RMT reimagines sleep in the sky
This is a special feature from the June/July 2025 Amenities & Comfort digital issue of PAX International, on page 26.
RMT Global Partners helps travelers rest better in the sky with sleep amenities that combine comfort, function and sustainability
Sleep is more than a luxury—it is essential. On long-haul flights, where time zones blur and cabin lights dim, restful sleep can be the difference between exhaustion and renewal. Airlines understand this and so does RMT Global Partners. For years, the company has been helping travelers rest better in the sky with blankets, pillows, eye masks and other sleep amenities that blend comfort, functionality and sustainability.
With its longstanding presence in the airline industry, RMT brings valuable perspective to the sleep experience. PAX International caught up with Founder Richard Tuttle this summer to learn more.
“Our longstanding relationships within the airline industry have shaped the way we approach design and innovation for onboard comfort,” says Tuttle. “Through years of collaboration, we have gained valuable insight into what travelers truly appreciate—comfort, durability and thoughtful details that enhance the inflight experience.”
RMT has seen growing demand for calming materials and multi-functional items with added utility
That insight begins with materials. From initial concept to final production, RMT’s process is rooted in precision. The supplier uses innovative textiles that meet the demands of performance, sustainability and feel.
“One example is our use of recycled materials, which reduce environmental impact while offering a softer, more breathable touch, ideal for extended rest,” Tuttle explains. RMT also applies advanced weaving and finishing techniques to increase longevity without compromising softness—essential for products that are laundered frequently and must maintain appeal over time.
Beyond comfort, RMT works to ensure that every product functions efficiently for the airline and enhances the overall passenger experience.
“We approach every inflight design with both the passenger and the airline in mind,” Tuttle says. This means designing premium, boutique-style items for Business and First Class—high-touch fabrics and elegant finishes—while delivering cost-effective comfort in Economy cabins.
“Items must perform beautifully onboard while also packing efficiently, laundering well and aligning with the airline’s sustainability goals,” he adds.
RMT uses advanced weaving and finishing to boost durability without sacrificing softness for passenger rest
He also points out that sleep products are taking on a more meaningful role in air travel—it is no longer seen as simple amenities but as essential components of a passenger’s overall wellness journey. Tuttle says RMT has noticed an increase in demand for calming tones and textures, and multi-functional items that offer more than one use.
“There is a clear trend toward wellness-driven design,” he says. “We are seeing more requests for softer, breathable fabrics, calming color palettes and sustainably sourced materials.” He adds that blankets with built-in pockets for eye masks and similar innovations are becoming more common as airlines seek to streamline the experience without sacrificing comfort.
To keep pace, RMT is investing in textile innovation and tailoring products to align with each airline’s brand and passenger demographic. The company is also exploring sensory and tech-integrated features that go beyond the basics. “We are continually exploring ways to go beyond traditional amenity design and create a more immersive, restorative inflight experience,” Tuttle says.
With the future in mind, RMT is examining areas such as temperature-regulating fabrics, aromatherapy and sound-dampening materials. It is also considering brand partnerships that could bring new layers of value to its amenity offerings.
The RMT Global Partners team at WTCE 2025
