Unum Aircraft Seating launches today as a new player in business class seating, addressing the needs of smaller airlines and demand for reliable delivery. We spoke to founder Chris Brady to find out how Unum will achieve its aims, and why now is a good time to launch a new aircraft interiors venture
Boeing has appointed Collins Aerospace as the long-term provider of next-generation lavatories for the 737 family of aircraft. The modular lav, available in 2025, includes touchless functionality, micro-LED lighting, and gives airlines customisation and PRM-friendly options
Singapore Airlines and the National University of Singapore have opened a digital aviation corporate laboratory, intended for the co-creation of technologies that will enhance the air travel experience for passengers. Projects will include seat comfort and sleep quality
JetBlue has announced that John Flaherty is the airline’s new VP of inflight experience, responsible for crew, hospitality and customer enjoyment
AerQ has been showcasing its Aerena modular and open IT platform at APEX Expo this week. The platform has been designed to facilitate greater passenger engagement onboard aircraft, which can lead to efficiency, satisfaction and financial benefits
The work of airlines and aviation suppliers over the past 12 months was recognised at an awards ceremony at APEX/ISA Expo, where the winners of the Official Airline Ratings, Passenger Choice Awards and APEX/IFSA Awards were announced, as well as the recipients of the APEX Health Safety certification
Following an audit, peer review and NPS review, the winners of the first World Class ratings have been announced at an event at APEX/IFSA EXPO in Long Beach, USA
Virgin Australia has revealed a new narrowbody aircraft cabin design prototype, featuring refreshed seat designs. The designs will initially be trialled on two of the airline’s nine new Boeing 737-800s, with a view to rolling out the designs for future aircraft acquired as part of the airline’s fleet expansion
The striking Explorer A330 VIP cabin concept has been developed by Lufthansa Technik and Diehl Aviation to appeal to wealthy lovers of travel and style. The concept features a virtual projection system that can transform the entire sidewalls and ceiling into anything from blue skies to deep oceans, to a disco
At the upcoming Dubai Airshow, Lufthansa Technik AG plans to present further details of its Explorer widebody VIP aircraft cabin concept. From discos to verandas, luxury car garaging to medical wards, the design team has not held back
