The 2026 Showcase issue of Aircraft Interiors International is now available online! This special edition is packed full of ideas, designs, materials, design approaches and technologies that can help inspire future aircraft cabin projects – and enable their launch.
Market trends
Key trends are arising in the aircraft interiors market, from cabin retrofits to single-aisle lie-flat (SALF) seating and an evolving first-class sector. Counterpoint analyses how the market is changing, and how it may develop in the future.
2025: A year in review
2025 was a good year for the industry, with major new interiors programmes announced and a drive in deliveries. Take a look back at just a few of the many big investments and developments from the year.
THE FINEST DESIGNERS, SHOWCASED…
Thoughts, inspiration, insights and design solutions, from the world’s leading aircraft interior design consultancies…
PRIESTMANGOODE: PriestmanGoode shares the joy of working on an airline design programme that started with a clean slate in terms of brand history, and has resulted in a unique brand experience for Riyadh Air.
ACUMEN: Acumen has redesigned ANA’s iconic THE Room business-class suite for the B787, embracing the opportunity to re-think the boundaries of what is possible on a mid-sized widebody.
PEARSON LLOYD: Pearson Lloyd explains how an independent stance enables the studio to decode project complexity and take responsibility for safeguarding the integrity of brands, and multiple airline brands within a group.
DEEPBLUE STUDIOS: Surfaces, systems and stories: discover how DeepBlue Studios is unlocking innovation throughout the cabin.
DESIGN INVESTMENT: For over 20 years, Design Investment has specialised in aircraft interior design, developing methodologies that go beyond specifications to create premium travel experiences tailored to clients’ needs.
TANGERINE: The team at Tangerine advance design programmes well beyond the aesthetics, making creative leaps that unlock new possibilities and create emotional connections.
LYNINC: LYNINC is driving strategic design for China’s aviation future, delivering world-class design with speed, sensitivity and creativity.
JETLINER CABINS: Is it a boat? Is it a plane? The massive Boeing B314 flying boat was both, and it had a unique passenger experience. Step on board with Jennifer Coutts Clay
SUPPLIER SHOWCASE: THE INTERIORS SUPPLIERS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
Materials, technologies, design innovation and ideas from the world’s leading aircraft interiors suppliers
SEKISUI KYDEX: With the Playground collaborative design and visualisation tool Sekisui Kydex is empowering aircraft interior designers to create and explore without limits. Design teams and suppliers can work together with freedom, selecting the perfect Kydex polymers, colours, and more.
RECARO AIRCRAFT SEATING: Recaro Aircraft Seating is applying lightweight and sustainable innovations in its designs while also striving to improve comfort levels for the next generation of seating.
INSPERIAL: Every surface in the cabin should perform as beautifully as it looks. This is the philosophy at Insperial, the global materials company that designs and manufactures certified premium leathers, cabin laminates, soft goods and decals.
DIEHL AVIATION: The requirements and expectations of accessibility are growing, and Diehl Aviation is responding with the Space3 accessible lavatory. Space3 provides a wide range of benefits for a broad range of passengers, as well as advantages for operators.
AVIOINTERIORS: Aviointeriors proudly presents the new Allegra HD staggered business-class seat, which combines space efficiency, comfort and style.
ROSEN AVIATION: Lee Clark, senior VP strategy at Rosen Aviation, discusses the importance of modularity, personalisation and lifestyle factors in the next generation of aircraft cabins, and the value of multi-solution providers.
MUIRHEAD: Muirhead’s new Duality concept, which will debut at AIX 2026, demonstrates how truly integrated CMF design and engineering, powered by in-house expertise, can deliver certifiable and sustainable aviation interiors.
JIATAI AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT: Jiatai is advancing the next generation of aircraft seating through sustainable materials, intelligent design, lightweight engineering, and an integrated delivery ecosystem that helps airlines boost efficiency, cut emissions, and elevate the passenger experience.
STELIA AEROSPACE: Stelia Aerospace designs and manufactures bespoke premium seats for airlines around the world. In 2025 the company received the Red Dot Award for its eco-designed Opera Essential seat and launched a new version of its Rendez-Vous staggered business-class seat.
TAPIS: Tapis has developed a range of advanced materials specifically engineered for vertical applications in commercial aircraft cabins. These materials combine luxury aesthetics with proven FST and environmental performance.
GEVEN: Italian craftsmanship meets cabin innovation in the new Premium BIZ seat, which Geven developed and customised for Eurowings.
SIMONA BOLTARON: Implementing a strategy of designing for manufacturability can strengthen the supply chain, says Mike Robinette, VP of value-added services at SIMONA Boltaron.
