TheDesignAir Qantas hints at its future lighter interior palette with launch of refreshed A330 cabins [Video]

Qantas has just taken the wraps off a new, light-filled Business Class and Economy Class cabin for its A330 fleet, providing an enticing preview of the upcoming ultra-long-haul Project Sunrise experience. These updates mark a significant step in Qantas’ design evolution—lighter, brighter, and inspired by the comforts of home, bringing an inviting, residential feel that elevates the carrier’s design language to a new level.

The airline’s multimillion-dollar refurbishment program will roll out across 10 Airbus A330-200s, set to transform Qantas’ international service to destinations like Hong Kong, Singapore, and Tokyo. The updates introduce a fresh aesthetic and next-generation amenities that blend form and function, all pointing to the visionary Project Sunrise experience soon to debut.

Comfort-Driven Design Meets Next-Gen Technology

At the heart of the cabin redesign are newly unveiled Economy seats, purpose-built for long-haul comfort with Project Sunrise in mind. Alongside enhanced comfort, these seats feature sleek 13.3-inch 4K OLED screens—20 percent larger than …