Stellantis Design Studio and Sogeclair Unveil VISTA, a New Vision for the Future of Premium Commercial Aircraft Cabins, at AIX in Hamburg, Germany

 Confident Technology. Elevated Experience.

• SOGECLAIR, a global leader in high‑precision cabin mechanisms and business jet interior systems, and Stellantis Design Studio, the multidisciplinary design agency of Stellantis, announce VISTA, a next‑generation front‑row business class demonstrator. It redefines comfort, privacy and experiential luxury in commercial aviation.
• Developed with aviation consultancy Tailwinds Consulting, VISTA will be revealed at Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg, April 14–16, 2026.
   

HAMBURG, Germany, April 15, 2026 – SOGECLAIR is showcasing VISTA, a front-row business class demonstrator, at Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) 2026, developed in collaboration with Stellantis Design Studio and aviation consultancy Tailwinds Consulting.

This concept introduces a new approach to the premium commercial cabin, where comfort, functionality, warm, human-centered design, and elegantly invisible technology converge—bringing private jet craftsmanship into the commercial aviation space.

“The strength of the SOGECLAIR X Tailwinds Consulting X Stellantis Design Studio partnership is that we were perfectly aligned on the experience we wanted to create,” said Loïc Rigaud, Brand & Partnerships, Stellantis Design Studio. “We wanted visitors and passengers to feel welcomed, not overwhelmed. Every smart mechanism and every design gesture serve the same purpose: a crafted, intentional and effortlessly premium experience.”
 

FROM PRIVATE JET EXPERTISE TO COMMERCIAL CABIN INNOVATION

At its core, VISTA reflects the shared ambition of SOGECLAIR and Stellantis Design Studio: to transfer precision engineering, integration mastery and elevated passenger experience from private aviation to the commercial premium space.

SOGECLAIR’s expertise is renowned for advanced smart mechanisms, lightweight motion systems, and robust engineering for reliability and maintainability.
Stellantis Design Studio then translated these engineering capabilities into a holistic cabin experience that feels natural, intuitive and emotionally engaging.
“For decades, SOGECLAIR has perfected mechanisms and integrated systems for the world’s most demanding private jet customers,” said Philippe Brel, SOGECLAIR CEO. “With VISTA, we demonstrate what becomes possible when our engineering excellence meets the creativity and experiential vision of Stellantis Design Studio. Together, we transformed technical capability into a truly human‑centered experience that enhance comfort and emotional quality of the commercial journey. Our goal is not only to build components, but to create experiences. As a SOGECLAIR demonstrator, VISTA exemplifies how our precision engineering and business jet experience elevate the passenger experience.”
 

CONFIDENT TECHNOLOGY, DIFFERENTIATED EXPERIENCE

VISTA showcases a new vision of onboard technology: clever, silent, and hidden until needed—always in service of the human experience—without overwhelming passengers. Technology enhances without overpowering, while hardware recedes into the background: quiet, discreet, and reimagined as “soft tech” that delights rather than distracts.

“SOGECLAIR mastery of smart mechanisms gave us the freedom to imagine interactions that are soft, intuitive, and quietly transformative.” said Hugo Nightingale, Creative Director, Stellantis Design Studio. “Technology in VISTA is intentionally discreet. It’s not about showcasing technology. It’s about meaningful and experiential designs. Every motion is soft, every interaction intuitive, every mechanism hidden until the passenger needs it. This is our definition of intelligent, human-centered luxury.”

Passengers discover features progressively, through soft, effortless movements inspired by business jet hospitality.

Each feature was crafted to bring innovation in maximizing privacy, efficiency and functionality. Storage becomes effortless, tables become multi‑use surfaces, and every detail supports a versatile personal space that feels truly your own, thoughtfully organized and naturally intuitive.

Semi‑Automatic Dual‑Motion Privacy Door
Smooth vertical and horizontal motions create an elegant, silent wow effect, while maximizing privacy and personal space. Effortless for passengers. Efficient for the crew. Minimal effort, maximum serenity.

MiniSuite Ecosystem: A Full Front-Row Personal Storage Architecture
Turning the front row into a true micro‑suite:

• Full-height vertical wardrobe (coats, dresses, suits)
• Shoe, laptop and personal-item compartments
• Wraparound storage integrated into the buddy seat
• Easy-access literature pockets
• Self‑elevating minibar elegantly hidden within the monument

This solution has been engineered with business jet precision, adapted to commercial robustness.

Duo Tables: The Most Capable & Clever Table System in Its Category
Two independent tables offer up to 1,000 sq in of usable space—more than many home office desks, or a table for two in a chic restaurant.

• Main meal table: Deploys to 24" × 22"
• Sideledge table: Deploys to 20" × 24"

Relax, work, or dine simultaneously. The continuous sideledge table offers space for devices, drinks, and ambient lighting, reinforcing the “private suite” atmosphere.

These innovations were conceived not as standalone features, but as a holistic experience built around human needs, operational reality and invisible sophistication. Confident, hidden technology that supports without overpowering.

“Commercial aviation requires a careful balance between space optimization and passenger comfort. In business class suites, the challenge is to create a sense of openness while maximizing seating capacity,” said Pierre Descaillot, Senior Program Manager SOGECLAIR. “Drawing on business aviation expertise, SOGECLAIR has developed compact, ingenious mechanisms. Combining the design intelligence of Stellantis Design Studio, we were able to imagine efficient layouts, allowing passengers to enjoy a spacious and versatile environment without compromising comfort or elegance”.
 

CRAFTSMANSHIP, ATMOSPHERE, AND HOSPITALITY-DRIVEN DESIGN

Beyond engineering innovation, VISTA introduces a new aesthetic direction for premium travel, one that feels tailored, warm, and timeless rather than technical or intimidating, designed to showcase the innovative functions and mechanisms quietly.

Drawing from experience in mobility, home, living, and premium interiors, Stellantis Design Studio crafted this unique environment defined by:

• Furniture-inspired design, soft geometries, continuity, timeless elegance
• A welcoming and sensorial atmosphere using natural woods, deep blue leather
• A very premium yet understated palette to create serenity rather than visual noise, to stand out from the plastic feeling commonly used in business and commercial aviation.
   

COLLABORATION GROUNDED IN OPERATIONAL REALITY

Throughout the project, Tailwinds Consulting ensured alignment with airline expectations, certification pathways, seat-manufacturer requirements, processes, and operational constraints.

“VISTA is both visionary and realistic,” said Laurent Stritter, CEO of Tailwinds Consulting. “Our role in the collaboration with SOGECLAIR and Stellantis Design Studio was to challenge assumptions, pressure-test feasibility and ensure that every idea, no matter how elegant, can succeed in real-world airline environments. The result is a concept that inspires without losing touch with operational truth, with smart solutions that are ready for the market.”
 

DISCOVER VISTA AT AIX 2026

“VISTA is more than a demonstrator,” added Hugo Nightingale. “It’s our statement of intent: that cross‑industry collaboration, intelligent mechanisms, and experiential design can redefine how people feel in the air.”
 

VISTA: A New Path Forward for Premium Cabin

• A fusion of mechanical precision and aviation intelligence
• Inspiration grounded in industrial realism, ready to market solutions
• A cabin experience designed to be intuitive, comfortable and visually quiet.

On display now - Aircraft Interiors Expo, Hamburg 2026.
Booth 6D70L, Hall B6

About Stellantis Design Studio
Stellantis Design Studio is a life-centric design agency that believes in the transformative power of creativity. With a focus on brand excellence, 360° design expertise, and a unique combination of creativity, industrial design, methodology, and innovation, Stellantis Design Studio is dedicated to shaping extraordinary and desirable brands, products, and customer experiences. With a team of design enthusiasts boasting diverse talents and a multicultural background, and its global presence in Paris, Turin, Sao Paolo, Detroit, Shanghai and Casablanca, Stellantis Design Studio offers unparalleled design support. Since its creation, various clients have called upon its services: Formitalia, Airbus Helicopter, Dassault,  Aura Aero, MND, IVECO, Jamco, Stelia, SOGECLAIR  etc. To learn more or to contact the studio, visit www.stellantisdesignstudio.com
 

About SOGECLAIR
Supplier of innovative high added-value solutions for safer and less-consuming mobility, SOGECLAIR brings its skills in high-quality engineering and production to a broad range of cutting-edge sectors notably aeronautics, space, vehicle, rail and defense. Supporting its customers and partners from the design and simulation stages through to the end of the product’s lifetime, all along the production chain through to entry into service, the collaborators are working worldwide to offer a high-quality  and proximity service to all its customers.
SOGECLAIR is listed on Euronext Growth Paris - Indice Euronext® Family Business -Code ISIN: FR0000065864 / (Reuters SCLR.PA – Bloomberg SOG.FP) 
www.sogeclair.com

About TAILWINDS CONSULTING
Tailwinds Consulting, founded by aviation strategist Laurent Stritter, supports companies with expert marketing analysis, product strategy and sales development. With a holistic, problem‑first approach, Tailwinds Consulting helps aviation innovators transform ideas into credible, market‑ready solutions
www.tailwinds-consulting.com
 

For more information, contact:

Loïc RIGAUD + 33 6 60 32 70 66
loic.rigaud@stellantisdesignstudio.com

communications@stellantis.com
www.stellantis.com