Asian carrier VietJet and Safran Seats have signed an agreement to equip up to 24,000 of its Z200 Economy class seat for 120 Boeing 737 MAX fleet. The first aircraft are planned for deliveries to Thai Vietjet starting mid-2024.

The Z200 is the latest addition to Safran Seats range for short and medium haul economy class seats. This new generation is one kilogram lighter than the previous one and will highly contribute to the airline long-term sustainability objective; in reducing fuel costs and carbon emissions.

The new seats include a device holder and USB ports.

Dinh Viet Phuong, VietJet CEO said: “The selection of the latest generation seat Z200 affirms VietJet’s commitment to modernising our fleet by investing in the core details of the aircraft’s cabin interior to ensure passengers’ utmost comfort and convenience.

“We are thrilled to provide VietJet with our latest generation of Economy class seats. This is the first time that we partner together, and we are delighted to support VietJet’s operations for the years to come. We wish their passengers a very good flight experience,” added Victoria Foy, Safran Seats CEO.