Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2030 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 151.8 Million |
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Market Size (2030) | USD 180.3 Million |
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Largest Share by Aircraft Type | Widebody |
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CAGR (2024 - 2030) | 2.91 % |
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Largest Share by Country | Turkey |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Market Analysis
The Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Market size is estimated at 151.8 million USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 180.3 million USD by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 2.91% during the forecast period (2024-2030).
151.8 Million
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
180.3 Million
Market Size in 2030 (USD)
5.21 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
2.91 %
CAGR (2024-2030)
Largest Market by Aircraft Type
50.50 %
value share, Widebody, 2023
The increase in international air travel traffic flow catalyzes the demand for IFE systems in widebody aircraft operating on long-haul routes, thus creating a demand in the European market.
Fastest-Growing Market by Aircraft Type
3.23 %
Projected CAGR, Narrowbody, 2024-2030
Widebody aircraft are primarily designed for long-haul flights. IFE systems are majorly preferred by airlines operating widebody aircraft on long-haul routes to keep the passengers engaged. Hence, the widebody aircraft segment dominates the European market.
Largest Market by Cabin Class
84.74 %
value share, Economy and Premium Economy Class, 2023
The economy and premium economy cabin classes benefit from the growing emphasis on fleet expansion, passenger amenities, and comfort.
Largest Market by Country
20.75 %
value share, Turkey, 2023
Turkey is expected to register a major revenue share during 2023-2029 due to the increasing air transportation rate and a rising number of commercial aircraft orders from major airlines.
Leading Market Player
39.90 %
market share, Panasonic Avionics Corporation, 2022
Panasonic provides a wide range of in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems. Its vast geographical presence also helped the company become a leading market player in Europe.
European airlines increasingly use narrowbody aircraft for long-haul flights, making it easier for them to use IFE systems on narrowbody aircraft
- In-flight entertainment is integral to cabin interiors and defines a passenger's entire flight experience. The adoption of narrowbody aircraft in long-haul routes by European airlines has increased, aiding the deployment of IFE systems in narrowbody aircraft. Airlines such as Lufthansa and Air France focus on improving their business-class seats and enhancing the customer experience through IFE systems.
- In the region, Panasonic is one of the major OEMs that offers many versions of the IFE system, including Astrova, NEXT, and X Series. Various airlines in Europe use screens ranging from 12 inches to 18 inches with different configurations, such as LED, QLED, and 4K HDR screens, according to cabin class. Air Europa, Turkish Airlines, and TUI Airways are the major airlines in the region that offered IFE systems in their narrowbody fleet during 2017-2022. In contrast, some of the other major carriers, such as Air France and British Airways, also offered IFE systems in their widebody fleet with a screen size ranging from 9 to 12 inches. The surge in aircraft procurement numbers due to the addition of new routes in the underserved markets of the region is expected to boost the demand for commercial aircraft and its associated IFE systems in Europe.
- During 2017-2022, narrowbody aircraft accounted for the majority of deliveries, which accounted for 82% of the total aircraft delivered. As domestic demand has grown, the narrowbody market is expected to grow at a faster rate than the widebody market. In 2022, the procurement of new aircraft in the region has exceeded the pre-pandemic levels by 38% compared to 2019.
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The demand for enhanced in-flight connectivity is expected to increase in Europe, benefiting airlines that prioritize the overall passenger experience
- In-flight entertainment is an integral part of the cabin interior, playing an increasingly important role in defining the complete passenger flight experience in recent years. The IFE is an integral part of the cabin interior, playing a vital role in defining a passenger's complete flight experience. As observed, airlines are switching to lighter IFE systems to reduce the aircraft's overall weight. In terms of cabin class, economy, and premium economy, cabin class accounted for around 90% of the overall seatback in-flight entertainment screens in 2022.
- Airline companies in Europe are implementing fleet expansion plans to cater to the growing air passenger traffic in the major countries. This is expected to aid the demand for IFE systems in the region, with the importance of the IFE systems making it a necessity for airlines rather than just an additional amenity.
- Thales, Safran, and Panasonic are the major players that provide IFE systems in the European market. The major airlines in the region, such as British Airways, Air France, and Lufthansa, emphasize the adoption of 4K screens and OLED displays and increase the availability of IFE systems in their economy class to attract the attention of new customers and improve their existing services.
- The major commercial aircraft manufacturing OEMs, Boeing and Airbus, are expected to deliver many aircraft in the European region. For instance, over 2300 narrowbody aircraft and 290+ widebody aircraft are expected to be delivered in the region during 2023-2030. Thus, with the increase in deliveries of new aircraft, the European commercial aircraft in-flight entertainment systems market is expected to achieve higher growth during the forecast period.
Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Market Trends
The main reasons for market growth are the expansion of the fleet and the increased demand for passenger air travel in Europe
- Europe was the second-largest region with the highest air passenger traffic in 2022. Air passenger traffic in Europe reached 1.05 billion in 2022, up by 11% from 2017. Airlines are concentrating on growing their fleet sizes to meet the rising demand for air travel, which may result in a significant increase in the demand for new aircraft in Europe.
- Between 2017 and 2022, a total of 1,206 new aircraft were delivered to Europe, and another 2,647 new jets are anticipated to be delivered between 2023 and 2030. During the historic period, new jet deliveries in Europe amounted to around 25% of global commercial aircraft deliveries. A number of factors may contribute to the increasing number of deliveries during the forecast period, such as LCC’s business innovation to increase passenger load factors, reduce competitive costs, and create an organizational structure that satisfies the demand for travelers with a limited budget while creating distinctly affordable market opportunities. On this note, a total of 1,206 jets were delivered during this period, of which 990 were narrowbody aircraft.
- As of June 2023, around 3,000+ Airbus aircraft were delivered in the region, with major deliveries by A320ceo, A320neo, A321ceo, and A321neo aircraft in the narrowbody segment, and A330-300 and A350-900 in the widebody segment. Several major airlines in Europe, such as Ryanair, Lufthansa, Wizz Air, Aeroflot Group, Air France-KLM, and EasyJet, have a backlog of over 1,600 aircraft, including a mix of narrowbody and widebody jets. Such factors are expected to aid the growth of the commercial aircraft cabin interior market in the future.
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The growth in air passenger traffic is expected to be supported by the increasing demand for domestic and international air travel
- The gradual relaxation of travel restrictions in various European countries in 2022 made travel within the continent much easier than during the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to this trend, international demand soared, with passengers unable to travel during the lockdowns eager to fly abroad once again instead of taking domestic vacations. In 2022, air passenger traffic in the whole of Europe reached 1.3 billion, a growth of 8% compared to 2021. The United Kingdom, Germany, and Spain accounted for 36% of the total air passenger traffic in Europe and, hence, may generate more demand for new aircraft compared to other European countries over the coming years. European airlines have also been responsible for carrying almost 40% of global international air passengers.
- European airport traffic grew by 247% in the first six months of 2022 compared to 2021, resulting in an additional 660 million passengers handled across the continent. The United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Turkey, and Germany, which have some of the countries with the busiest airports, recorded a significant rise in passenger traffic in H1 2022. In August 2022, passenger traffic in the top five European airports increased by 68.1% but remained -17.5% below pre-pandemic August 2019 levels, mainly due to continued travel restrictions in Asia. A similar increase in air passenger traffic was observed at airports in the Rest of Europe in August 2022. Commercial air traffic declined from Ukrainian airports, and airports in Belarus and Russia recorded declining passenger volumes as well since the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine War. The air passenger traffic is expected to surge by 31% during 2023-2030, with increased demand in domestic and international aviation.
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OTHER KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS COVERED IN THE REPORT
- The economic development initiatives implemented in the European Union are expected aid the GDP per capita income growth in the region
- The major OEMs in the market, Boeing and Airbus, are expected to increase their deliveries during 2023-2030, leading to a balanced number of aircraft backlogs
- The surge in the number of passengers has aided the expenditure on aviation infrastructure, with the upgradation of existing airports and the construction of new airports expected in Europe
- The primary source of revenue for aircraft manufacturers is commercial aircraft orders placed with major airlines
- Factors such as recovery in air travel and substantial aircraft orders being placed by various airlines are driving the growth of the market
- Airlines are planning to reduce aircraft fuel consumption in order to reduce the overall aircraft weight
Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Industry Overview
The Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Market is fairly consolidated, with the top five companies occupying 82.79%. The major players in this market are Burrana, Latecoere, Northern Avionics srl, Panasonic Avionics Corporation and Thales Group (sorted alphabetically).
Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Market Leaders
Burrana
Latecoere
Northern Avionics srl
Panasonic Avionics Corporation
Thales Group
Other important companies include Donica Aviation Engineering Co., Ltd, IMAGIK International Corp..
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order.
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Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Market News
- June 2022: Recaro Aircraft Seating partnered with Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic Avionics) to unveil a new in-flight entertainment seat-end solution installed on the CL3810 economy class seat.
- May 2022: Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic Avionics) has been selected by Lufthansa to provide its NEXT in-flight entertainment (IFE) system for the carrier’s flagship Boeing 747-8 fleet.
- October 2021: Panasonic Avionics Corporation will provide an in-flight entertainment system to Air Belgium for the carrier’s new Airbus A330neo aircraft.
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Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Market Report - Table of Contents
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS
2. REPORT OFFERS
3. INTRODUCTION
- 3.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
- 3.2 Scope of the Study
- 3.3 Research Methodology
4. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS
- 4.1 Air Passenger Traffic
- 4.2 New Aircraft Deliveries
- 4.3 GDP Per Capita (current Price)
- 4.4 Revenue Of Aircraft Manufacturers
- 4.5 Aircraft Backlog
- 4.6 Gross Orders
- 4.7 Expenditure On Airport Construction Projects (ongoing)
- 4.8 Expenditure Of Airlines On Fuel
- 4.9 Regulatory Framework
- 4.10 Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD, Forecasts up to 2030 and analysis of growth prospects)
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5.1 Aircraft Type
- 5.1.1 Narrowbody
- 5.1.2 Widebody
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5.2 Country
- 5.2.1 France
- 5.2.2 Germany
- 5.2.3 Spain
- 5.2.4 Turkey
- 5.2.5 United Kingdom
- 5.2.6 Rest of Europe
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Key Strategic Moves
- 6.2 Market Share Analysis
- 6.3 Company Landscape
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 Burrana
- 6.4.2 Donica Aviation Engineering Co., Ltd
- 6.4.3 IMAGIK International Corp.
- 6.4.4 Latecoere
- 6.4.5 Northern Avionics srl
- 6.4.6 Panasonic Avionics Corporation
- 6.4.7 Thales Group
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT CABIN INTERIOR CEOS
8. APPENDIX
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8.1 Global Overview
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Porter’s Five Forces Framework
- 8.1.3 Global Value Chain Analysis
- 8.1.4 Market Dynamics (DROs)
- 8.2 Sources & References
- 8.3 List of Tables & Figures
- 8.4 Primary Insights
- 8.5 Data Pack
- 8.6 Glossary of Terms
List of Tables & Figures
- Figure 1:
- AIR PASSENGER TRAFFIC, BY COUNTRY, NUMBER OF PASSENGERS TRAVELLED, EUROPE, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 2:
- NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES, NUMBER OF AIRCRAFTS DELIVERED, EUROPE, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 3:
- GDP PER CAPITA (CURRENT PRICE), BY COUNTRY, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2030
- Figure 4:
- REVENUE OF AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURERS, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 5:
- AIRCRAFT BACKLOG BY MANUFACTURER, NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT, EUROPE, 2017 - 2023
- Figure 6:
- GROSS ORDERS, BY MANUFACTURER, NUMBER OF AIRCRAFT, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 7:
- EXPENDITURE ON AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (ONGOING), % SHARE, REGION VS OTHERS ,2022
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- EXPENDITURE OF AIRLINES ON FUEL, % SHARE, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
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- EUROPE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MARKET, VALUE, USD, 2017 - 2030
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- VALUE OF EUROPE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MARKET, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF EUROPE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MARKET, BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 12:
- VALUE OF NARROWBODY MARKET, USD, EUROPE , 2017 - 2030
- Figure 13:
- VALUE SHARE OF NARROWBODY BY CABIN CLASS, USD, EUROPE, 2023 VS 2030
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- VALUE OF WIDEBODY MARKET, USD, EUROPE , 2017 - 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF WIDEBODY BY CABIN CLASS, USD, EUROPE, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 16:
- VALUE OF EUROPE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MARKET, BY COUNTRY, USD, EUROPE, 2017 - 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF EUROPE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MARKET, BY COUNTRY, %, EUROPE, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 18:
- VALUE OF FRANCE MARKET, USD, FRANCE , 2017 - 2030
- Figure 19:
- VALUE SHARE OF FRANCE BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, USD, FRANCE, 2023 VS 2030
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- VALUE OF GERMANY MARKET, USD, GERMANY , 2017 - 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF GERMANY BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, USD, GERMANY, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 22:
- VALUE OF SPAIN MARKET, USD, SPAIN , 2017 - 2030
- Figure 23:
- VALUE SHARE OF SPAIN BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, USD, SPAIN, 2023 VS 2030
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- VALUE OF TURKEY MARKET, USD, TURKEY , 2017 - 2030
- Figure 25:
- VALUE SHARE OF TURKEY BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, USD, TURKEY, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 26:
- VALUE OF UNITED KINGDOM MARKET, USD, UNITED KINGDOM , 2017 - 2030
- Figure 27:
- VALUE SHARE OF UNITED KINGDOM BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, USD, UNITED KINGDOM, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 28:
- VALUE OF REST OF EUROPE MARKET, USD, REST OF EUROPE , 2017 - 2030
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- VALUE SHARE OF REST OF EUROPE BY AIRCRAFT TYPE, USD, REST OF EUROPE, 2023 VS 2030
- Figure 30:
- NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES OF MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES, EUROPE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MARKET, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 31:
- TOTAL NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES OF COMPANIES, EUROPE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MARKET, EUROPE, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 32:
- MARKET SHARE OF EUROPE COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM MARKET (%), EUROPE, 2022
Europe Commercial Aircraft In-Flight Entertainment System Industry Segmentation
Narrowbody, Widebody are covered as segments by Aircraft Type. France, Germany, Spain, Turkey, United Kingdom are covered as segments by Country.
- In-flight entertainment is integral to cabin interiors and defines a passenger's entire flight experience. The adoption of narrowbody aircraft in long-haul routes by European airlines has increased, aiding the deployment of IFE systems in narrowbody aircraft. Airlines such as Lufthansa and Air France focus on improving their business-class seats and enhancing the customer experience through IFE systems.
- In the region, Panasonic is one of the major OEMs that offers many versions of the IFE system, including Astrova, NEXT, and X Series. Various airlines in Europe use screens ranging from 12 inches to 18 inches with different configurations, such as LED, QLED, and 4K HDR screens, according to cabin class. Air Europa, Turkish Airlines, and TUI Airways are the major airlines in the region that offered IFE systems in their narrowbody fleet during 2017-2022. In contrast, some of the other major carriers, such as Air France and British Airways, also offered IFE systems in their widebody fleet with a screen size ranging from 9 to 12 inches. The surge in aircraft procurement numbers due to the addition of new routes in the underserved markets of the region is expected to boost the demand for commercial aircraft and its associated IFE systems in Europe.
- During 2017-2022, narrowbody aircraft accounted for the majority of deliveries, which accounted for 82% of the total aircraft delivered. As domestic demand has grown, the narrowbody market is expected to grow at a faster rate than the widebody market. In 2022, the procurement of new aircraft in the region has exceeded the pre-pandemic levels by 38% compared to 2019.
| Aircraft Type | Narrowbody |
| Widebody | |
| Country | France |
| Germany | |
| Spain | |
| Turkey | |
| United Kingdom | |
| Rest of Europe |
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Market Definition
- Product Type - Entertainment provided to aircraft passengers during a flight refers to In-flight entertainment. The seatback screens which are used to provide entertainment are included under the IFE system product type.
- Aircraft Type - All the passenger aircraft such as narrowbody and widebody which are single-aisle and twin-aisle are included in this study.
- Cabin Class - Business and First Class, economy and premium economy are classes of air travel provided by the airlines that offer various services to the passengers.
| Keyword | Definition |
|---|---|
| Gross domestic product (GDP) | Gross domestic product (GDP) is a monetary measure of the market value of all the final goods and services produced in a specific time period by countries. |
| Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) | An original equipment manufacturer (OEM) traditionally is defined as a company whose goods are used as components in the products of another company, which then sells the finished item to users. |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) | Dynamic range describes the ratio between the brightest and darkest parts of an image. HDR is used to capture a greater dynamic range than SDR. |
| Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) | The division of the Department of Transportation is concerned with aviation. It operates Air Traffic Control and regulates everything from aircraft manufacturing to pilot training to airport operations in the United States. |
| European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) | The European Aviation Safety Agency is a European Union agency established in 2002 with the task of overseeing civil aviation safety and regulation. |
| 4K Display | 4K resolution refers to a horizontal display resolution of approximately 4,000 pixels. |
| Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) | It is the light-emitting diode (LED) in which the emissive electroluminescent layer is a film of organic compound that emits light in response to an electric current. |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) | The mean time between failures is the predicted elapsed time between inherent failures of a mechanical or electronic system, during normal system operation. |
| (Low-Cost Carrier (LCCs) | It is an airline that is operated with an especially high emphasis on minimizing operating costs and without some of the traditional services and amenities provided in the fare |
| Electronically Dimmable Windows (EDW) | It is a type of window that blocks up to 99.96% of all visible light and provide full opacity, integrated into the window cassette of the sidewall panel. |
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