What will the inflight experience look like in the future? The Crystal Cabin Awards are a hotbed of innovation, and the 85 shortlisted contenders for the 2026 event signal clear trends in aircraft cabins
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At a late-night ceremony held during the Aircraft Cabin Innovation Summit Europe in Dublin, RedCabin announced its Trinity Award 2025 winners. The winners of the seven categories each demonstrated that their concept has the potential to advance the cabin industry
Korean Air, alongside fellow Hanjin Group carriers Asiana Airlines, Jin Air, Air Busan and Air Seoul, is preparing to introduce Starlink high-speed in-flight connectivity across its entire aircraft fleet in every cabin class
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has appointed Stellar Entertainment as its inflight entertainment (IFE) content service provider (CSP), to give its passengers access to Hollywood blockbusters, international TV, and Azerbaijani programming
Canadian low-cost airline, WestJet, has purchased 22 onboard wheelchairs from Airchair, which will be installed on certain aircraft in the airline’s fleet of Boeing 737s
Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) has selected AirFi as the provider of wireless in-flight entertainment (W-IFE) systems across its Airbus A320 and A321 fleet. The Vietnamese carrier is aiming to establish itself as a premium ‘resort’ airline
Air Cambodia is the launch customer for ATR’s new premium seat featuring the ‘X-Space Table’, a design that converts from a standard double economy-class seat into a single premium seat within minutes. The seat is still under development, with certification expected in Q1 2027
Dnata Catering & Retail has launched Aer Lingus’ new inflight retail programme, strengthening its long-term partnership with the Irish flag carrier. Dnata is responsible for the full management of the retail programme, from product sourcing and procurement, to warehousing and technology provision
Taiwan-based EVA Air has introduced a new range of inflight comfort items designed in collaboration with Paris-based lifestyle brand Maison Kitsuné, and Formia, a specialist in airline amenities
The agreement extends the cooperation between Emirates and Diehl Aviation for A380 cabin retrofits through 2030. Diehl Aviation has expanded its presence in the Middle East with a new EASA Part 21G-approved workshop in the Dubai Airport Freezone