With Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) just a few weeks away, the organisers have announced the full programme for CabinSpace Live, which will once again showcase the latest advancements and insights shaping the future of aircraft interiors.
Covering critical topics, such as accessibility, sustainability, inflight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) and cabin refurbishment, the programme will highlight new developments and actionable strategies that will help industry professionals stay ahead of the curve.
CabinSpace Live brings together industry leaders, innovators and decision makers to offers an unmissable opportunity to explore the key trends, challenges and solutions defining the passenger experience of tomorrow. Free to attend for all exhibitors and registered visitors, the programme will feature two days of dynamic panel discussions, expert presentations and interactive Q&A sessions.
Experts from Hughes, SES, and ThinKom will open the programme on day one by exploring the challenges faced by airlines looking to upgrade their systems in ‘Connectivity: Choosing the Right Fit.’ Moderated by Corinne Streichert, Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity Consultant, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of IFECtiv LLC, industry experts Bill Milroy, Chairman and Chief Technology Officer of ThinKom, Reza Rasoulian, Senior Vice President and General Manager at Hughes, and Andrew Ruszkowski, Global Head of Aviation, SES, will provide insights on how airlines can make the best choices in a rapidly evolving market.
Accessibility remains a key focus in ‘Accessibility: Ensuring Equal In-Flight Entertainment for All,’ moderated by Seth Miller, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of PaxExAero. The session will include insights on how in-flight entertainment can be enhanced to ensure an inclusive experience for all passengers. This session will bring together voices from Airbus, Flightpath3D, Safran, Stellar and APEX to discuss innovations in accessibility and content personalisation.
Artificial intelligence is set to change the game in aircraft interiors. Reza Rasoulian and Aditya Chatterjee, Senior Vice President of Product Management, Aviation at SES, will cover‘Connected Cabin: Making the Most of Artificial Intelligence’, examining how AI is shaping connected cabin experiences. From predictive maintenance to enhancing passenger personalisation, speakers will highlight how airlines can maximise AI-driven efficiencies.
The evolving nature of cabin interiors will also be under the spotlight in ‘Cabin Refurbishment: Tailored to Perfection’. Experts Sébastien Koeck, Marketing Director Cabin Retrofit Services, Commercial Aircraft at Airbus; Brian Roland, Director of Airline Relations at Astronics; Jennifer Coutts-Clay, Author of Jetliner Cabins: Evolution & Innovation; and Charlie McBride, Senior Project Manager at PriestmanGoode, will come together to discuss how airlines can tailor refurbishment projects in response to changing passenger needs and operational considerations.
Tailored content continues to redefine the in-flight experience. In ‘IFE Content: Prioritising Personalisation’, experts will explore how airlines can leverage data and AI to curate entertainment experiences that feel more tailored than ever. Featuring insights from Dimitrios Tsirangelos, Vice President of Business Development of Spafax, thediscussion will focus on the role of personalisation in strengthening passenger engagement. Connectivity remains a crucial theme throughout CabinSpace Live, with ‘Connectivity: Satellite Launches and Future Capabilities’ providing an in-depth look at satellite launches and the future capabilities shaping in-flight connectivity.
Day two of the programme will open with ‘Commercial Aviation and Interiors Market Outlook’, led by Andrew Doyle, Senior Director, Market Development at Cirium, and Gary Weissel, Managing Officer of Tronos Aviation Consulting. They will present data-driven insights into fleet and market trends, supply-side constraints, and how these factors are influencing airline strategies.
Looking back on past successes, previous winners of the Crystal Cabin Award will take the stage in ‘Crystal Cabin Award: The Evolution of Excellence – insights from award-winning innovators’. They will share their perspectives on the broader innovation landscape of the aircraft cabin sector. Featuring Joachim Scholz, Managing Director of Air Safety Products and Services, Accenture; Luzius Rickenbacher, Executive Vice President, Aviation Interiors at Lantal Textiles; and Maddy Kerrigan, Senior Product Line Manager of Teledyne Controls, the session offers the opportunity to hear from award-winners first-hand.
A highlight of the event, the CabinSpace Live programme will close with a session devoted to the winners of this year’s Crystal Cabin Award, which showcases the most exciting advances in cabin systems, IFEC, sustainability, and other areas that are redefining the passenger experience. This year’s winners will present their designs on stage – having received accolades at the awards ceremony on Tuesday evening – offering a glimpse into the future of aircraft interiors.
Archana Dharni, Event Director of AIX, said: “CabinSpace Live has established itself as the premier platform for discussing the future of aircraft interiors. From cutting-edge connectivity solutions to pioneering sustainability initiatives, the 2025 programme offers unparalleled insights into the trends driving the industry forward. We are delighted to welcome leading experts from across the sector to share their knowledge and help shape the future of air travel.”
CabinSpace Live 2025 will take place in Hall B1 Lower at the Hamburg Messe during Aircraft Interiors Expo, from 8-9 April 2025. Visitors can register to attend on the website here
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