Air New Zealand's Reimagined Business Class Takes Flight

March 9, 2026·25 days ago·via SMH.com.au

Air New Zealand has finally modernized its business class cabin after nearly two decades, introducing the new Business Premier experience with lie-flat beds, privacy doors, and a sophisticated personal space concept. The retrofit of Boeing 787 aircraft began rolling out in early 2025, with the airline adding an exclusive Business Premier Luxe tier featuring four to eight premium seats at the cabin's front - complete with privacy doors and versatile ottomans for companion dining.

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