Arconas

What Arconas does

Arconas is a privately-held Canadian designer, manufacturer, and distributor founded in 1972 in Mississauga, Ontario, with a US sales office in High Point, North Carolina. The company is the leading North American specialist in high-performance furniture for airports and passenger terminals and operates a dedicated Airport Solutions Division established in 2000 that has completed more than 400 airport installations globally. Its customer base includes large hub airports such as Dallas Fort Worth International, Montreal Metropolitan, Kelowna International, Fargo Hector, Northern Colorado Regional, Quito International, and Easterwood Regional, alongside cruise and ferry terminals, bus and rail stations, and judicial and government facilities served through a 40+ year GSA Schedule relationship with the US Federal Government.

The product portfolio spans tandem seating systems (Avro, Bernù, Flyaway, Place), lounge and casual seating (Meanwhile, Talk, Connex), tables and workspaces (emBARq, 4Share, Pelago modular seating), modular gate counters, integrated power and charging solutions (inPower Flex 3 with USB-A, USB-C, AC, and wireless charging including the retrofittable patented USB outlets on Avro), and waste and recycling systems (W-Series, Auweko). Proprietary technology centers on the Avro universal beam structure that enables installation, removal, and replacement of multiple seat types within a single ecosystem. Arconas is the exclusive Americas distributor for six premium international furniture brands: Green Furniture Concept (sustainable Swedish modular wood seating including Pelago and Ascent), USM Airportsystems (modular counter systems based on the USM Haller system, featuring chrome-plated brass ball joints and chromed steel tubes), Sellex (AERO benches), Heller Furniture, Auweko (German waste and recycling bins), and Keilhauer. Products carry extensive sustainability and quality certifications including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ANSI/BIFMA compliance, BIFMA LEVEL 3, EPD/HPD, Indoor Advantage Gold, LEED contribution, and Cradle to Cradle; the Avro ecosystem additionally received a Red Dot Product Design award.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales via direct enterprise engagement with airport operators, terminal managers, architects, and designers, supplemented by project management, installation, and consultation services. Pricing is project-based, quote-driven, and not publicly disclosed, with multi-year installation contracts typical. The go-to-market mixes direct field sales through the Airport Solutions Division, government procurement vehicles (GSA Schedule GS-27F-018GA, CMAS, TIPS-USA, and multiple state contracts), and a professional online dashboard providing 2D/3D models and product resources for industry specifiers. Marketing leverages memberships in ACI, AAAE, CLIA, Airport Consultants Council, and Canadian Ferry Association, plus trade events such as Passenger Terminal Expo and ACI-NA. The company has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 13 consecutive years through 2026, including seven years of Platinum Club status.

Name

Arconas

Legal name

Arconas Corporation

Website

https://arconas.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Arconas is a Canadian designer, manufacturer, and exclusive Americas distributor of high-performance furniture serving airports, passenger terminals, cruise and ferry ports, bus and rail stations, and judicial and government facilities across North America and globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Mississauga

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Furniture Product Sales: Arconas generates revenue through the manufacture and distribution of high-performance furniture including seating systems, benches, lounge furniture, tables, power and charging solutions, waste and recycling bins, and modular counters. Products are sold as one-time purchases to airports, terminals, cruise ports, and other public spaces. The company provides custom configuration and quoting for each project.
2. Professional Services: Arconas provides project management, installation services, and consultation throughout the furniture procurement process. This includes detailed planning, shipping coordination, and on-site installation that minimizes disruption to ongoing terminal operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Arconas designs, manufactures, and distributes high-performance furniture for airports and passenger terminals, including modular seating ecosystems (Avro, Pelago, Ascent, Meanwhile, Flyaway), lounge and casual furniture, integrated power and charging solutions (emBARq, inPower Flex 3), waste and recycling systems (W-Series, Auweko), and modular counters (Gate Counter via USM Airportsystems). The company holds exclusive distribution rights in the Americas for Green Furniture Concept, USM Airportsystems, Sellex, Heller Furniture, Auweko, and Keilhauer, and provides professional project management and installation services across 400+ completed airport installations globally.

Product overview

Arconas is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-performance furniture for airports, passenger terminals, cruise & ferry, bus & rail, and judicial & government spaces in North America. The company's product portfolio includes tandem seating systems (Avro, Bernu, Flyaway, Place, Setz), lounge and casual furniture (Meanwhile, Talk, Connex, Boxcar, Cahoots, Lull, Ponder), Green Furniture Concept sustainable modular seating (Pelago, Ascent, Nova C), tables and stools (4Share Tables, emBARq, inPower Stool, Bari Stool), power and charging solutions (inPower Flex 3, USB/AC integrated into seating), waste and recycling systems (W-Series, Auweko, X-Series, Temptation), liquid disposal units, modular counters (Gate Counter, Check-In Desk, Mobile Counters via USM Airportsystems), and outdoor furniture. As exclusive distributor of Auweko, Green Furniture Concept, Heller Furniture, Keilhauer, Sellex, and USM Airportsystems for the Americas, Arconas offers a comprehensive suite of seating, power, waste, recycling, and counter solutions designed to enhance passenger experience from curb to gate.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Green Furniture Concept: Award-winning Swedish seamless indoor wood seating and acoustic lighting options. Arconas is the exclusive distributor of Green Furniture Concept for airports and passenger terminals in the Americas.
• USM Airportsystems
• Avro Collection
• Auweko
• Bernù Collection
• Bene Collection

Products and services

• Avro Tandem Seating Complete high-performance seating ecosystem with an ingenious universal beam structure that allows tandem seating, recliner, lounge seating, lounge bench, and wood bench types to be easily installed, removed, or replaced. Features integrated USB-A and USB-C charging in armrests. Designed by Pearson Lloyd.
• Meanwhile Lounge Seating Elevated lounge seating designed for comfort, function, and meaningful connection. Available in Small (seats 6), Large (seats 8), and distinctive Bean (seats 6) configurations with optional integrated power including USB-A, USB-C, AC outlets, and wireless charging.
• Pelago Modular Seating Modular seating concept inspired by the Nordic archipelago featuring six modular elements including seating, planters, and bins. Double-curved bent plywood construction with recycled aluminum and plastics reclaimed from fishing nets.
• emBARq Workspace and Charging Hub A workspace and charging hub with integrated wireless Qi charging pads, AC and USB-C outlets. Available in freestanding table or wall-mounted versions, seating up to eight people. Designed by Swave Studios.
• Talk Seating Collection Seating collection designed to encourage face-to-face interaction, featuring Low Back Tub Chair, High Back Tub Chair, Low Back 2-seater, and High Back 2-seater options. BIFMA LEVEL 3 certified.
• Gate Counter Modular gate counter customizable for airport needs, offered through partnership with USM Airportsystems. Features access control scanner options, printer/keyboard extension shelves, and CPU storage. Cradle to Cradle certified.
• Ascent Modular Beam Seating Modular beam seating system using straight, curved, and concave shapes for unique seating arrangements. Features sustainable wood with 75% recycled post-consumer aluminum construction.
• Flyaway High-Performance Seating High-performance seating combining classic design and exceptional comfort for airport environments.
• Setle Club Chair Classic club chair with small modern footprint featuring large curved back, integrated seat cushion, and power unit with AC outlet, USB-A, and USB-C ports.
• inPower Flex 3 Power and Charging Solution Flexible power and charging solution integrated into seating for passenger convenience, featuring plug and play surface systems with wireless charging, USB-A, USB-C, and AC receptacles.
• W-Series Disposal System Liquid, bottle, and waste disposal system designed to optimize airport operations, enhance cleanliness, and streamline efficiency.
• Professional Installation and Project Management Services Comprehensive project management, installation services, and consultation provided by the Airport Solutions Division throughout the furniture procurement process, including detailed planning, shipping coordination, and on-site installation that minimizes disruption to ongoing terminal operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 400+ airport installations completed
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Green Furniture ConceptcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArconas is the exclusive distributor of Green Furniture Concept for airports and passenger terminals across the Americas. Green Furniture Concept specializes in crafting sustainable, modular wooden furniture including award-winning Swedish seamless indoor wood seating and acoustic lighting options. Products include Pelago and Ascent seating systems.
• USM AirportsystemscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArconas offers USM Airportsystems modular counter solutions through their partnership. USM develops furnishings for all passenger processes in airports based on the USM Haller system, providing timeless design, integrated technology, and endless flexibility from check-in to boarding.
• SellexcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArconas is the exclusive distributor of Sellex products for airports and passenger terminals. Sellex specializes in minimal, elegant furniture designs for high traffic spaces, including AERO benches and other seating solutions.
• Heller FurniturecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArconas is the exclusive distributor of Heller Furniture for airports and passenger terminals. Heller Furniture offers fun, functional and timeless designs created by world-renowned architects and designers.
• AuwekocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArconas is the exclusive distributor of Auweko waste and recycling bins for airports and passenger terminals. Auweko products are manufactured in Germany and feature waste and recycling solutions with form and function.
• CLIA (Cruise Line International Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArconas is a proud and active member of CLIA. Membership provides access to cruise industry insights, networking opportunities, and ability to connect with cruise terminal operators who may need furniture solutions.
• Canadian Ferry AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArconas is an active member of the Canadian Ferry Association, supporting the ferry terminal furniture market in Canada.
• Airports Council International (ACI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArconas is a long-standing, active member of Airports Council International, the primary industry association representing airports globally.
• American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArconas is a long-standing, active member of AAAE, participating in events like the AAAE Annual Conference.
• Airport Consultants CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArconas maintains membership in the Airport Consultants Council, connecting with airport consulting professionals.
• Open Doors OrganizationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArconas consults with the Open Doors Organization in the USA to make informed recommendations to clients on enhancing universal accessibility of seating layouts in terminals.
• Rick Hansen FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArconas consults with the Rick Hansen Foundation in Canada to help make informed recommendations to clients on enhancing universal accessibility of seating layouts in terminals.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Haworth: Haworth is a major office and contract furniture manufacturer serving commercial, healthcare, and education markets. While it does not specialize in airport terminals, it is a relevant incumbent competing for adjacent commercial furniture specifications in airport administrative and lounge areas.
• Steelcase: Steelcase is the world's largest office furniture manufacturer with a broad portfolio across workplace, healthcare, and education. While its core focus is office environments, it overlaps with Arconas in airport business lounges and corporate spaces adjacent to terminals where premium contract furniture is specified.
• MillerKnoll: MillerKnoll (parent of Herman Miller) is a major office and contract furniture manufacturer with global reach. It competes with Arconas in airport VIP lounges and adjacent commercial interiors, though it does not specialize in core airport terminal seating or counters.

Direct peers

• Brunner: Brunner is a German manufacturer of contract furniture for airports, conference centers, and public spaces with a strong focus on airport seating systems. It competes directly with Arconas for airport terminal specifications in Europe and other international markets.
• USM: USM is a Swiss manufacturer of modular furniture systems including the USM Haller line used for airport counters and check-in desks. Arconas holds exclusive Americas distribution but USM sells direct elsewhere, making it a partial competitor and partial partner in the airport modular furniture segment.
• Vitra: Vitra is a Swiss designer and manufacturer of high-end furniture for offices, homes, and public spaces including airport installations. It competes with Arconas for premium airport terminal specifications and shares a design-led, sustainability-certified positioning.
• Figueras: Figueras is a Spanish manufacturer specializing in seating for airports, conference centers, and public spaces. It is a direct competitor to Arconas in the global airport seating segment, serving similar airline operators and airport authorities with comparable high-traffic, design-led seating solutions.
• Green Furniture Concept: Green Furniture Concept is a Swedish manufacturer of sustainable, modular wooden furniture for airports and public spaces. While Arconas holds exclusive Americas distribution rights, Green Furniture Concept sells directly in Europe and competes with Arconas' broader product portfolio in design-driven tenders.
• Kusch+Co: Kusch+Co is a German manufacturer of contract seating for airports, stadiums, and public spaces. It is a direct competitor to Arconas in airport and transit seating with comparable specialty in high-traffic public seating solutions and modular row configurations.
• Sellex: Sellex is a Spanish furniture brand specializing in minimal, elegant designs for high-traffic spaces including the AERO bench for airport seating. While Arconas holds exclusive Americas distribution rights, Sellex sells direct in Europe and competes with Arconas in international airport specifications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/arconascorp
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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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