Emirates rolls out retrofitted Boeing 777s with Premium Economy to Beirut and Beijing

Emirates today announced that retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft featuring Premium Economy will serve flights EK953/954 between Dubai and Beirut from 6 January 2026 and flights EK306/307 between Dubai and Beijing, starting from 1 February 2026.

Launch Dates:
- Beirut (Lebanon): From 6 January 2026, flights EK953/954 will feature the retrofitted Boeing 777.
- Beijing (China): From 1 February 2026, flights EK306/307 will operate with the upgraded aircraft.

Cabin Configuration:
- First Class: 8 suites
- Business Class: 40 seats in a 1-2-1 layout (new champagne leather design)
- Premium Economy: 24 seats with enhanced comfort
- Economy: 260 latest-generation seats

Premium Economy Features:
- Spacious leather seats with generous recline
- Full leg and footrests, adjustable headrests
- 13.3-inch TV screens, in-seat charging points
- Side cocktail tables with wood finish
- Complimentary amenity kits on select flights
- Exclusive sparkling wine: Chandon Vintage Brut 2017

Business Class Enhancements:
- Redesigned cabin with 1-2-1 seating for privacy and aisle access
- Champagne leather seats with detailed stitching
- Soft cushioned headrests, matching Emirates A380 design

Connectivity & Network Benefits:
- Beirut flights connect seamlessly to major diaspora hubs (Sydney, Melbourne, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Montreal).
- Beijing flights connect to Emirates’ global destinations including London Heathrow, New York JFK, São Paulo, Johannesburg, Madrid, Malé, Lisbon, and Gulf cities like Kuwait, Riyadh, and Amman.

Strategic Significance
- Beirut: First time Premium Economy and new Business Class cabin are introduced on this route.
- Beijing: Fourth city in mainland China to receive Emirates’ next-gen products.
- Consistency: Passengers can now enjoy a uniform Premium Economy experience across multiple routes, including A380s and retrofitted 777s.