Singapore Airlines unveils S$2b cabin upgrades, including ‘widest double bed in commercial aviation’

The First Class double bed is the largest double bed in commercial aviation, measuring 80 inches in length and 60 inches in combined width. The full-flat bed has 100 per-cent cotton bed linens, a duvet, a choice of pillows and a mattress topper by German luxury bedding specialist Paradies. — Picture courtesy of Singapore Airlines

By Malay Mail

First Published: Tuesday, 10 Nov 2026 5:33 PM MYT

SINGAPORE, Nov 10 — Singapore Airlines (SIA) has unveiled its next-generation long-haul cabin products, featuring new First Class suites with double beds, redesigned Business Class seats with sliding doors, and upgraded Premium Economy and Economy cabins.

The airline is investing more than S$2 billion (RM6.3 billion) in the new seats across all four cabin classes, according to a CNA report.

“One of the things that came out in our customer service was around people trying to be together. They really wanted to meet together, and so you see that in how we have brought out the design in both first and business,” SIA chief commercial officer Lee Lik Hsin said.

The rollout begins in the second half of 2027, covering 41 retrofitted Airbus A350-900 long-haul and ultra-long-range (ULR) jets alongside the incoming Boeing 777-9 fleet.

While the 777-9 will carry all four refreshed cabin types, the retrofitted A350-900 will only get the new Business Class seats.

The A350-900ULR, meanwhile, will offer a First Class cabin for the first time.

Central to the First Class redesign is a mechanism that joins two middle seats into what SIA bills as the widest double bed in commercial aviation.

The First Class double-seater sofa has a privacy divider between the centre seats that can be opened for a shared dining and relaxing space. — Picture courtesy of Singapore Airlines

Measuring 80 inches (203cm) by 60 inches (152cm), the shared bed converts from a two-seater sofa, while solo travellers get a flat bed of 80 inches by 30 inches.

For passengers travelling together, the large table allows face-to-face dining for two and also serves as a workspace, equipped with wireless charging, USB-C ports and universal power outlets.

First Class seats supports face-to-face companion dining, with a large table for two to enjoy meals together. — Picture courtesy of Singapore Airlines

Privacy comes via curved sliding doors, with the cabin finished in Poltrona Frau leather.

Smart cabin controls linked to myKrisWorld also make their debut, with the system memorising a passenger’s preferred seat position and lighting for future flights so settling in becomes easier next time.

Each First Class seat comes with a 32-inch 4K touchscreen, spatial audio and Bang & Olufsen wireless headphones, while passengers can also pair their own compatible Bluetooth devices.

The 777-9 will carry six such suites and the A350-900ULR four, each with direct aisle access.

Business Class centre seats feature enhanced seat ergonomics to provide a smoother, more natural reclining experience, with coordinated adjustments that support the back, legs and body. — Picture courtesy of Singapore Airlines

In Business Class, passengers get sliding doors, full-grain leather and adjustable dividers, with certain middle seats pairing into companion beds.

Flat beds stretch to 79 inches (201cm) by up to 24 inches (61cm), while an angled stowable table frees up footwell space.

Business Class beds are fully flat and measure 79 inches by 24 inches. Selected centre seats can be configured as companion beds when the dividers are lowered. — Picture courtesy of Singapore Airlines

Ergonomic upgrades include adjustable lumbar and leg support, plus a memory-foam padded bedsheet.

Business Class passengers get the same myKrisWorld-linked smart controls as those in First Class, letting them store their preferred seat positions for later trips.

The in-flight entertainment system on Business Class. — Picture courtesy of Singapore Airlines

The seats also come with wireless charging, USB-C ports, personal storage compartments and 4K entertainment screens that measure up to 22 inches, depending on the aircraft.

These seats will appear on the 777-9, A350-900 long-haul and A350-900ULR.

The Premium Economy class seat features a 40-inch seat pitch, full-grain premium leather upholstery and ergonomic features designed to enhance comfort on long-haul journeys. — Picture courtesy of Singapore Airlines

Premium Economy on the 777-9 gains a 40-inch pitch, deeper recline and a four-way headrest, alongside an adjustable leg rest, storage nooks, a cocktail tray and screens up to 16 inches.

The 777-9 will be laid out with 36 Premium Economy seats in a 2-4-2 arrangement.

Economy passengers get ergonomic cushioning, wool-blend upholstery and screens up to 13 inches, with a redesigned recline mechanism opening up knee and shin room.

The new Economy Class seat has a four-way adjustable headrest and a redesigned seat recline mechanism that provides more knee and shin clearance. — Picture courtesy of Singapore Airlines

A secondary display shows live flight data such as Wi-Fi status and lavatory availability.

The 777-9’s Economy cabin will seat 204 in a 3-4-3 layout with a 31-32 inch pitch.

Beyond the seats, SIA is rolling out a next-generation KrisWorld system, Starlink connectivity from early 2027 and over 100 new or refreshed dishes.

Amenity kits will feature Sisley, Byredo and Ink & Water products, while Business Class passengers receive sleeper suits for the first time.

The airline has also spent over S$130 million revamping its SilverKris lounges worldwide, including at Changi Airport.

SIA declined to say which routes will get the new cabins first.