Our rankings reveal the 50 biggest emerging market banks amid China’s slowdown and India’s rapid rise.
China is mired in an economic slump that is expected to further worsen in 2026. Concerns over the downturn prompted Fitch to downgrade the country’s sovereign rating, citing a “continued weakening of China’s public finances and a rapidly rising public debt trajectory during the country’s economic transition.” Additionally, the agency expects that “sustained fiscal stimulus will be deployed to support growth.” Stimulus contributes to asset growth in the country’s banking sector through the financing of large infrastructure projects and incremental loan growth.
But in a show of China’s continued dominance in our ranking of the 50 Biggest Emerging Market Banks in 2025, Chinese banks take the top 15 spots and account for half of all institutions in the ranking. However, despite its 4% aggregate growth, the country’s share of total banking assets in the top 50 has declined to about 84% from 90% last year as banks in the eight other countries in the rankings are expanding more rapidly.
Most notable are the five Indian banks, which averaged 14% year-over-year asset growth. Among emerging market countries, India’s economy is leading the pack, with GDP growth of 6.5% in 2024 and a forecast of 6.6% in 2025 and 6.2% in 2026. Recognizing India’s sustained progress, S&P upgraded its sovereign rating in August, stating that its “robust economic expansion is having a constructive effect on India’s credit metrics.” The agency expects “sound economic fundamentals to underpin growth momentum over the next two to three years.” Furthermore, the agency’s view is that “continued policy stability and high infrastructure investment will support India’s long-term growth prospects.”
If China’s banks are excluded, a clearer global view of the biggest emerging market banks materializes. India adds four more for a total of nine banks in the rankings, with State Bank of India moving to the top from 16th place here. Brazil’s Banco do Brasil would then take third place, with two South Korean banks rounding out the top 5. Other countries entering the rankings would be Egypt, Mexico, and Poland.
Global Finance has China dominating the top of the biggest bank rankings.
While many factors contribute to fluctuations in bank balance sheets, sustained global economic expansion continues to underpin the asset growth reflected in our 2025 ranking of the world’s biggest banks. In the aggregate, these banks account for $95.5 trillion in assets, up 3% year over year. Once again, Chinese banks hold the top four spots on the list and place 15 institutions overall. The pace of expansion for this subset has been slightly higher at 4%, with assets totaling $38.4 trillion. The Chinese top four are majority state-owned policy banks, which have grown a bit faster at 5%. Their franchises typically benefit from large government stimulus measures and infrastructure spending.
In North America, the US places six institutions in our ranking, with assets growing only about 1.4% year on year. Notably, JPMorgan Chase has over $4 trillion in assets. All four Canadian banks showed balance-sheet expansion, leading to an overall increase of about 4.6%.
Among European banks, HSBC leads the pack with over $3 trillion in assets. The region holds 19 spots, with aggregate assets up about 1.7%. On a country level, France places the most, with six institutions, followed by the UK with five.
Our Asia-Pacific region winners include three Japanese banks while Australia now places two banks, with Commonwealth Bank of Australia a new entrant. State Bank of India rounds out our ranking.
HomeAwardsWorld’s Safest Banks 2025: Islamic Banks In GCC
GCC banking institutions display the importance of growing open banking.
The evolution of Islamic banking in the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is accelerating as new products and regulatory developments shape the industry. For the institutions cited in our ranking of the Safest Islamic Banks in the GCC, an important area of growth is open banking, which allows bank customers to securely share financial data with third-party providers. This represents a significant opportunity to capture new business with commercial clients, particularly in the small to midsized enterprise segment.
Embedded Shariah-compliant products enable a range of services for real-time cash management, collections, and payments. To speed this development, Islamic banks are expanding partnerships with fintechs. GCC countries have made this area a high priority. The Saudi Central Bank has launched an open banking platform, establishing frameworks for corporate APIs: an important component of the bank’s fintech strategy related to the government’s Saudi Vision 2030 initiative.
The sukuk market is growing steadily—S&P estimates $200 billion in issuance during 2025, up 4% year over year—but the market must adapt to maintain growth as heightened regulation is on the horizon. Under evaluation is a new guideline (Standard 62) from the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) that alters the dynamics of the sukuk market. According to S&P, the new standard will mean “a market shift from structures in which contractual obligations of sukuk sponsors underpin repayment to structures where the underlying assets have a more prominent role. This could change the nature of sukuk as an instrument, exposing investors to higher risk, and increase market fragmentation.”
A new leader has emerged in our 2025 ranking of the Safest Islamic Banks in the GCC. Al Rajhi Bank, the largest Islamic bank globally, has claimed the top spot thanks to a Moody’s upgrade to Aa3 after the agency raised Saudi Arabia’s sovereign rating to the same level last November.
Emerging markets are navigating new risks from tariffs.
Because many emerging market countries rely heavily on exports, their economies and banking systems face heightened risk from the imposition of US tariffs. With this segment representing some of the largest trading partners of the US, including China, South Korea, and Taiwan, tension surrounding trade negotiations continues to escalate—particularly with China, following the US administration’s most recent threat of 100% tariffs on Chinese imports. Notably, institutions in these three countries represent half of our 50 Safest Emerging Markets banks. South Korean banks claim the top three positions and place nine overall, while China and Taiwan place eight banks each among our rankings.
In every country impacted by US tariff policy, the banking sector must navigate the collateral damage its clients experience due to disrupted trade flows and supply chains. For emerging market economies, the declining value of the US dollar softens some of this impact through relatively cheaper import costs in these markets and eases dollar debt service for those countries and corporations with outstanding dollar-denominated debt. Not surprisingly, emerging market GDP growth expectations have fallen. In the October edition of its World Economic Outlook, the International Monetary Fund forecasts a decline for the emerging market and developing economies from 4.3% in 2024 to 4.2% in 2025 and 4% by 2026.
The GDP decline forecast for China is more pronounced, with 5% growth in 2024 falling to 4.8% in 2025, and further to 4.2% in 2026. An overall deterioration in China’s credit fundamentals prompted Fitch to downgrade the country’s sovereign rating in April to A from A+. As a rationale for the move, the agency cites “a continued weakening of China’s public finances and a rapidly rising public debt trajectory during the country’s economic transition.”
“Sustained fiscal stimulus will be deployed to support growth, amid subdued domestic demand, rising tariffs, and deflationary pressures.”
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Fitch adds that “this support, along with a structural erosion in the revenue base, will likely keep fiscal deficits high.” Following this action, the agency downgraded China Development Bank (its ranking fell to No. 13 from No. 8 last year), Agricultural Development Bank of China (to No. 14 from No. 9), and Export-Import Bank of China (to No. 15 from No. 10).
Moody’s upgraded Saudi Arabia’s sovereign ratings in November, with the view that the kingdom’s progress in economic diversification will be sustained, further reducing its exposure to oil market developments and providing a more conducive environment for sustainable development of the country’s nonhydrocarbon economy. Meanwhile, S&P recognized the country’s sustained socioeconomic and capital market reforms with a March 2025 upgrade. Bank upgrades followed, allowing Saudi National Bank to climb to No. 25 in our rankings from No. 35 last year, Al Rajhi moved up to No. 26 from No. 36, and Riyad Bank is now No. 36, up from No. 49.
The kingdom doubled its representation in our rankings to six banks, as Saudi Awwal Bank (No. 41), Banque Saudi Fransi (No. 43), and Arab National Bank (No. 45) are new to the Top 50 this year. Consequently, these moves pushed Ahli Bank, China Merchants Bank, and Banco de Credito e Inversiones from our rankings. Moody’s upgrades provided the catalyst for upward shifts in our rankings. Better credit fundamentals at Emirates NBD Bank, based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), allowed the bank to rise eight places to No. 17; while Taiwan’s E.SUN Commercial Bank’s improving business franchise, robust risk management, and corporate governance helped move the bank up nine places to No. 30.
Global Finance’s rankings expand from 50 to 100 of the safest banks.
The global banking sector faces major challenges as economies worldwide navigate volatility driven by US tariff policies and intensifying competition that is reshaping bank strategies and business models. Against this backdrop, our 2025 rankings expand the World’s Safest Banks from the Global Top 50 to the Top 100, offering a broader view of the sector and deeper insight into its resilience.
Washington’s evolving tariff policy and the resulting disruptions to global trade and supply chains have fractured economic ties among the largest US trading partners, contributing to upward pressure on inflation and to diminished global growth. These represent persistent issues that are likely to grow as the full effects of tariffs take hold. According to the World Trade Organization (WTO), the October forecast for growth in global trade volume in 2025 rose to 2.4% from 0.9% in August, mainly due to the front-loading of imports into the US ahead of announced tariffs. The WTO outlook for 2026, however, is more muted, with trade volume growth falling to 0.5%.
The September economic outlook of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) projects global GDP growth to decrease from 3.3% in 2024 to 3.2% in 2025, and to 2.9% in 2026. Regionally, growth in the US economy is forecast to fall from 2.8% in 2024 to 1.8% in 2025 and 1.5% in 2026 while euro area GDP growth is expected to be 1.2% in 2025, declining to 1% in 2026. China is facing a possible contraction from 4.9% GDP in 2025 to 4.4% in 2026.
As this year has unfolded, many of the world’s central banks are firmly in an easing cycle, with broadening global rate cuts to spur their respective economies. The institutions at the forefront in providing the most effective service offerings continue to invest in technology to aggressively transform their business models beyond their current digital platforms and online capabilities. Increasingly these banks are utilizing generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to accelerate this transformation by leveraging data analytics to quickly identify new solutions to drive growth and uncover cost efficiencies.
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Frequently, changes in a country’s sovereign rating provide the catalyst for year-over-year shifts in our annual rankings. Notably, Moody’s downgraded France to Aa3 from Aa2, citing the country’s fiscal challenges with deficit reduction and weakening public finances. Bank downgrades followed, given reduced government-support uplift to the ratings under the agency’s methodology. Consequently, Caisse des Depots et Consignations fell to No. 29 from No. 11, SFIL dropped to No. 47 from No. 19, BNP Paribas fell to No. 60 from No. 48, Credit Agricole fell to No. 61 from No. 49, and Banque Federative du Credit Mutuel fell to No. 62 from No. 50.
Similarly, following Fitch’s April 2025 downgrade of China due to weakening public finances, follow-on downgrades kept Chinese banks lower in the rankings, with China Development Bank at No. 73, Agricultural Development Bank of China at No. 75, and Export-Import Bank of China at No. 76.
On a positive note, Saudi Arabia benefited from a Moody’s upgrade to Aa3 from A1 in November 2024, with the agency citing progress on economic diversification. S&P recognized the country’s sustained socioeconomic and capital market reforms with a March 2025 upgrade to A+ from A. These moves allowed two banks to enter the top 100: Saudi National Bank at No. 99 and Al Rajhi Bank at No. 100.
In Canada, National Bank of Canada’s progress in growing its franchise to expand beyond its home market of Quebec prompted an S&P upgrade that moved the bank to No. 44 from last year’s No. 68. At Toronto-Dominion Bank, anti-money laundering deficiencies prompted both Moody’s and S&P to downgrade the bank, resulting in a drop in its ranking to No. 41 from No. 21 last year.
Methodology
Our rankings apply to the world’s largest 500 banks by asset size and are calculated based on long-term foreign currency ratings issued by Fitch Ratings, Standard & Poor’s, and Moody’s Investors Service. Under our methodology, we require a rating from at least two of these agencies. It’s important to note that the largest 500 banks with at least two agency ratings are sourced from a universe of approximately 1,000 banks, as not all banks hold two agency ratings. Where possible, ratings on holding companies rather than operating companies are used; and banks that are wholly owned by other banks are omitted. Within each rank set, banks are organized according to asset size, based on data for the most recent annual reporting period provided by Fitch Solutions and Moody’s. Ratings are reproduced with permission from the three rating agencies, with all rights reserved. A ranking is not a recommendation to purchase, sell, or hold a security; and it does not comment on market price or suitability for a particular investor. All ratings in the tables were valid as of August 15, 2025.
There are hundreds of places to explore in Europe, from quaint seaside towns to medieval cities – but which is the safest to visit? A travel expert has ranked them and revealed their top 10
An avid traveller revealed the safest capitals to visit in Europe (Image: Getty Images/Stock Photo)
An avid traveller has revealed the safest places to visit in Europe – and it might not be where you’d expect.
When looking for the next getaway or city break, it can be hard to narrow down the ideal location, especially if you’re looking for somewhere new to visit. A key factor that many consider is how safe the location is – so they can wander around the foreign streets freely without the extra stress of looking over their shoulder.
In a bid to help others book their dream vacation, solo traveller and European expert, Luke Patrick Hoogmoed, curated a list of European capitals that were dubbed the safest, with the lowest level of crime. Sharing a video on his Instagram account, which boasts over 500K followers, he revealed the list, counting down from 10 to number 1. Here’s what the traveller expert said…
Copenhagen is among the safest cities in Europe (Image: Getty Images)
10. Copenhagen, Denmark
The capital of Denmark is a charming and modern city, known for its biking culture and brightly coloured buildings with Scandinavian designs. The expert said, “People trust each other and follow the rules. The streets are well-lit and easy to walk at night. Visit Nyhavn for colorful views by the water.”
9. Prague, Czech Republic
Often called the ‘City of a Hundred Spires’, the capital of the Czech Republic boasts cobbled streets, medieval bridges and fairy-tale-like churches with a vibrant yet welcoming feel. The traveller noted, “The city is full of life but feels calm. Police are present and public spaces are kept safe. Don’t miss Charles Bridge at sunrise.”
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8. Bratislava, Slovakia
It may be small, but the capital of Slovakia is filled with character, with lively squares that go uncrowded and a relaxed vibe for an easy getaway. “It’s small and easy to get around. Most areas are quiet and crime is rare. Bratislava Castle has the best views of the city,” the expert revealed.
7. Warsaw, Poland
Blending history and modern energy, the capital of Poland has riverside parks, baroque churches, historic landmarks and an Old Town that was reconstructed. Luke shared: “The city is busy but well-organised. Public transport and streets are safe to use. The Old Town Market Square is a must-see.”
6. Helsinki, Finland
The capital of Finland has been described as modern yet serene, with maritime beauty and an urban blend. “People look out for one another. It’s clean, peaceful, and safe to walk anywhere. Visit Suomenlinna island for a nice getaway from the busy city centre,” the expert noted.
Helsinki, Finland, has been described as ‘clean, peaceful, and safe to walk anywhere’(Image: Getty Images)
5. Tallinn, Estonia
The small capital of Estonia is a preserved medieval city where you can walk the streets filled with character and experience its contemporary edge. “The old town is well-lit and lively. Crime levels are low and people feel secure. Toompea Hill offers great city views,” Luke said.
4. Reykjavik, Iceland
A small yet vibrant and picturesque city, with a lively cultural scene, surrounded by majestic mountains. The expert revealed: “Almost everyone knows each other. Violence and serious crime are very rare. I filmed the clip from the top of the Hallgrímskirkja Church.”
3. Zagreb, Croatia
With an Upper and Lower Town to be explored, the capital of Croatia has a charming feel with a warmth and elegance that runs through to its residents. “It’s relaxed and friendly. The police are active and keep the streets safe. The Upper Town is perfect for a peaceful walk,” the traveller said.
2. Ljubljana, Slovenia
Intimate and walkable, the capital of Slovenia is known for its modern architecture, outdoor living and fairytale-like backdrop. Luke noted, “The city is small and welcoming. It’s easy to walk around without worry. Ljubljana Castle overlooks the whole city.”
The expert said, ‘Safety is part of everyday living’ in Bern, Switzerland(Image: Getty Images)
1. Bern, Switzerland
With medieval buildings, arcaded walkways and cobbled streets, the Swiss capital is filled with history and beauty around every corner. Ranked as the safest, the expert said: “Calm streets and orderly life. Safety is part of everyday living here. The Rose Garden has the best view of the old town.”
A recent study named the cities in the country that are the safest to stay in or travel to – and this one took the number one spot
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Edinburgh was described as “significantly safer” than Glasgow(Image: Thomas Roell / Getty Images)
When choosing where to live, everyone will have their own preferences. Whilst easy access to green spaces and parks might be the top priority for some, others will focus on amenities and shopping facilities.
Nevertheless, many Scots would agree that few things matter as much as safety. Thankfully, Scotland’s villages, towns, and cities are typically very secure places to call home.
If you place safety above everything else, though, it can be challenging to know where in Scotland to put down roots. Luckily, a recent study has revealed the cities in the country that are the safest to reside in or visit.
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Scotland’s “safest city” was recently named by Reolink(Image: georgeclerk / Getty Images)
As reported by the Daily Record, the “safest cities” in Scotland were identified earlier this year by Reolink. Five cities across the nation were ranked by their ‘safety index’ score, which “shows the consistency of local police in managing crimes and maintaining peace within the city”.
Topping the experts’ list was Edinburgh. The Scottish capital achieved a high safety index score of 68.98. Reolink also discovered that 82 per cent of people living in Edinburgh feel secure. According to the experts, “continuous patrolling has been done in heavy traffic areas” of the city. Meanwhile, Edinburgh was found to have a ‘crime index’ of just 30.99.
Also, theft, dishonesty, and house break-ins are amongst the most common offences reported in the Scottish capital. Reolink declared: “Edinburgh is ranked as the safest city in Scotland. It has a safety index of 68.98 according to Numbeo, with the lowest crime index of 30.99. It usually reports cases of theft, dishonesty, house break-ins, and offences.”
“According to the reports, over 82 per cent of the residents feel safe living there. It’s a student-friendly city where continuous patrolling has been done in heavy traffic areas.”
Reolink also branded Edinburgh as being “significantly safer” than Glasgow. The specialists revealed that Scotland’s biggest city “has higher violent crime rates, which makes it less safe than Edinburgh”.
Trailing in second spot on Reolink’s ranking of Scotland’s most secure cities was Aberdeen. The Granite City was discovered to possess the “lowest violent crime rate and high safety standards”, achieving a safety index rating of 63.20.
Meanwhile, Inverness claimed third position as the nation’s safest city. Based on Reolink’s findings, the Scottish Highlands city boasts a safety index rating of 62.13.
Completing the top five on the ranking were Glasgow and Dundee. The former achieved a safety index rating of 54.56, whilst Dundee’s safety index rating stood at 51.40.
Beyond Scotland’s cities, Reolink revealed that Orkney and Shetland rank amongst the nation’s most secure regions. The specialists noted that the archipelagos maintain lower crime figures when measured against other Scottish locations.
Reolink stated: “Safety ranks as one of the major concerns for people visiting and living in Scotland. It is necessary to inquire about the safety of everywhere you stay or travel.”
One popular European city has been named the safest place to visit, according to new research
There’s one city that ranks the safest in Europe(Image: Getty)
When it comes to planning a holiday, there’s a lot to consider from the local cuisine and attractions to accommodation. However, one crucial factor is the safety of the destination.
Topping the list with an overall safety score of 44.14 is the Croatian city of Dubrovnik.
Not only is Dubrovnik a safe place to visit, but it also attracts crowds of tourists with its medieval architecture and status as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Known as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, the city boasts a charming Old Town for visitors to explore.
Dubrovnik scored 8.76 from Numbeo for crime level, indicating it’s ‘very low’ and 35.38 for crime increasing over the last five years, also deemed ‘low’.
Coming in second with an overall safety score of 55.81 is Tallinn, the capital of Estonia.
Like Dubrovnik, Tallinn is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a medieval city.
Visitors can safely enjoy a plethora of cafes and restaurants serving local cuisine.
Poland’s capital, Warsaw, ranks third with a safety score of 60.19.
Despite seeing a ‘moderate’ increase in crime over the past five years, the popular destination maintains a ‘very low’ crime level.
Many tourists flock to this city to delve into its rich history and sample the vast array of Polish cuisine on offer.
Prague, the Czech Republic’s capital, came in fourth with a score of 60.88, its ‘moderate’ crime rating over the past five years contributing to an overall ‘very low’ crime score.
As the largest city in the Czech Republic, Prague draws in thousands of tourists annually, who are captivated by its gothic cathedrals and skyline filled with spires.
Kraków took fifth place with a score of 64.31. According to Riviera Travel, it has a ‘low’ crime level of 20.7 and a ‘moderate’ increase in crime over the past five years of 43.61.
Kraków is home to Europe’s largest medieval market square, a renowned Old Town, and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Meanwhile, Amsterdam ranked sixth with a score of 71.09, followed by Munich in Germany with 73.74 and Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland.
Zurich was ninth, with Budapest, the capital of Hungary, rounding out the top ten.
A travel expert has pointed out one specific seat that offers the best combination of safety and value – and it’s one that most people don’t even know about
It should also help ensure a smoother ride(Image: J. James via Getty Images)
For many, the thought of flying can be a source of anxiety, particularly when turbulence strikes or the mind wanders to the potential dangers of being 30,000 feet in the air. While some opt for the comfort and reassurance of business class, others simply hold tight to their armrests and hope for smooth skies.
However, travel guru Bryson Robert, from Safari Soles Tours, an operator specialising in African escapades, suggests there’s a more intelligent approach that won’t leave your wallet feeling light.
“Most people don’t realise there’s actually a specific seat that offers the best combination of safety and value,” Mr Robert revealed. “While seat 11A might seem like any other window seat, it’s actually positioned in what many aviation experts consider the safest part of the aircraft, and you can often snag it without paying those exorbitant upgrade fees.”
With his extensive experience guiding clients to far-flung locations across Tanzania, Mr Robert has gained deep insights into aviation safety and booking strategies, and he explains why this particular seat should be on the radar of safety-conscious travellers.
Why Seat 11A is the sweet spot for safety
The allure of seat 11A lies in its strategic placement over the aircraft’s wings. This location provides several safety benefits that most passengers overlook when reserving their flights.
Aircraft seating expert Mr Robert shared a tip on securing a smoother ride, saying: “When you’re sitting over the wing, you’re positioned at the plane’s centre of gravity,” and added, “This means you’ll experience less turbulence compared to seats at the front or back of the aircraft. The wing area also has the most reinforced structure in the entire plane.”
The reinforcement of the wings not only ensures steadier flying due to the robust structure but is also pivotal for the plane’s structural integrity. The design of aircraft wings is intentional to bear significant stress, which in turn makes the space directly above them a highly stable zone in the event of any unforeseen trouble during a flight.
There’s also the added perk of being near emergency exits when seated at 11A, giving passengers swift access to multiple egress points – a sharp contrast to seats situated at the extremities of the plane where exit options could be restricted.
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Before rushing to book your seat, remember to review the seat maps specific to your flight.
For those aiming to claim seat 11A, Robert emphasises the importance of verifying the seat layout by stating: “You want to look for planes where 11A sits directly over the wing with clear sight lines to emergency exits,” recommending both Boeing 737s and Airbus A320s as prime candidates for such favourable seating arrangement.
To make sure that 11A indeed boasts these strategic positional perks on your particular journey, it’s wise to consult airline seat map resources and tools such as SeatGuru. It’s noteworthy that certain aircraft may have unique numbering sequences or layouts that displace row 11 from its advantageous spot over the wing.
Mr Robert also advises against choosing planes where the 11th row falls within the premium economy section, as these seats usually come with compulsory upgrade fees that negate the point of affordability.
You can get the ‘safest’ seat, according to an expert(Image: Pexels)
Securing seat 11A without additional charges
The timing of your booking could be the deciding factor between securing seat 11A for free or being hit with hefty selection fees. Mr Robert reveals his insider tip for nabbing this prime spot.
“Book your flight first, then wait about 24 hours before selecting your seat,” he recommended. “Many airlines release their best available seats during this window, and 11A often becomes available for standard selection.”
“If you’re flexible with your departure times, Tuesday and Wednesday flights often have more seat availability,” Mr Robert said. “Airlines are less likely to charge premium fees for seats that aren’t filling up quickly.”
Another tactic involves regularly checking back after making your booking. As the departure date draws nearer, airlines sometimes make previously restricted seats available for free selection when it’s apparent they won’t be sold as upgrades.
Some seats are thought to be safer than others(Image: Pexels)
Mr Robert concluded: “After years of coordinating travel for safari clients flying into remote African destinations, I’ve learned that smart seat selection can make or break a long-haul flight experience. Seat 11A represents the perfect sweet spot that most travellers completely overlook. You’re getting the structural advantages of being positioned over the wing – which means better stability during turbulence and proximity to the aircraft’s strongest point – without paying the premium that business class demands.
“The beauty of this seat is that it addresses the two biggest concerns I hear from nervous flyers: safety and cost. You don’t need to spend an extra £200-500 on an upgrade to feel more secure during your flight. Understanding aircraft design and booking timing can get you into one of the safest positions on the plane for the price of a standard economy ticket.
“It’s particularly valuable for travellers heading to destinations like ours in Tanzania, where you’re looking at 15-20 hour journey times. Every advantage in comfort and peace of mind counts when you’re covering that kind of distance.”
