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Collaboration, Digitalization & Standardization Key to Faster Certification of Cabin Innovations, Say APEX/RedCabin Webinar Panelists
May 17, 2024  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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An insightful webinar co-hosted by APEX CEO Dr. Joe Leader and RedCabin Founder and CEO Monica Wick this week saw senior leaders from airlines, OEMs and suppliers explore how to speed up the certification process for innovative new cabin interiors products.  Collaboration will Always be King All panelists agreed that early collaboration between all relevant […]

APEX, RedCabin to Host Webinar on Certifying New Aircraft Cabin Innovations
May 10, 2024  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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APEX and RedCabin are coming together on Tuesday May 14 at 11:00 AM EDT to broadcast an hour-long live webinar focused on “Accelerating Aircraft Cabin Innovation Certifications.” Register here. Hosted jointly by APEX CEO Dr. Joe Leader and RedCabin Founder and CEO Monica Wick, the webinar will feature esteemed panelists including Mike Thompson, Manager of […]

Loop Chair Concept from Studio ID Champions Circular Design 
May 3, 2024  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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Daniel Clucas and Isabella Pour, who co-founded design agency Studio ID Design in December 2023, are the brains behind a new aircraft seating concept dubbed the “Loop Chair,” which is based on the philosophy of circular design.  Although Clucas worked with Acumen Design Associates for 16 years on exciting projects including JetBlue’s Mint and Studio […]

Libélula Books Promotes Value of Read-Along Content for Children Onboard
April 24, 2024  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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APEX Insights chats with the CEO of Libélula Books Bethany McAllister about why she believes her company’s “Bella’s World” series of read-along audiobooks and videobooks for children aged five to eight are a great addition to an airlines’ in-flight entertainment (IFE) offering.  Based in Michigan in the US, startup company Libélula Books has created a […]

APEX Content Market 2024: Atlântico Press to Enter Wireless IFE Market in Partnership with PXCom
April 5, 2024  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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At the 2024 APEX Content Market in Lisbon, APEX Insights Editor Stephanie Taylor spoke to Sales Manager at Atlântico Press Helena Cabral about the company’s plans to launch its own wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) offering, AP Play, in partnership with PXCom.  Founded in 1992, Atlântico Press is a Portuguese creative agency that distributes a range […]

APEX Announces Exclusive Partnership with PCIAW at Global EXPO
April 3, 2024  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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An exclusive new partnership between the Professional Clothing Industry Association Worldwide (PCIAW) and the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) will see the inclusion of a professional clothing pavilion at APEX / IFSA Global EXPO, which is taking place from October 28-30 in Long Beach, California.  The partnership will offer attendees at the APEX / IFSA […]

How Thales is Innovating in Line with Current IFEC Trends
March 29, 2024  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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Thales InFlyt Experience CTO Tudy Bedou builds on the themes arising from the 2024 APEX TECH event to spotlight how Thales is incorporating the latest in-flight and connectivity (IFEC) technology into its solutions. During APEX TECH, APEX Insights Editor Stephanie Taylor chatted with Thales InFlyt Experience CTO Tudy Bedou, who believes “people want to have […]

APEX Regional Best in Entertainment Award Winners Announced at Content Market 2024
March 27, 2024  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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During a short ceremony at the 2024 APEX Content Market in Lisbon, Portugal, the association announced the winners of its regional APEX “Best in Entertainment” awards. The ceremony took place before the show’s official networking event, which included the legendary Content Market Quiz, sponsored by BBC Studios and hosted by Executive Director of Content Sales […]