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Beyond the Box: How West Entertainment is Re-Engineering the IFEC Ecosystem
January 26, 2026  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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In-flight entertainment is shedding its skin. Once defined by static catalogues refreshed on a 60-day cycle, the industry is pivoting toward a dynamic, data-driven, and rights-aware content ecosystem. As airlines face the complexity of this new landscape, West Entertainment is positioning itself not just as a content provider, but as a technical bridge between airlines […]

APEX TECH 2026: Meet APEX Director Dimitrios Tsirangelos, Who Believes IFEC is on the Cusp of True Personalization
 | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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Spafax SVP Global Business Development and Growth Dimitrios Tsirangelos has been involved in the passenger experience industry for over three decades, and remembers attending one of the first World Airline Entertainment Association (WAEA) events. In December 2025, he became a newly appointed member of the APEX Board of Directors. APEX Insights spoke with him to […]

Edelweiss Selects Thompson VantageXL+ for A350 Business Class
January 21, 2026  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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Thompson Aero Seating (TAS) has announced it will provide business-class seats for Edelweiss’ Airbus A350 fleet. Edelweiss has become the first European airline to select the new VantageXL+ for its A350 business-class cabins. The program highlights the airline’s focus on improving long-haul comfort while showcasing the latest evolution of TAS’ Vantage seating platform. VantageXL+ Debuts […]

Emirates to Shift Vegan Offerings Away from Plant-Based Meat, Embrace Whole Foods
January 19, 2026  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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During ‘Veganuary,’ Emirates has announced it is developing new concepts for the vegan food offerings both on board and in its lounges to reflect the growing health and wellness trend focused on consuming minimally processed ingredients. The dishes in question will be available to passengers from 2027.  In its 2024 and 2025 Veganuary news releases, […]

Lufthansa Group to Install Starlink on Approximately 850 Aircraft
January 15, 2026  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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The Lufthansa Group will deploy Starlink’s high-speed in-flight connectivity (IFC) service fleetwide across all airlines, totaling approximately 850 aircraft, with the first flights offering the service expected to take place in the second half of this year. Starlink Offers Airline Groups Consistent IFC Across the Board With this announcement, Lufthansa Group becomes the largest airline […]

Korean Air Debuts Latest Lounge Renewal at Incheon International Airport
January 13, 2026  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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Korean Air has revealed details about its newly renovated Prestige East (Left) Lounge at Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 ahead of its official opening on January 14, 2026. The lounge now features experiential zones catering to a range of passenger demographics with the aim of creating memorable travel experiences, especially for younger age groups. The […]

Virgin Atlantic Enlists Stellar Entertainment to Enhance In-Flight Audio
January 7, 2026  | Written by Stephanie Taylor
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Virgin Atlantic has entered a new in-flight audio content partnership with Stellar Entertainment.  The partnership will see Stellar Entertainment provide Virgin Atlantic with two boarding playlists across its fleet, one each for daytime and night flights, as well as curated album collections and playlists for passengers to listen to throughout their journey via the carrier’s […]

Emirates Launches Updated Wildlife-Inspired Amenity Kits
January 6, 2026  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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Emirates has launched a new collection of amenity kits designed to raise awareness of endangered wildlife while enhancing the onboard experience. Created in partnership with United for Wildlife, the kits are a refreshed version of those introduced in 2023 and feature hand-drawn designs and storytelling that highlights some of the most endangered animals on the […]

Uzbekistan Airways Enhances Onboard Experience With New Tableware, Amenity Kits
 | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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This week, Uzbekistan Airways has unveiled a series of onboard product upgrades spanning both business and economy class, reinforcing its focus on comfort, design, and passenger wellbeing. The airline has introduced a new economy-class tableware collection designed by Kaelis alongside updated business-class amenity kits. Together, the initiatives reflect a broader effort to elevate everyday touchpoints […]