he new seats will debut on newly delivered Airbus A350 aircraft and are designed to give passengers greater control over their personal space, comfort and privacy.
Dubai: Emirates has unveiled what it describes as the world's first
electrically powered Premium Economy seat featuring a full-height adjustable
privacy screen between every seat, further enhancing its award-winning Premium
Economy experience.
The new seats will debut on newly delivered Airbus A350 aircraft and are
designed to give passengers greater control over their personal space, comfort
and privacy.
Installed in a 2-3-2 configuration with just 28 seats, the Premium
Economy cabin features seats that are 20 inches wide with a pitch of up to 39
inches. The seats recline into a cradle position without intruding on
passengers seated behind.
Full-height privacy screen
The standout feature is an electrically operated privacy divider that
extends to the full height of the seat, a first for the Premium Economy cabin
segment.
Passengers can raise or lower the screen using seat controls and lock it
into position, creating a more private space for working, dining or relaxing
during the flight.
The seat also includes an integrated Passenger Control Unit, enabling travellers to adjust seating positions at the touch of a button through dedicated settings such as lounge mode and meal mode.
Enhanced comfort
Emirates has also introduced the U-Dream headrest by Safran Seats.
The leather headrest features adjustable wings that can be positioned to
provide additional neck and head support. A manually deployable leather
footrest is designed to improve comfort and help reduce leg fatigue on longer
journeys.
Wireless charging and 4K entertainment
Wireless charging is being offered in Premium Economy for the first
time, allowing passengers to charge compatible devices throughout their
journey.
Each seat also includes USB-C charging ports and a tray table with an
integrated phone holder that enables personal devices to be used as a second
screen.
Passengers can access Emirates' ice entertainment system through a
13.3-inch 4K HDR touchscreen. On new A350 aircraft, travellers will also have
access to additional exterior camera views, including new left and right
aircraft perspectives alongside existing forward and downward-facing cameras.
Premium dining experience
Emirates said the new seat further enhances its Premium Economy
offering, which includes gourmet meals served on Royal Doulton fine china with
linen napkins and Robert Welch cutlery.
The airline noted that passengers also enjoy a curated selection of
premium beverages, available exclusively to Emirates Premium Economy customers
worldwide.
New amenity kits
On long-haul services, Premium Economy passengers will receive reusable
amenity kits created in partnership with United for Wildlife.
Made using bio-based materials including cactus leather alternatives,
the kits feature Aveda skincare products, as well as travel essentials such as
socks, eyeshades, earplugs and a dental kit.
Continuing expansion
Since launching Premium Economy in 2022, Emirates has expanded the cabin
across its growing fleet. The airline said the product is now available on all
markets served by its Airbus A350 aircraft.
The introduction of the new electric seat with a full-height privacy
screen marks the latest addition to Emirates' Premium Economy product, which
has received multiple international industry awards and has become a key part
of the airline's customer experience strategy.
