gategourmet UK is delighted to announce an extension to its contract with Virgin Atlantic, commencing on 1 January 2026. The deal confirms the partnership for the next five years and builds on the previous 12 years of successful collaboration.
[Zurich, Switzerland]. [December 5, 2024] This long-standing relationship is rooted in a deep understanding of each other’s business needs and shared commitment to achieving our organizational goals. gategourmet UK is dedicated to working closely with Virgin Atlantic’s food and beverage team, aligning with their vision to deliver tailored culinary experiences for their passengers. Our chefs focus on creating seasonal and sustainable menus that elevate the travel experience, with a special emphasis on crafting dishes that evoke emotion and enhance each journey.
Moving forward, gategourmet UK and Virgin Atlantic will continue their collaboration, including their work with the Sustainable Restaurant, which rates the carbon footprint and social values of the business, with a view to driving ESG improvement.
Catherine Thomas, Global Account Director, gategroup, commented:
“We have been partners with Virgin Atlantic for over a decade and we are happy to continue over the next five years. Together we have raised the bar on in-flight meal expectations, bringing the highest quality ingredients and newest food innovations on board for each passenger to enjoy. We are excited to start these projects and continue the amazing work we have already accomplished.”
Paul Mills, Head of Inflight Services, Virgin Atlantic, commented:
“Our mission is to create brilliantly different experiences every time our customers fly with us. We look forward to continuing our partnership with gategourmet UK to ensure every customer has a memorable dining experience onboard when they travel with Virgin Atlantic.”
About gategroup
gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60 countries/territories across all continents. For further information, please visit: www.gategroup.com.
