Singapore Airlines to invest €1.4 billion upgrading luxury long-haul cabins

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Updates include the largest double bed in commercial aviation in first class, pyjamas for business class passengers and Bluetooth pairing with the in-flight entertainment system.

Singapore Airlines was recently named the world’s best airline, but with carriers like Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific hot on its heels, resting on its laurels is not an option.To that end, the Singaporean flag carrier has just announced a S$2 billion (€1.4 billion) investment in its long-haul first, business, premium economy and economy class cabins.Starting from the second half of 2027, these will be introduced on its retrofitted Airbus A350-900 long-haul and ultra-long-range aircraft, as well as its new Boeing 777-9s.More than 5,000 frequent travellers, customers, staff and industry experts were involved in focus groups, surveys and concept testing to make sure the new designs work with…

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