Lauren Kenealy from Tapis, a leading developer of high-performance fabrics for aircraft interiors, introduces some of the company’s latest products on display at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2026 in Hamburg. Highlights include a new denim-inspired fabric created for Mirus Aircraft Seating
Polyvantis is launching Lexan Lite, a foamed polycarbonate sheet concept aimed at reducing cabin component weight without altering existing certification pathways
AVIC Cabin Systems UK (ACS UK) is showing visitors to AIX a special galley and onboard bar concept designed to enhance functionality, branding, and the passenger experience
Generation Global’s Gencycle+ aims to divert aircraft dress covers and cushions from landfill through material recovery and reuse
Replin by Hainsworth has developed a next-generation 100% wool fabric concept that it claims is the first naturally dyed, aviation-compliant seat fabric in the world
Delta has developed a next-generation Delta One suite for its forthcoming A350-1000s, which will mark the launch of the VantageNOVA platform by Thompson Aero Seating
SHD Composites, a specialist in composites manufacturing, has joined the Ecosuite initiative, a collaborative programme to develop lightweight, sustainable materials and processes for next-generation premium aircraft seating
Demgy Group, a designer and manufacturer of aircraft interior components, has shared details of its plans for Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) 2026, with key themes being advanced materials, functional integration, and scalable manufacturing processes
Scottish Leather Group, the parent company of Muirhead, has acquired Aerotech Systems Limited as part of its strategy to be a vertically integrated, end-to-end supplier of aviation leathers
Iberia, the Spain-based airline, is trialling Recaro seats featuring innovative applications of sustainable materials. The airline will conduct real-world evaluations of the performance of the certified materials in an A320neo
