Industry Insights

March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Ancillaries in the Age of AI: Predictive Retailing for Airlines

Beverages, Food, Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

With onboard food & beverage now being vital cabin retail categories, airlines navigate rising expectations while AI for predictive retailing is on the rise. ... Read more

March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Behind the Screens: The tech infrastructure airlines need for seamless pre-ordering

Industry Insights, Tech, Trends, Trends & Insights

Behind the screens with Kai Kosicki, WTCE Retail Technology Ambassador & Founder of ExpAir, as we ask about the tech infrastructure needed for seamless pre-ordering. ... Read more

March 12, 2026March 13, 2026

Top Exhibitors at World Catering & Onboard Services Expo 2026

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Ambassador Julianne Ponan MBE highlights the top exhibitors & products providing unique offerings for special diets, food allergies and inclusive onboard catering. ... Read more

February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

Personalised Special Diets Onboard: The Rise of Hyper-Customised Meal Options

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

This article explores why hyper-customised special meals are rising and why they matter more than ever. Read more from Julianne Ponan MBE. ... Read more

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025

Asia Trends at WTCE: How dnata Catering & Retail is leading a culinary revolution

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Discover how dnata Catering & Retail is driving a culinary and digital revolution across Asia’s aviation market—from authentic regional menus to AI-powered personalisation—showcased through insights at WTCE ... Read more

December 16, 2025

What is healthy anyway? Why does comfort food have to be pitched against nutritious food when flying?

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Discover why comfort food and healthy eating don’t have to compete inflight. WTCE 2026 Ambassador Dr Melissa Adamski explores nutritious comfort food, passenger behaviour and the future ... Read more

December 15, 2025December 15, 2025

Ethiopian Airlines elevates passenger experience through innovation at WTCE

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Discover how Ethiopian Airlines uses WTCE to drive innovation in catering, sustainability, comfort and digital solutions—strengthening its position as Africa’s leading passenger experience pioneer. ... Read more

December 12, 2025December 15, 2025

How Sunclass Airlines turns airport competition into onboard innovation

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Discover how Sunclass Airlines uses WTCE to tackle airport competition, boost pre-order meal value, and spark new onboard product innovation—from lighter meals to fresh retail opportunities. ... Read more

October 2, 2025December 14, 2025

Enhancing Passenger Experience and Profitability Through Digital Innovation

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

In today’s competitive airline landscape, digital transformation has shifted from an operational upgrade to a strategic necessity. Travelers increasingly demand seamless, personalised, and efficient journeys. Airlines that ... Read more

September 24, 2025September 29, 2025

Technology in the spotlight for onboard services at WTCE

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

The list of exhibitors shines a light on our industry by bringing together some of the most innovative and distinguished companies contributing to global catering. ... Read more

August 1, 2025August 4, 2025

The Rise of Plant-Based Options in Airline Catering

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Air travel is evolving, and so are passenger expectations. David Guarch of Beanstalk Foods, a leading voice in the plant-based sector, highlights the increasing demand for plant-based ... Read more

July 3, 2025July 11, 2025

Tackling Aviation’s Waste and Emission Challenges

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Discover how the aviation industry is addressing its growing waste and emission challenges. From recycling efforts to sustainable aviation fuel, learn what’s being done to build a ... Read more

April 3, 2025April 8, 2025

World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo announces NEW Tech Trail feature for 2025

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Explore WTCE 2025’s new Tech Trail—showcasing tech innovations reshaping onboard hospitality across air, rail, and cruise travel. ... Read more

April 1, 2025April 8, 2025

Top Picks for Sustainability with Matt Crane, founding member of Aviation Sustainability Forum (ASF)

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Discover how WTCE exhibitors are championing sustainability in the airline passenger experience. Insights from ASF’s Matt Crane highlight innovative, circular solutions from SMEs leading the way in ... Read more

March 27, 2025April 3, 2025

WTCE and ASIA – What do passengers really want?

Trends, Trends & Insights

Discover key insights from Asia’s airline industry at WTCE 2025. Survey results reveal passenger demands for better food, service, and sustainability—yet cost remains king. With 70% vowing ... Read more

March 25, 2025April 3, 2025

WTCE and ASIA – Winds of Change?

Trends, Trends & Insights

Explore the winds of change in travel catering and aviation at WTCE and ASIA 2024. Discover resilient industry shifts and innovative approaches, reflecting new demands and environmental ... Read more

March 21, 2025April 3, 2025

Matt Crane Q&A

Trends, Trends & Insights

Matt Crane returns as WTCE 2025’s Sustainability Ambassador, championing inflight waste reduction. His session, “What Goes Up – Will Come Down,” will highlight industry challenges and solutions. ... Read more

March 7, 2025March 11, 2025

The Growing Demand for Allergy-Friendly and Inclusive Airline Catering

Trends, Trends & Insights

Inclusive airline dining is on the rise. Learn how allergy-safe options are redefining in-flight experiences for travellers worldwide. ... Read more

February 21, 2025February 21, 2025

WTCE and Asia – Covering the Distance

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Why suppliers and carriers from Asia must gather together with their international counterparts. By Jeremy Clark, Asia based Airline Hospitality Consultant. ... Read more

February 11, 2025February 12, 2025

The Sky’s the Limit: Using Technology to Personalise the Onboard Passenger Experience

Industry Insights, Trends, Trends & Insights

Explore how airlines harness technology and data to deliver personalized, seamless, and sustainable onboard experiences tailored to evolving passenger needs. ... Read more