Hamburg, December 2003

DASELL awarded contract as OEM supplier of A380 lavatories

In a worldwide invitation for tenders DASELL prevailed over international rivals and was awarded the contract for the development and production of lavatories as the OEM supplier for the new Airbus A380, the world‘s most modern and largest long-haul aircraft.

Already from the beginning of 2002 DASELL has been involved in the aesthetic design of sanitary equipment for the A380. In 2002, DASELL has presented a prototype for a refreshment centre (3-room concept) and for a First Class Lavatory. Since 2003, DASELL has been assigned responsibility for engineering and manufacturing in the future, in close cooperation with Airbus Industrial Design.

Planning for the passenger version of the A380 foresees 15 to 20 sanitary units distributed among the main and upper decks. Lavatory floorplans can vary depending on location and class. A number of different features such as windows, wall colours, décor, shelf layout, design of the service area, wash basin design and air showers ensure the fulfillment of the full range of customer needs. In fulfilling these customer needs DASELL is building on experience gained in the past 10 years from the design and manufacture of prior programs (single aisle and long range aircraft for Airbus). DASELL Cabin Interior is especially proud to continue being the exclusive supplier of lavatories to all Airbus programs.

For further Information: Program Manager for A380 Lavatories at DASELL Cabin Interior is
Mr Andreas Buchholz   a.buchholzdasell.com, Phone: +49 (40) 74314-230