Ethiopian Airlines Offers Collins Aerospace Contract To Manufacture  Next Level Business Class Seating

Ethiopian Airlines has finalized a significant agreement with Collins Aerospace, a U.S.-based RTX business, to equip 67 of its Airbus A350 and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft with advanced business class seating solutions. The contract, signed during the Dubai Air Show, underscores the airline's commitment to elevating its passenger experience and maintaining a competitive edge in the global aviation market. This strategic investment aims to redefine comfort and luxury for travelers across its expanding network.

Under the terms of the agreement, 11 new Ethiopian Airlines A350-900 aircraft will feature Collins' premium Elevation suites. These suites are designed to offer enhanced privacy, superior comfort, and ample personal space for working, dining, or relaxation, ensuring a consistent high-end experience across the airline's A350 fleet, including its recently announced Boeing 777-9 orders. Additionally, 56 Ethiopian 737 MAX aircraft will be outfitted with Collins' Parallel Diamond business class seats, bringing elegant design and wide-body comfort to longer-range single-aisle operations.

Ethiopian Airlines' Chief Operating Officer, Retta Melaku, emphasized that these new seating solutions will significantly enhance the overall flight experience. Collins Aerospace highlights the advanced kinematic design of its seats, which are angled towards the windows to maximize passenger space, privacy, and cabin density. This partnership not only provides luxury air travel accommodations but also distinctly reflects and amplifies Ethiopian Airlines' rapidly expanding brand presence to travelers worldwide. While the specific cost and delivery timeline for the contract remain undisclosed, this move solidifies Ethiopian Airlines' position as a leading African carrier focused on premium passenger services.