Lufthansa Introduces Innovative Allegris Business Class with Seven Seat Options

Lufthansa, a prominent member of the Star Alliance, is set to revolutionize the travel experience for business-class passengers with its new Allegris product. This innovative offering boasts a redesigned business class cabin featuring a remarkable selection of seven distinct seat options.

Lufthansa’s revolutionary Allegris business class is poised to deliver heightened personalization and flexibility, catering to the diverse needs of business travelers. Scheduled for deployment on Boeing 787-9 first, and followed on Airbus A350 aircraft in 2024, this groundbreaking product introduces seven distinct seat options, ensuring passengers enjoy unparalleled comfort and flexibility. Slated for its inaugural launch on the Boeing 787-9 aircraft in September 2023.

Lufthansa’s Allegris business class retrofit program will also encompass the existing Boeing 747-8 fleet, selected Airbus A380 aircraft, and the forthcoming Boeing 777-9.  The retrofit program is set to change the passenger experience on Airbus A380 aircraft. It will replace the current 2-2-2 seating arrangement on the superjumbo’s upper deck with the same innovative ‘seats to suit’ approach that has garnered acclaim on the Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 jets. With this retrofit initiative, Lufthansa ensures that passengers traveling on various aircraft in its fleet will encounter the same level of comfort, flexibility, and luxury, courtesy of the Allegris business class.

Lufthansa’s Allegris business class signifies a remarkable leap forward in long-haul travel, ensuring that passengers enjoy a journey marked by comfort, choice, and sophistication. Key highlights:

Allegris boasts seven seat options tailored to different passenger preferences, ranging from space to privacy options include:

• Suites in the First Row: Offering the utmost in space and privacy, these seats feature a door and a mini bar, ideal for those seeking enhanced comfort.
• Double Suite Inside: Perfect for couples or colleagues traveling together, this double seat in the middle section of the cabin boasts a door and a mini bar.
• Single Suites by the Window: Providing a window-side view and enhanced privacy with a door and a mini bar.
• Extra-Space Seat: Located at the front of the cabin near the galley, this spacious single seat offers additional workspace, catering to travelers who need to work or relax during their journey.
• Window Seat with High Privacy: Situated at the back of the cabin near the lavatories, this single seat offers privacy and a view.
• Seat with Extra-Long Bed: Designed for taller passengers or those desiring extra legroom, this single seat features an extended six feet / 2.20 meter bed.
• Privacy Window Seat with Baby Bassinet: Positioned at the front of the cabin near the galley, this window-side single seat with a high partition and no door includes a baby bassinet attachment for passengers traveling with infants.

Seat Configurations on newly delivered Boeing 787-9 will feature:

• 28 business class seats (including four business suites).
• 28 premium economy seats.
• 231 economy seats (including 34 with extra legroom).

First-Class Suites Debut: In early 2024, Lufthansa will introduce the first-ever first-class product on an A350 aircraft, marking a significant milestone in aviation history, promising passengers an unparalleled level of luxury. The configuration will include:

• Three first-class suites.
• 28 business-class seats.
• 24 premium economy seats.
• 201 economy-class seats (22 with extra legroom).

The Allegris business class seats have been meticulously crafted to elevate the passenger experience. Notable features include:

• Direct Aisle Access: Ensuring seamless movement within the cabin.
• Bluetooth Audio Connectivity: Enabling passengers to enjoy in-flight entertainment with ease.
• Wireless Charging: A convenient amenity for travelers with mobile devices.
• Individual Seat Heating and Cooling Settings: Allowing passengers to tailor their environment for maximum comfort.
• Shoulder Sink-In Feature for Side Sleepers: Enhancing the quality of rest during the journey.
• Minimum Bed Length of 2 Meters: Ensuring a comfortable rest during long-haul flights.
• 17-inch Entertainment Screen: Providing an immersive in-flight entertainment experience.

Lufthansa proudly emphasizes that Allegris embodies “the most personalized travel experience” ever offered by the airline. Remarkably, this extraordinary level of personalization extends across all travel classes, encompassing economy, premium economy, and first class, reaffirming Lufthansa’s commitment to delivering excellence across the entire passenger spectrum.

Sources: AirGuide Business airguide.info, msn.com, lufthansa.com, thepointsguy.com