Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS), today presented the main product and service features for its Premium Economy Class and launched sales of the new class of travel. The new premium Economy Class will be added to the existing Economy, First and Business Class cabins of SWISS.We are pleased to announce our Premium Economy Class. This class meets our customers' growing demands for more privacy, comfort, and individuality. We are further strengthening our premium position in the expanding leisure travel segment by introducing this new class of travel.From the fourth quarter this year, the new Premium Economy Class will be gradually installed on SWISS 12 Boeing 777-353ER aircraft. All SWISS Boeing 777-3000ER aircraft will be equipped with the Premium Economy Class cabin at the beginning of the summer 2022 schedules. This new class will be available on flights to and from North American destinations, including Los Angeles Zurich, that resumed Friday, July 2. The new Premium Economy Class's one-way fare will be approximately 270 to 385 USD more than the Economy Class equivalent. This is in line with market pricing.A new seat design for more privacy and inflight comfort24 premium economy class seats from ZIM will be fitted to each SWISS Boeing 777-3300ER. It is very comfortable and easy to recline. The seat is also integrated into a fixed-backshell, which prevents any intrusion into the personal space behind. The new Economy Class seat is also wider than the 43.4 cm.The seat pitch has been increased from Economy Class's 78.7 cm [31in] to 99 cm, which means that there is significantly more legroom. Premium Economy Class seats have a higher recline and a fold-out leg rest.Lantal, Switzerland produced the seat covers. The amenity kit, which is specially manufactured from sustainable materials, will be included for premium economy SWISS passengers. High-quality, noise-reducing headphones will be provided to customers. These will enhance the movie or music experience via the 15.6 inch inflight entertainment screen. The seats have a built-in USB-A socket that can charge electronic devices and personal reading lamps.Tamur Goudarzi Pour, Chief Commercial Officer SWISS, stated: Our Premium Economy Class was created for customers of Economy Class who want to improve their travel experience and get the benefits associated higher travel classes. Our SWISS Premium Economy Class is clearly positioned as a top-rated travel product in international comparisons.A wide range of culinary offeringsThe new class of travelers will also enjoy SWISS's special inflight cuisine. Premium Economy passengers will receive a refreshing elderberry welcome beverage and three hot meals, all served on china plateware. This menu will feature a SWISS Taste of Switzerland award-winning dish, as well as a Hiltl vegetarian option. CCO Goudarzi Pour said Premium Economy passengers will have the option to select their own inflight meal. We can also count on our long-standing partnership to Hiltl for our vegetarian offerings which are in increasing demand.Two times as much registered baggage and preferred boardCustomers of SWISS Premium Economy will also enjoy an enhanced travel experience on the ground. Their registered baggage allowance, which is up to 50 lbs each, is twice that of Economy Class passengers. Customers have reduced rates of access to the SWISS Business Lounges in Zurich and Geneva airports, and the SWISS Arrival lounge at Zurich Airport. Priority boarding will be granted to Economy Class passengers. They can also download two publications from the extensive eJournals portal on their digital devices, completely free, before their flight.Available for booking starting in April 2022From the fourth quarter this year, the new Premium Economy Class will gradually be installed on SWISSs Boeing 747-300ER aircraft. Bookable for travel starting April 2022, the new class can be booked from today (28 juin) on all routes of the Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft type is used by SWISS to serve destinations such as Los Angeles, San Francisco and Bangkok. The new Premium Economy Class could be introduced on certain routes sooner depending on how the current pandemic develops. Upgrade options may be available for a fee during the initial phase.You can also experience the new SWISS Premium Economy class live in 3D augmented reality.Swiss International Air Lines is Switzerland's largest airline. SWISS operates one of Europe's youngest and most fuel efficient aircraft fleets. It provides direct flights between Zurich and Geneva, keeping Switzerland connected to Europe and the rest of the world. The Swiss WorldCargo division offers a wide range of airfreight services from airport to airport for consignments that are high-value or care-intensive.SWISS is The Airline of Switzerland. It embodies the traditional values of its country and is dedicated to providing high-quality service and products. SWISS is a member the Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance, the largest airline network in the world.
