Turkish Airlines Takes Delivery of First Airplane Featuring Galleys from TCI

Turkish Airlines has taken delivery of  its first Boeing 737-800 outfitted with galleys manufactured by Turkish Cabin Interiors (TCI).

Turkish Airlines will this year receive nine more 737s equipped with TCI galleys.

Boeing has been assisting TCI in the development of airplane interior products since shortly after the company was founded through the joint effort of Turkish Airlines, Turkish Aerospace Industries and Turkish Technic.

“This is a year in which we will put special emphasis on further building our infrastructure. As we continue to improve the quality of service and expand our presence in the global aviation industry, we also put a high priority on extending and further developing the Turkish aviation industry,” said Hamdi Topçu, Board Chairman of Turkish Airlines. “By establishing Turkish Cabin Interiors, we have taken a more active role in the Turkish industry through logistical support. We look forward to the TCI brand becoming popular across the industry.”

Beyond storage and facilitation of food service, galleys offer airlines an opportunity to differentiate the customer experience through efficiency, interior design and comfort. Having another supplier of components for airplane interiors gives more choice and flexibility to airplane customers, while increasing capacity in the global supply chain to meet growing demand.