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
Pantone has named its 2026 Colour of the Year as Cloud Dancer, but the reaction from the interiors world is far from unanimous and positive. Instead of sparking excitement, this soft, muted white has left many designers wondering whether Pantone has played it too safe this year
F/List has more than doubled its floor space at its facility in Dubai. The investment is in response to increased demand for aftermarket services and customised cabin materials from Middle East aviation customers
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
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
Following the temporarily suspension in operations of eight Finnair Airbus A321s due to a safety issue with seat covers, the airline has brought in new suppliers and is preparing to return the aircraft into service by the end of the month