Pro Readout: Airbus’ services market forecast predicts drop in demand for seats and cabins “modifications and upgrades” business

Airbus says its aircraft modifications and upgrades work — including cabins and seats — have hit a peak in 2025, and forecasts strongly slowing demand for this category over the next 20 years.

By John Walton 11 min read
An overhead shot of an A330neo cabin, front section, without centre bins.
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John Walton

Editor in chief of The Up Front, with two decades of experience reporting across the global aviation industry, specialising in business and first class, seats, cabins and the passenger experience.