Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s national flag carrier, has unveiled its new Premium Economy Class seat at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026 as part of its fleet modernisation and cabin refurbishment programme under the ‘New Saudia Experience’ initiative.

Positioned between Economy and Business Class, the new cabin features a seat pitch of up to 43 inches, a 15.5-inch entertainment screen, an extendable calf rest, enhanced privacy and additional personal storage.

The Premium Economy cabin is expected to debut aboard newly delivered Boeing 787 aircraft in 2027, before being introduced across selected Airbus A330, Boeing 777 and Boeing 787 aircraft through a phased retrofit programme.

Arved von zur Muehlen, Chief Commercial Officer at Saudia, said: “The introduction of Premium Economy marks another step in enhancing the choices and comfort available to our guests. As part of the ‘New Saudia Experience’, we continue to invest in our onboard products and services to deliver a more comfortable and seamless journey. World Travel Market London provides an opportunity to present these developments to our international partners and demonstrate the progress being made across our guest experience.”

Saudia also showcased its Business Class offering aboard the Airbus A321XLR, which joined its fleet earlier this year. The airline is the first in the Middle East and Africa to operate the aircraft, featuring 24 Business Class suites with fully flat beds and direct aisle access, alongside 120 Economy Class seats.

The airline also presented its onboard amenities, including amenity kits and dining service ware across its travel classes.-TradeArabia News Service