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AIX, Hamburg, April 13, 2026 – ZIM Aircraft Seating Group, a global designer and manufacturer of Economy, Premium Economy, and Business class seating solutions for commercial airlines, introduces the newest generation of its Premium Economy segment “The Frame” at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg. Blending engineering precision with a warm, contemporary design language, The Frame embodies a forward-looking vision for passenger comfort, sustainability, and operational efficiency.

Immenstaad, Germany, 1 April, 2026—ZIM Aircraft Seating Group, designer and manufacturer of Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class seating solutions for commercial airlines, strengthens its corporate management: Stefan Kroll (62) will lead the Technology and Development Division of the aircraft seating manufacturer as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and President ZIM Germany. At the same time, he takes operative responsibility for the German sites.

ZIM Aircraft Seating Group (“ZIM”), a leading provider of innovative aircraft seating solutions, today announced an agreement to sell its ART (Aircraft Reconfiguration Technologies) business to NYSE-listed AAR CORP. (“AAR”), a global leader in aviation services and aftermarket solutions.

Immenstaad, November 12, 2025 - ZIM Aircraft Seating Group, a global designer and manufacturer of Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class seating solutions for commercial airlines, today announced the unification of its worldwide brand presence under a single name: ZIM Aircraft Seating Group.

Markdorf, Germany – October 9th, 2025 – ZIM Aircraft Seating GmbH, a leading manufacturer of premium aircraft seating solutions, has started a significant expansion of its production site in Markdorf, Germany. The development signifies a strategic investment in the company’s continued growth, innovation prowess, and international competitiveness.

Greensboro, NC / Immenstaad, Germany, 27. April 2026 – ZIM Aircraft Seating Group (“ZIM”), a global leader in Premium Economy seating solutions, today announced the successful completion of the sale of its Aircraft Reconfiguration Technologies (ART) business to NYSE-listed AAR CORP.