Black-and-white photograph of OMK founder Rodney Kinsman meticulously hand-sculpting a prototype armrest, embodying OMK’s precision engineering and innovative seating design ethos.

Specialists in public
seating with over 60
years of experience

Founded in 1965 by designer Rodney Kinsman RDI, OMK has become a leader in public seating systems for airports, train stations and  transport hubs globally. For more than six decades we have collaborated with the world’s leading architects, operators and specifiers to deliver seating solutions that combine innovation, durability and timeless design in order to enhance public spaces.

As a design-led manufacturer we have pioneered many of the key advancements in airport and public seating introducing new technologies, materials and modular systems that improve passenger comfort and optimise operational efficiency. Our focused range of products has been installed in hundreds of major projects worldwide, from international airports to civic spaces.

Based in central London, OMK manages global sales, design and production, ensuring every project benefits from our heritage of craftsmanship, engineering expertise and commitment to long-term performance.

  • 1965

    Rodney Kinsman graduates from the Central School of Art and Design and establishes OMK.

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  • 1972

    Omkstak launched, 1M chairs will go on to be sold.

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  • 1981

    TRANSIT seating system designed for Gatwick Airport.

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  • 1989

    TRAX designed for British Rail Intercity lines.

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  • 1990

    Rodney Kinsman appointed Royal Designer for Industry.

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  • 1992

    SEVILLE designed for the British pavilion at the Seville Expo.

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    2022

    METRO naturally dynamic seating launched

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    2019

    BRIDGE work and charging table launched.

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    2016

    OMK wins Queen’s Award for Export.

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    2015

    FLITE seating system launched and wins Design Guild Mark Award.

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    2006

    Rodney Kinsman RDI awarded The Prince Philip Designers Prize.

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    1999

    SEVILLE wins Design Council Millennium Product Award.

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    1965

    Rodney Kinsman graduates from the Central School of Art and Design and establishes OMK.

  • #

    1972

    Omkstak launched, 1M chairs will go on to be sold.

  • #

    1981

    TRANSIT seating system designed for Gatwick Airport.

  • #

    1989

    TRAX designed for British Rail Intercity lines.

  • #

    1990

    Rodney Kinsman appointed Royal Designer for Industry.

  • #

    1992

    SEVILLE designed for the British pavilion at the Seville Expo.

  • #

    1999

    SEVILLE wins Design Council Millennium Product Award.

  • #

    2006

    Rodney Kinsman RDI awarded The Prince Philip Designers Prize.

  • #

    2015

    FLITE seating system launched and wins Design Guild Mark Award.

  • #

    2016

    OMK wins Queen’s Award for Export.

  • #

    2019

    BRIDGE work and charging table launched.

  • #

    2022

    METRO naturally dynamic seating launched

Our responsibility

At OMK, we take corporate social responsibility seriously. It’s about understanding the impact our business has on the wider world and using that influence to make a positive difference. We focus on five key areas where we can act responsibly and sustainably:

  • Our customers deliver safe, durable and ethical products.
  • Our people support a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace.
  • Our local communities engage with and contribute to the areas where we work.
  • Our suppliers partner with ethical, responsible manufacturers.
  • Our environment reduces waste, improves sustainability and minimises our carbon footprint.

Through these commitments, we aim to create long-term value for passengers, operators and the planet.