Emirates plans to refurbish another 80 Boeing 777 aircraft as part of a US$3 billion investment to enhance customer experience.
Emirates has set a new benchmark in premium air travel by unveiling its first Boeing 777 with a striking nose-to-tail cabin refresh , ready to make its debut flight to Geneva this afternoon as EK 83. This impressive transformation, completed in just 37 days, has brought the aircraft into service four days earlier than planned.
Emirates’ newly refurbished Boeing 777, features a complete cabin makeover that introduces a luxurious Premium Economy and Business Class.
New Premium Economy Features
In early July, Emirates embarked on a major refurbishment of its Boeing 777, reconfiguring the aircraft to introduce a new Premium Economy cabin. The refreshed Boeing 777 now includes a Premium Economy cabin with 24 cream leather seats arranged in a 2-4-2 layout. With a 38-inch pitch, 19.5-inch width, and 8-inch recline, these seats are designed for maximum comfort, complemented by 6-way adjustable headrests and elegant wood panel accents.
Upgraded Business Class
Emirates has revamped its Boeing 777 with a new Premium Economy cabin featuring 38 seats in a 1-2-1 configuration. Each 20.7-inch-wide ergonomic seat converts into a flatbed that reclines up to 78.6 inches, complete with a padded headrest for added comfort. The cabin’s four-abreast layout ensures direct aisle access for every passenger. Seats are equipped with personal mini-bars, dining tables, multiple charging outlets, and a touchscreen controller for the in-flight entertainment system. Each seat also boasts a large 23-inch HD screen, providing an immersive experience with Emirates’ award-winning ice entertainment system.
Sir Tim Clark, President, Emirates, Airline said, “Our latest Business Class cabin offers customers a sense of exclusivity and privacy, complemented by our best-in-class suite of onboard products. The addition of our popular Premium Economy cabin, rated one of the best in the industry, injects modern sophistication to the flying experience and is carefully designed for more comfort. With more Boeing 777s and A380s refreshed to sport our latest generation onboard products, customers can consistently have the very best experiences in the sky across both aircraft types.”
The Economy Class cabin includes 256 seats in soft greys and blues, with full leather headrests and adjustable side panels for optimal support. The ghaf tree motif, a signature of the Emirates, is prominently featured throughout.
To deliver the first Boeing 777 refurbished aircraft, the airline used a total of:
- 330 square metres of carpets
- 340 laminate sheets
- 8,000 square feet of leather for First, Business and Premium Economy Class seats
- 800 meters of fabric for Economy Class seats
- 300 litres of paint
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Emirates plans to refurbish another 80 Boeing 777 aircraft as part of a US$3 billion investment to enhance customer experience. The revamped aircraft will soon serve additional destinations including Tokyo Haneda and Brussels. The refurbishment project, executed by 175 engineers and technicians at Emirates Engineering in Dubai, has significantly impacted the local aviation ecosystem, involving over 10 major partners and numerous skilled workers.
