RECARO Aircraft Seating marks SAS’ 80th anniversary with exclusive RECARO Gaming NXT chairs

RECARO Aircraft Seating is celebrating the 80th anniversary of Scandinavian Airlines with a unique collection of 80 customized RECARO Gaming Nxt chairs created exclusively for the carrier. Representing one year of SAS history, each limited-edition chair pays tribute to the airline’s eight decades of service and reflects the strong, longstanding partnership between RECARO and SAS.

Founded in 1946, SAS is celebrating 80 years of connecting Scandinavia with the world. To mark this significant milestone, the airline is organizing a range of commemorative activities and exclusive merchandise for employees, including these one-of-a-kind gaming chairs. Created specifically for the anniversary, the RECARO Nxt chairs feature a bespoke SAS design, showcasing the airline's signature blue upholstery and a premium embroidered SAS logo on the headrest. A subtle white SAS logo on the rear completes the custom look.

The RECARO Nxt showcases the perfect balance of ergonomic innovation, premium materials, and modern styling. Designed with a segmented backrest and advanced adjustment mechanisms, the chair delivers sustained comfort and support, complemented by high-quality upholstery for a superior seating experience. 

Paul Verhagen, CCO at SAS commented: “We’ve always known that a good seat matters. While these 80 custom gaming chairs are intended for our employees, the high-speed internet now installed across the vast majority of our fleet means you can already game from your RECARO seat onboard! Just don't blame us for missing out on that nap.” 

Dr. Mark Hiller, CEO and Shareholder of RECARO Aircraft Seating and CEO of RECARO Holding stated: “I would like to congratulate our partners at SAS on 80 remarkable years in aviation. This anniversary is a testament to SAS’ enduring commitment to innovation, excellence, and connecting people across the globe. We are delighted to celebrate this milestone with SAS and to recognize our valued partnership with 80 customized RECARO Gaming Nxt chairs. We look forward to many more years of collaboration as we continue to elevate the passenger experience together.”

The anniversary initiative reflects the strong connection between RECARO and SAS through seating, design, comfort, and innovation. It also brings to mind a motto appreciated by RECARO: “A seat won’t change the world, but it can carry the people who do.”