Etihad Unveils New Economy Class Furnishings and Tableware

(10 May 2022, 11:36 +07)  Etihad Airways has unveiled its new Economy class soft furnishings and tableware which will be launched on board in the fourth quarter of the year.

Economy class will feature a 35% larger pillow with a 200 thread-count cotton cover, complemented by a soft blanket made from recycled plastic.

Etihad’s new dining experience features reusable tableware made from recycled plastic and eliminates the use of single-use plastic.

The tray, serving plates and their lids are part of a closed loop recycling system. At the end of their lifecycle, they are collected, washed, ground and reused to make new replacement products.

Etihad's new Economy Class tableware will take off in Q4 2022

Etihad is also introducing stainless-steel cutlery in Economy Class, upgrading the dining experience while also reducing single-use plastic.

In 2019, Etihad committed to remove 80% of single-use plastic from its operations by the end of 2022 and the introduction of this new inflight equipment ensures the airline meets this sustainability goal.

Where possible, Etihad is also moving towards locally produced items which will further improve the overall environmental impact of the operation.

Terry Daly, Executive Director Guest Experience, Brand and Marketing, said, “Etihad is trailblazing when it comes to sustainability in aviation. Following extensive research and development through our eco-flights over the past few years, we’re proud to reveal the first in a series of enhancements to our inflight experience. Our commitment to sustainability doesn’t come at a compromise to the quality and thoughtfulness behind Etihad’s guest experience, and these innovative new products will further improve our offering. We look forward to rolling out this new experience across the fleet towards the latter part of the year.”

Etihad also offers Economy Space seating which provides an additional 4” of legroom as well as neighbour-free seating, innovative options available for an additional fee.