RB's New Uniforms

[Adam Lawrence 0]

Recently, Royal Brunei Airlines unveiled their new heritage-inspire uniforms for cabin crew and this is in continuation of the rebranding program of Royal Brunei Airlines (RB).

The new uniforms symbolizes a unique culture of Brunei Darussalam with the world. It still maintains the traditional feel with a simple modern touch.

If you look closely at the female uniform, the blouses have been tastefully detailed with traditional songket patterns along the hem, trim and back. Colours will range from coral dust to fresh mint, to morning sky, based on the seniority of the crew. It reflects the friendly and welcoming nature of the new RB brand.

As for the male crew, they will be wearing three-piece suits in matching brown, with a similar spectrum of Malay-inspired shirts and traditional standing collars

YB Pehin Orang Kaya Hamzah Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Hj Abdullah Begawan Mudim Dato Paduka Hj Bakar, the Minister of Communications viewing the new RB cabin crew uniforms

 

Image courtesy @marul69

 

 

The different colours you will be familiar with once the uniforms are launched

 

The drawing board of the new uniforms

 

Dermot Mannion, Deputy Chairman of Royal Brunei Airlines with the management of RB and the cabin crew

 

YB Pehin Orang Kaya Hamzah Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Hj Abdullah Begawan Mudim Dato Paduka Hj Bakar, the Minister of Communications was the guest of honour with the presence of YB Dato Paduka Hj Bahrin Hj Abdullah, RB’s Chairman, members of RB’s Board of Directors, esteemed guests from the Ministry of Communications and Brunei’s Department of Civil Aviation.

Did you know that this particular project was developed, implemented and completed in Brunei? The design work was completed internally to ensure the new ensemble reflects Bruneian tradition. The fabrics are tailored by Brunei based Khazanah Lady House.

So when will you see the new uniforms on the RB cabin crew? Well, by early April, you will be able to witness the new uniforms when RB launch the Boeing 787 Dreamliner services to Melbourne. For those who are attending the National Day parade, you will be able to get a sneak preview of the new uniform this Sunday

The new RB cabin crew uniform. Images courtesy of Royal Brunei Airlines.

Edited February 21, 2014 by Adam Lawrence

[Mr.Bandit 0]

thumb up. looks better than previous.

[KC Sim 2]

Now that explains the use of that morning blue on the economy class seats ...

 

Not certain that I like these colours more than or as much as the ones being replaced. These are nice colours (for seat upholstery) but as uniforms, they seem very muted and will be even more so after a few washes. There isn't much difference between the morning sky blue and the mint green.

 

But as with every new livery or uniform, one has to see it in person to make a final judgement ... and even then, some like it, some just don't.

 

What perhaps will not change is the very good service on board Royal Brunei Airlines. RBA's crew members are extremely friendly.

 

KC Sim

[Johan Z 0]

I like the colours, much better than the old one. I wish the hat was bigger like QR.

[Khalil Abd Halim 0]

nice elegant colours..and now the stewardess veil fully covered the neck, how it should be worn as per syariah principle

[Ashraf 0]

BI ??

Don't bother to waste space...there are many other airlines worth talking about.

[Johan Z 0]

BI ??

Don't bother to waste space...there are many other airlines worth talking about.

Why not?

[Ashraf 0]

BI can't compete with any other SEA carriers.

Buying 787s doesn't mean they are there to compete.

Look at their home base, their non-commercial product, their financial results, network....they are just not in the same league.

To me, it's national service, despite all the improvements.

The day when it flies via KUL to LON, etc then they could be an option. Otherwise, to fly via-BWN is just a turn off.

[Waiping 12]

Pretty much the same with MH for me. Plus they offer alternative from Sabah and Sarawak to travel to LHR or Australia.

[Isaac 0]

Pretty much the same with MH for me. Plus they offer alternative from Sabah and Sarawak to travel to LHR or Australia.

At a very cheap fare too! Just RM1,800 all-in last time i checked.

[Johan Z 0]

BI can't compete with any other SEA carriers.

Buying 787s doesn't mean they are there to compete.

Look at their home base, their non-commercial product, their financial results, network....they are just not in the same league.

To me, it's national service, despite all the improvements.

The day when it flies via KUL to LON, etc then they could be an option. Otherwise, to fly via-BWN is just a turn off.

 

Putting that aside, this is an aviation forum. You will see a lot of discussions pertaining to airline operations, either bad, good or somewhere in between.

[Adam Lawrence 0]

BI ??

Don't bother to waste space...there are many other airlines worth talking about.

who said it is mandatory for you to view this thread? If you do not like it, you can ignore. Easy as that!

[Khalil Abd Halim 0]

seconded, anyway it's good to see improvement from BI and they executed their revamp within considerable period of time while MH is still circling around the same pavement...

[Adam Lawrence 0]

The behind-the scene video of the photoshoot for the new uniforms. Courtesy of Royal Brunei

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ymVfXFDqXI

[Yang Zulhilmi 0]

from BI's facebook

 

[KC Sim 2]

Why should one not discuss Royal Brunei Airlines?

 

Sure, it is not your flag carrier from a huge country with a huge home market which is also a popular tourist destination. Even as Royal Brunei probably never made much profit with whatever it had ... it did achieve one thing many airlines that are far bigger and better endowed failed to do : Offer G-R-E-A-T service.

 

To prove a point, we should keep discussing about Royal Brunei ... I have flown on Royal Brunei when they were still operating B767-300ERs from Frankfurt to Bangkok (and the service was superb) and recently flew with them from KUL to BWN and back on their B787 and A320 ... the service was still exceptionally good. And BWN Airport is undergoing renovation that will further improve the travel experience.

 

Indeed those who deem this airline unworthy of discussion or of his attention could elect not to open the thread. At no time should the vast majority accept being told that their opinions and interest in any airline is invalid.

 

KC Sim

[flee 5]

BI can't compete with any other SEA carriers.

Buying 787s doesn't mean they are there to compete.

Look at their home base, their non-commercial product, their financial results, network....they are just not in the same league.

To me, it's national service, despite all the improvements.

The day when it flies via KUL to LON, etc then they could be an option. Otherwise, to fly via-BWN is just a turn off.

Very closed mind... not everything revolves around KUL. There are travellers in East Malaysia too - so RBI is a viable altternative, now that MH is such a shitty carrier.

 

If you do not think the RBI is worthy of discussion, just stay out. No one is forcing you to view this thread!

Edited February 24, 2014 by flee

[Cire 0]

BI is an extension of the country's Royal family travelling convenience as been mentioned many times over by forumers here. So, whether they have new aircraft or new uniform, it will not turn the airline into a profitable company, not that it needed too anyways.

[zeqa 1]

RB is just a boutique airline. You can't compare it with QR, SQ or MH.