The Future Laboratory

47 results

How United Airlines is building a new middle tier in air travel

United Airlines is rethinking long-haul economy travel with the launch of its United Relax Row, convertible seating designed to increase comfort without upgrading cabin class.

View article

Technology

AirCar readies for launch, ushering in an era of casual air mobility

Slovakia’s Klein Vision has announced that its AirCar – a road-legal vehicle that converts into a certified aircraft in under two minutes – will be commercially available by early 2026.

View article

Travel & Hospitality

Manchester airport opens private Aether terminal for all passengers

Manchester airport’s new Aether terminal is set to redefine the airport experience, offering a thoughtfully designed, private space away from the main terminal, accessible to all paying travellers, regardless of airline or ticket class.

View article

Food & Drink

Stat: Contrary to market trends, Emirates Airline reports booming demand for…

Emirates Airline is adding new options to its ‘vegan vault’ of in-flight meals, after noting a 40% surge in demand for plant-based options.

View article

Luxury

Beond brings private jet experience to commercial flights

Labelled as the first ‘premium leisure’ airline, Maldives-based Beond aims to offer a private jet experience to a wider group of travellers.

View article

Sustainability

Stat: Greenpeace report reveals stark disparity between rail and airline…

A recent report by campaigning organisation Greenpeace highlights that train travel costs four times more than flying from the UK to Europe, indicating a lack of financial incentive for travellers to opt for more sustainable transport.

View article

Design

Swiss overhauls cabins with warm minimalism

Swiss International Air Lines has unveiled the new look of its long-haul cabins that will be introduced in its fleet of Airbus A330 by the end of 2025.