ZIM Aircraft Seating unveils “The Frame” - a new benchmark in Premium Economy: Comfort meets Sustainability

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.

Stefan Kroll is new CTO and President Germany at ZIM

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 Announces Sale of ART Business to AAR CORP.

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.
December 18, 2025

ZIM Aircraft Seating begins major expansion of its Markdorf facility amid continued growth in global demand for premium passenger seats

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.