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Gulf Business
30-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Comfort for less: A sneak peek at Saudi's flynas' latest-generation seats
Image credit: Saudi Press Agency/Website flynas, the Saudi air carrier and a leading low-cost airline in the Middle East and globally, has signed an agreement to equip its new Airbus A320neo aircraft with the latest-generation seats. Read- This agreement marks a new benchmark for comfort in low-cost aviation. The airline has partnered with Safran, one of the world's top manufacturers of aircraft seats. Image credit: Saudi Press Agency/Website Agreement signing The agreement was signed during flynas' participation in the Arabian Travel Market, held in Dubai from April 28 to May 1. The signing ceremony was attended by flynas Chairman Ayed Al Jeaid, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Bander Almohanna, and Safran Seats France Executive Vice President Quentin Munier. New seats for flynas The partnership will outfit flynas cabins with seats specially designed for the airline. These new economy-class seats will feature distinctive designs, smart cushions, and modern technologies to enhance passenger comfort. As flynas operates A320neo aircraft on flights of up to six hours, the new seats are well-suited for both medium- and long-haul journeys, 'Through our strategic partnership with Safran, we are preparing to reshape our future cabins with smart designs, stylish features, and next-level technologies,' said Almohanna. Supporting growth and expansion 'This partnership aligns with our growth and expansion strategy, launched in parallel with the National Civil Aviation Strategy. The strategy aims to connect Saudi Arabia with 250 international destinations, accommodate 330 million passengers, and host 100 million tourists annually by 2030. It also supports the objectives of the Pilgrims Experience Program to facilitate access to the Two Holy Mosques,' Almohanna added. 'This marks our first collaboration with flynas, and we are delighted to support its operations in the coming years,' said Munier. He highlighted that the new Z200 seats offer benefits for both passengers and airlines. flynas ranked among the best Z200 seats: Comfort meets efficiency The Z200,
Arabian Post
30-04-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
flynas Partners with Safran to Upgrade A320neo Fleet with Z200 Seats
flynas has entered into an agreement with Safran to outfit its upcoming fleet of 60 Airbus A320neo aircraft with the latest-generation Z200 seats. The memorandum of understanding was formalised during the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, with deliveries scheduled to commence in the latter half of 2025. Each aircraft will feature a 174-seat configuration, comprising both Economy and Premium class sections. The Premium section, spanning four rows at the front of the cabin, will offer enhanced passenger comfort with wider seat pitch, adjustable headrests, and a middle seat blocker to provide additional personal space. The Economy class will be equipped with seats designed for medium- to long-haul flights, incorporating features such as smart cushions, portable electronic device holders, dual USB-A and USB-C power ports with 60W output, lower literature pockets, coat hooks, and cup holders. Bander Almohanna, CEO of flynas, highlighted that this collaboration aligns with the airline's expansion strategy, which aims to connect Saudi Arabia with 250 international destinations, accommodate 330 million passengers, and host 100 million tourists annually by 2030. He stated that the partnership with Safran is instrumental in reimagining flynas' future cabins with smart design and advanced technologies, offering passengers a unique and comfortable travel experience. Quentin Munier, Executive Vice President of Safran Seats France, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, noting that this marks Safran's first partnership with flynas. He emphasized that the Z200 seats are designed to deliver benefits for both passengers and operators, enhancing comfort and operational efficiency.
