September 10, 2026

Two years at Foodcase International: Geert Doek, CEO

When Geert Doek joined Foodcase International two years ago, he brought a blend of entrepreneurial drive, creative thinking and a pilot’s appreciation for precision. As CEO, he is guiding the 14-year-old company through a dynamic growth phase.

Korean Air: Five stars in the sky

New in First and Prestige (Business) are bedding, loungewear, tableware and amenity kits crafted by leading upmarket global brands.

Table artistry

Design teams are being encouraged to take inspiration from the airline’s branding, to draw on key elements of airline strategy or reflect the home nation and its backstory.

Ready for launch

When complete, Amazon Leo’s constellation of more than 3,200 satellites will orbit between 367 and 392 miles (590 and 630 km) above Earth. An enterprise preview with select business customers began in November 2025. Plans exist to roll out the service in 2026.

Higher purchase

TFWA Cannes 2025 reaffirmed that airline boutiques are no longer novelty offerings pushed on a trolley, but strategic, high-margin, often experiential retail.

What’s on the menu?

In today’s competitive market, middle of the road is no longer good enough, especially when it comes to buy-on-board menus where choice and value...

Healthy living on the go at lunch!

Nutritious and immune-boosting food and drinks dominated the show floor during 2025’s lunch! event. Protein bars, natural drinks and gut health took the lion’s...

Five stars in the sky

Korean Air’s stated goal of creating an inflight experience that is on a par with luxury hospitality standards moved up several notches this year...

Snack attack: The quest for innovation

I'm always on the hunt for snacks that are both nutritious and delicious. Traditionally chips (or crisps, depending on where you're from), nuts and...

Time for tea

Tea matters. Whether it’s a cuppa to-go, a full afternoon tea experience, a mindful tea ceremony or a quick thirst quencher, consumers make time for tea, and it can be a hallmark of genuine hospitality onboard

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