Unsurprisingly, Swiss will adopt the same ‘Allegris’ first-class suites and business-class seats as Lufthansa. However, here’s a bit of irony: thanks to their colors, trim, and materials, the Swiss cabins might actually look better than their German parent’s.
Let’s take a look at Swiss’ new first class, for instance. Just like Lufthansa’s new first class, it features a three-across layout with an extra-wide middle suite (measuring 117cm wide, as opposed to 77cm) designed for two travelers to share.
Nearly ceiling-high 1.8m walls surround each Swiss first-class suite. Unlike the airline’s current open-plan first-class berths, the sliding panel that can be closed for privacy is what sets them apart.
Additional luxuries to enhance your comfort include a generously-sized personal wardrobe, seat heating and cooling functionality, a 32-inch monitor for the single suites, and a larger 43-inch panel for the double suite.
Naturally, the feature set remains identical to Lufthansa’s Allegris first class. However, Swiss has infused their luxurious suites with an even more opulent and inviting ambiance. Adding muted tones like claret and anthracite, along with light wood accents, creates a warm, lavish atmosphere that beautifully reflects Swiss’ current first-class offering.
Swiss has provided insights into its first-class washroom, a detail that Lufthansa has yet to disclose. They describe it as an innovative and spacious facility inspired by the mineral springs and thermal baths of Vals. The washroom features a sleek slate-black exterior and a refreshing “green interior” reminiscent of the rejuvenating and cooling waters of the springs.
While Lufthansa’s new business class cabin adheres to the color scheme of the German flag carrier with shades of blue, caramel-brown, and beige, Swiss confidently embraces a different approach. Their design embraces warm red tones, complemented by anthracite, light woods, and off-white exterior wall panels. A soft silvered trim adds a touch of elegance, creating an incredibly cozy and intimate atmosphere for passengers.
The Allegris hardware offers a range of impressive features, including wireless charging, Bluetooth audio streaming, seat heating and cooling, spacious screens of up to 27 inches, a convenient tablet console, and luxurious lie-flat beds measuring at least 2 meters in length.
Swiss’ new business class follows a similar innovative layout, offering not one but six different variations of the core business class seat. This approach aligns with the group’s belief that air travel should be personalized and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, moving away from a generic “one seat fits all” experience.
The initial four business class seats within each Swiss cabin are designed as larger suites featuring a convenient sliding door. Furthermore, the middle two seats can transform into a cozy ‘double suite’. Additionally, every second row includes a generously spacious ‘throne’ seat catering to solo travelers. Behind this throne seat, another seat extends into a comfortable 2.2-meter-long bed.
A “double seat” in the last row, a private window seat, and one business class seat allows you to put a baby bassinet on the shelf next to you.
Swiss plans to introduce its new first and business class seats and updated premium economy and economy options starting in 2025. These upgraded cabins will be rolled out on a fleet of Airbus A350 jets and refurbished Airbus A330s. Additionally, Boeing 777s will be included in the future phase of this exciting transformation.
