered into agreements with China Airlines to retrofit its A350 cabins with a new cabin layout and hardware, and with Thai Airways, to retrofit its fleet of 20 A320ceo aircraft with reclining business-class seats
Eltra Services Beijing, a subsidiary of Airbus which provides repair and technical support services to airlines in China and the Asia-Pacific region, has signed an aircraft parts build agreement with Jiatai Aircraft Equipment
The winners of the Crystal Cabin Awards – the most prestigious awards celebrating innovation in aircraft cabin technology and the passenger experience – have been revealed. Some of the biggest names in airlines and aviation were competing for the coveted trophies, and being a finalist is an achievement in itself. Take a look at the innovations that can enhance the travel experience, both today and tomorrow
The Future Aviation Forum in Riyadh got off to a strong start, with Saudia announcing an agreement to purchase 93 Airbus A321 neos, and 12 A320 neos, at a cost of US$19 billion. The order marks the largest aircraft deal in Saudi aviation history
The organisers of Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) have released the seminar programme for CabinSpace Live 2024, a two-day event where industry experts from big players such as Airbus, Lufthansa Technik, Iberia, Hughes, TAP Airlines, and Recaro Aircraft Seating will share their experiences and insights for creating the cabin of tomorrow
Louis Philippe Mallette has been promoted to the position of president of AJW Technique, the 220,000 sq.ft. MRO facility in Montreal
Emirates is preparing to retrofit an additional 71 A380s and B777s, extending the airline’s nose-to-tail cabin refreshes to 191 aircraft. The move will increase availability of premium economy and ensure product consistency across the fleet
RedCabin and APEX are collaborating to deliver a webinar titled ‘Accelerating Aircraft Cabin Innovation Certifications’ on 14th May. The panel will include Boeing, Airbus, the FAA, Qatar Airways, Diehl Aviation and ZIM Group
