Crew from Virgin Australia have had a first look at an all-new 737-8 aircraft and enjoyed it’s all-new interior design.

Highlight features of the new Boeing 737-8 cabin interior include in-seat power for all Business Class and Economy seat as well as larger overhead lockers, with capacity to stow up to 50 per cent more carry-on baggage (individual guest carry-on luggage limits will not increase).

The cabin also has wider Business Class seats which also feature leg rests with extendable footrests, storage compartments, tablet/device holders and water bottle holders.

There’s also a new Economy seat design, featuring a ribbed backing to elevate comfort and ergonomics as well as a personal tablet/device holder making it easy to view  in-flight entertainment, movies and TV shows.

The airline has also confirmed plans to refresh the interior cabins on the airline’s remaining Boeing fleet, as part of an investment of approximately $110 million to improve the flying experience for customers.

An entirely new seat configuration will also be rolled out through the introduction of a new design cabin divider between Business Class and Economy. The new divider will allow for greater floor space in the Economy cabin and the subsequent installation of between six and 12 additional Economy seats. The refurbishment will also include the replacement of one Economy X row with Economy seating on all Boeing 737-800 aircraft. Once the cabin refresh program is complete, the unified in-flight offering will deliver more seats for travellers and a consistent guest experience across all flights operated by Virgin Australia Boeing 737 aircraft.