Sustainability has become a central design principle in aviation. This category winner demonstrates how environmental requirements and high functional standards can be consistently combined in cabin design.
The modular R Sphere – Sustainability Concept Seat saves approximately 1.5 kg per passenger and reduces CO₂ emissions by around 55 metric tons per single-aisle aircraft annually. The seat is made of recyclable materials, service-friendly modular components, and optimized surfaces for cleaning and maintenance, thereby supporting a sustainable and flexible cabin configuration.

The jury recognized this entry “for its long-standing commitment to sustainability and continuous incremental innovation. It combines multiple dimensions of sustainability—including materials, weight reduction, and circularity—into a single seat concept. A key highlight is the use of a sugar cane-based composite material. Already in revenue service, the seat delivers significant weight savings, modern premium design, and a strong focus on recyclable materials.”

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