RECARO targets strong global growth as aviation demand surges

RECARO Aircraft Seating (RECARO) is closing the year on a strong upward trajectory, poised to exceed its 2024 revenue figure of roughly €576 million (US$674 million). The company anticipates sustained double-digit growth in 2025 and beyond, reflecting both the revival of global aviation and rising demand for premium seating solutions. This momentum follows a year of significant expansion, marked by large-scale hiring, new facilities, and deeper engagement with key aircraft manufacturers.

Over the past twelve months, RECARO recruited more than 200 new employees worldwide in preparation for the industry’s continued ramp-up. To accommodate projected demand, the company has launched its global space2grow initiatives, designed to enhance capacity and streamline operations. One of the most substantial developments is the expansion of RECARO Aircraft Seating Polska, which will add a new production and office complex due for completion in the second half of 2026. At the same time, the company’s German operations have boosted their test-seat production capability by 60%, supported by an enlargement of the existing site.

Further strengthening its international footprint, RECARO plans to open a dedicated customer service hub in Delhi in the first quarter of 2026. This presence will support operators across the region and reinforce the company’s focus on premium service quality. Alongside geographic expansion, RECARO has been upgrading its technologies and capabilities within the business-class segment. Operations and customer service teams have undergone intensive preparation to handle significantly higher output levels over the coming years.

To support this growth, RECARO has finalised a Supplier Furnished Equipment (SFE) agreement with Embraer, announced in 2023. This partnership enables streamlined delivery and aligns with RECARO’s commitment to comfort, innovation, and operational excellence. Meanwhile, three RECARO sites have completed successful customer programmes for the award-winning R3 long-range economy seat, celebrated for its lightweight design and enhanced passenger comfort.

Recent customer surveys underline the company’s strong market position, showing rising satisfaction levels and consistently positive feedback. With robust demand, expanding facilities, and a strengthened product offering, RECARO is well placed to deliver another year of impressive global growth.