Singapore Airlines is planning a £1.2 billion renovation of its cabins on long-haul aircraft across all classes of travel, with the new product due to be launched in 2027.
The carrier, which unveiled its plans at an event in Singapore last week, will also upgrade its KrisWorld inflight entertainment system, enhance onboard dining and beverage options, and offer high-speed Starlink internet connectivity.
In a statement, Singapore Airlines said the upgrades were designed to “elevate its travel experience to offer customers greater comfort, choice and convenience across their journeys”.
Singapore Airlines will “progressively” introduce the new cabins in the second half of next year when they will be retrofitted on 41 Airbus A350s, as well as being installed on new Boeing 777-9 aircraft.
Goh Choon Phong, CEO of Singapore Airlines, said: “This launch marks another major milestone in Singapore Airlines’ unwavering commitment to elevating the end-to-end travel experience.
“Our customers experience Singapore Airlines as one seamless journey, and this significant investment is designed to deliver greater comfort, choice and convenience at every stage.”
The airline has worked with a host of design firms on the new onboard product including PriestmanGoode for first class, Designworks for business class, and Factorydesign for both premium economy and economy cabins.
Singapore Airlines’ new Boeing 777-9s will feature all four new cabins, while the retrofitted A350-900s will include the new business class cabin, and the A350-900 ULR (ultra long range) will be fitted with first class for the first time.
The new first-class seats will measure 80 inches in length with a width of 30 inches and feature curved sliding doors for privacy. Centre seats can be transformed into a two-seater sofa, which is being billed by the airline as “the largest bed in commercial aviation”.
Seats in business class will measure 79 inches in length with a width of up to 24 inches. They will also feature sliding doors and adjustable centre dividers to offer passengers more privacy and personal space.
Premium economy seats will offer a seat pitch of 40 inches and increased personal storage, while economy seats will have a seat pitch of 31-32 inches.
Singapore Airlines has been renovating its SilverKris lounges around the world, including at its main hub at Singapore Changi Airport. The carrier is also offering more personalised ground services at Changi for Suites and first-class passengers, including priority immigration and security clearance, and a dedicated concierge service.