British airline bmi are to refurbish their short haul services, bringing more comfort and luxury to their passengers.

Travellers will enjoy new leather seats, plush new interiors and additional fixtures and fittings. bmi announced that the refurbishment project is expected to be finished by the summer.

The Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft which are used for bmi's short haul flights will have more than just leather seats installed, with new bulkheads, curtains and carpets being added. Cabin lighting is also being adapted to bring a greater sense of space to the aircraft, allowing passengers to relax with more ease.

The company have also expanded the number of services they offer to British travellers. Routes to Stavanger, Bergen, Marrakech and Casablanca from Heathrow are due to start this month.