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Emirates Launches World’s First Electric Premium Economy Seat

Nibras Malik
Last updated: 4 September 2026 15:17
By Nibras Malik
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The photograph shows a customer relaxing in Emirates’ new Premium Economy seat, featuring the globally acclaimed U-Dream headrest for enhanced neck and head support
Passenger sleeps in Emirates' new premium economy seat © The Emirates Group
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Emirates is improving its Premium Economy experience in the long-term with the launch of the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat. This seat features a vertical privacy screen between every seat, which can also be easily adjusted. With its Airbus A350 debut, the new Premium Economy seat combines technological innovation with greater comfort for customers including the U-Dream headrest.

This photograph depicts Emirates’ new electrically powered Premium Economy seat alongside Emirates cabin crew.
Emirates’ brand new electrically powered Premium Economy seat alongside a member of the Emirates cabin crew © The Emirates Group

About Emirates’ first electric Premium Economy seat with U-Dream headrest

Customers can use the divider in the electric Premium Economy seat to lock it into a permanent position. This creates a sense of privacy which helps customers relax during the flight. As Emirates’ first fully electrically powered Premium Economy seat, it allows customers to use the Passenger Control Unit to adjust their seat using a button. The Passenger Control Unit also includes settings like lounge mode and meal mode, which add further customization to the passenger experience.

The sense of comfort in Premium Economy is reinforced by recent additions like the U-Dream headrest by Safran Seats. This leather-crafted U-Dream headrest provides support for the neck and head, which makes the passenger experience onboard more relaxing. Furthermore, a manual leather footrest allows passengers to reduce leg fatigue, making long-haul flights more enjoyable.

Photograph depicting customers enjoying the enhanced privacy offered by Emirates’ new Premium Economy seat.
Enhanced privacy offered by Emirates’ new Premium Economy seat © The Emirates Group

Emirates redefines new Premium Economy

With the launch of its Premium Economy offering in 2022, Emirates is further differentiating its passenger services to meet demand and long-term growth.

By introducing the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat with a vertical privacy screen, Emirates is exceeding customer expectations. This reflects Emirates’ role within the history of technological transformation as onboard connectivity and inflight Wi-Fi help improve the customer experience and drive change within the aviation industry.

What do you think about the new electric Premium Economy seat with a vertical privacy screen? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.

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