The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has launched the Deforestation-Free Leather Fund, set up to enable and support initiatives that make leather supply chains more sustainable, partly by improving the traceability and resilience of the chains
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Airframe Designs has completed a collaborative R&D project with the aim of advancing additive manufacturing of ultra-polymer aircraft cabin interior parts. The aim of the project is to open-up opportunities for flight-worthy parts within the aircraft cabin environment and aircraft interiors market
Muirhead has developed BioPro Foam, which it says is the world’s first naturally fire-resistant, protein-based aviation biofoam. The foam is made with hydrolysed collagen – a by-product of Muirhead’s own leather manufacturing processes
STG Aerospace has worked with a packaging supplier to find a more sustainable way to transport its eco-focused emergency exit marking products. STG claims it has almost halved the weight and cost of the packaging
Aeroméxico is bringing in a new business-class bedding kit, called the Premier One Comfort Kit. The kit has been designed by NewTerritory and crafted by John Horsfall, as part of a wider project to refresh the visual language of the airline’s aircraft interiors
Following another year of hosting events that bring together industry leaders, RedCabin ended 2024 by welcoming delegates from around the world to its first Asia event, to discuss the latest innovations in aircraft cabin interiors. Engineers, designers and manufacturers shared many insights
The organisers of World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) have announced that the ‘Wellbeing Walk-Through’ will return for the 2025 show. The feature gives visitors an immersive experience where they can explore the show floor and learn about the latest products that can enhance passenger health, wellbeing and comfort
An impressive lineup of aircraft interior innovation has been assessed by the Crystal Cabin Awards judging panel, to decide the 22 finalists across the seven categories. Many leading airlines, suppliers, manufacturers and design firms are competing to have their innovations recognised by the world’s most prestigious prize for innovation in aircraft interiors
The 2025 Showcase issue of Aircraft Interiors International is now available online! This special issue is packed full of ideas, designs, materials, design approaches and technologies that can inspire and enable future cabin projects.
The Crystal Cabin Award is the most prestigious prize that recognises innovation in aircraft design, the passenger experience, cabin technology, sustainability, and the wider aviation industry. The 2025 shortlist features more than 50 innovations across seven categories, including advances in sustainability and accessibility