Highlights from the November issue include a focus on how to solve the aviation industry’s cabin retrofit issues, a special look at how to design crew uniforms, plus cabin lighting innovations, the latest CMF options, efficient galley equipment, news, views, and more
Lufthansa Technik is launching cabin interior refurbishment options for the Airbus ACJ318 Elite aircraft, as well as a range of technical modifications, from IFE updates to a LEO connectivity option
Registration is now open for Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) 2026 and World Travel Catering & Onboard Service Expo (WTCE) 2026. Both events return to Hamburg Messe in April with brand-new zones – and an entire hall for Gategroup
Emirates’ US$5 billion cabin retrofit programme is continuing to advance at an impressive rate. The next phase of the rollout will start from August 2026, involving 60 A380s and 51 B777s, all of which will be fitted with new onboard products
Bombardier has announced a collaboration with the Elie Saab, the Lebanon-based luxury fashion house popular with royalty and celebrities, for the design of a passenger cabin interior for the Bombardier Global 8000 aircraft
Half-life market values for the Boeing 777-300ER have jumped 78% in 2025, to about US$ 47.6 million, primarily driven by ongoing delays to the 777X programme and limited production of Airbus’ competing A350-1000
The application window for the Crystal Cabin Award, the prestigious honour for innovation in the aircraft cabin, closes on 22nd November. The eight categories of the 2026 awards include a new opportunity for start-up companies to have their innovative ideas assessed and celebrated
Cirium’s 20-year global commercial aircraft market forecast shows a 1% increase in deliveries over the long-term compared to 2024, tempered by the short-term production constraints facing the aviation industry
Boeing, in partnership with Southwest Airlines and Aeroxchange, has completed what they say is the industry’s first parts shipment accompanied by a digital 8130-3 certificate. This electronic certificate can improve supply chain security by preventing unapproved spare parts from entering the aerospace aftermarket
Embraer has reported strong figures for Q3 2025, including a US$31.3 billion backlog and a 5% increase in deliveries. The Commercial Aviation division reported a backlog of US$15.2 billion – an increase of 37% compared to 3Q24
