Ethiopian Airlines Bets on Comfort and Efficiency with New Safran Z400 Seats for Its Boeing 777-9 Fleet
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest carrier, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Safran for the acquisition of innovative Z400 economy-class seats, which will equip its eight Boeing 777-9 aircraft. This significant agreement was finalized during the International Aircraft Exhibition in Hamburg and underscores the airline’s modernization strategy.
Scheduled Deliveries and Specifications of the New Seats
The delivery of these eight Boeing 777-9 aircraft is scheduled for mid-2027. Each plane will feature 383 economy-class seats, reflecting Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to fleet expansion and enhanced passenger experience.
Designed specifically for long-haul flights, Safran’s Z400 seats offer a notable advancement in onboard entertainment with their 13-inch screens—a significant upgrade from the previous 11.6-inch models. Additionally, these seats are 12.5% lighter compared to the prior generation, thanks to an optimized structure with fewer components and advanced lightweight materials. This weight reduction translates to greater operational efficiency and sustainability.
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A Long-Term Strategic Partnership
Ethiopian Airlines and Safran have maintained a strong relationship over the years, marked by their ongoing collaboration in providing seats for Airbus A350 aircraft in both economy and business-class configurations. This new partnership reaffirms the airline’s trust in Safran’s technology to deliver superior products for its new fleet.
Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mesfin Tasew expressed enthusiasm about the agreement: “We are delighted to have signed this MoU with Safran for the supply of Z400 seats for our Boeing 777-9 fleet. As a technology-driven airline, we are committed to elevating our passengers’ onboard experience through cutting-edge solutions that ensure comfort, operational efficiency, and sustainability.”
Victoria Foy, CEO of Safran Seats, highlighted the importance of the collaboration: “We are pleased to deepen our partnership with Ethiopian Airlines by providing our advanced Z400 seats for their B777-9 fleet. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to innovation and excellence in passenger comfort, supporting Ethiopian Airlines’ expansion and the enhancement of its onboard services.”
With this new acquisition, Ethiopian Airlines reinforces its position as one of Africa’s and the world’s leading airlines, prioritizing innovation and passenger comfort.
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