Emirates unveils world’s first electric premium economy seat
Installed in the Emirates A350 Premium Economy cabin in a spacious 2-3-2 configuration with just 28 seats, the new seat represents the airline's latest investment in continuously raising the bar for customer experience.
Introducing Emirates’ World-First Electric Premium Economy Seat with Full-Height Privacy Screen (Courtesy)
________________ Emirates’ new electric premium economy seat featuring an integrated phone holder. (Courtesy)
Emirates is taking premium economy to a new level with the unveiling of what it describes as the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat, combining enhanced comfort, greater privacy and technology normally associated with higher cabin classes.
According to a press release issued today (Monday) by Emirates, the new seat will debut aboard newly delivered Airbus A350 aircraft and introduces a full-height, adjustable privacy screen between every seat, a feature Emirates says is the first of its kind in a Premium Economy cabin worldwide.
Installed in the Emirates A350 Premium Economy cabin in a spacious 2-3-2 configuration with just 28 seats, the new seat represents the airline's latest investment in continuously raising the bar for customer experience.
Seats also recline into a cradle position without intruding on the row behind, so that customers can comfortably sleep and relax inflight.
For Africa, this milestone marks a significant enhancement to the region’s travel offering. Emirates’ A350 Premium Economy is now available on daily services between Dubai and Entebbe, Tunis and Cape Town, giving customers in these markets direct access to the airline’s latest-generation cabin and a new level of comfort for travel.
Designed to bridge the gap between Economy and Business Class, Premium Economy offers a compelling combination of additional space, enhanced privacy, superior dining and elevated service, providing an attractive option for both business and leisure travelers seeking additional comfort on short to long-haul journeys.
How does it work?
Customers can effortlessly raise or lower the divider using the seat controls and lock it into position, creating a more private and personal environment for relaxing, dining or working throughout the flight.
The new seat marks Emirates' first fully electrically powered Premium Economy seat, where customers can also adjust their preferred seating position at the touch of a button using the integrated Passenger Control Unit, with dedicated settings like lounge mode and meal mode.
Wireless charging is also being introduced to Premium Economy for the first time, allowing customers to conveniently power compatible devices throughout the flight.
Every seat also includes USB-C charging and a practical tray table with an integrated phone holder, transforming personal devices into a convenient second screen during meals or entertainment.