World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo announces the return of the Wellbeing Walk-Through for 2025

World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo (WTCE) is thrilled to announce the return of its popular Wellbeing Walk-Through feature for the 2025 show, offering an immersive experience focused on enhancing passenger health, wellbeing, and comfort onboard.

Curated and championed by WTCE Ambassadors – Julianne Ponan MBE, CEO of Creative Nature and passionate allergies campaigner, Melissa Adamski, leading travel dietitian and nutritionist, and Kelly Stevenson, former global wine and beverage manager at British Airways and current CEO of JetVine – the feature will showcase 17 innovative companies presenting food, drink, and amenity products that promote a healthier and more comfortable journey.

The Wellbeing Walk-Through will guide attendees through a curation of exhibitor booths and products designed to help create an elevated experience for both passengers and airline, rail and cruise service providers.

Stand-out Food & Dink

Visitors will have the opportunity to scout the show floor for a diverse range of food and drink companies who are disrupting markets with their latest offerings to improve the way people feel while travelling. At stand 1E110, POSHI is bound to impress with its freshly marinated vegetable snacks and meals, including its Oloves olive snacks, Air Cheese 100% Crispy Cheese, Dipin Dips and Spreads. Stop by stand 1A105 of Italian-based, Crich, as you will be able to see and taste its full range of gluten free, organic, free from and vegan products including biscuits, crackers and wafers.

Koppert Cress provides natural and innovative ingredients which chefs can use to intensify the flavour, aroma, or presentation of their dishes. You can find out more about the freshness, intensity, taste and aroma of cresses at their stand 1B90. To quench your thirst, stop by Whittard of Chelsea at stand 1A115. Renowned for quality, luxurious packaging and delicious taste of the finest tea, coffee and hot chocolate, Whittard is one not to miss.

A Family Affair

This year’s Wellbeing Walk-Through will showcase some fantastic family-owned and run businesses that are making waves in the onboard sector with innovative food solutions and products to enhance the passenger experience. Manna from Heaven can be found at stand 1G69 and specialises in producing unique handmade frozen food solutions for the travel sector. Creating sweet and savoury restaurant quality products that are all made from scratch ingredients, without the use of artificial additives, its dedication to crafting clean, flavourful options for travellers makes them a standout in the industry. Also, make sure to stop by Nairn’s Oatcakes, stand 1A112 – producers of sweet and savoury biscuits in the UK, which are available in foodservice formats suitable for onboard services.

Say g’day to Foodfolk Australia on stand 1E80, known for exceptional meals both in the air and on the ground. This dynamic catering company can help you discover a personalised service and tailored catering solutions can enhance your passengers’ experience and benefit your operations. At Foodfolk, they believe in fresh, natural produce that’s packed with emotion, culture, discovery and desire.

If you’re looking for something a little more sweet (or salty), try Joe & Seph’s Gourmet Popcorn on stand 1C102, a brand which has revolutionised the popcorn market over the last decade with its handmade, air-popped, gourmet popcorn. Offering over 50 flavours in packaging developed exclusively for airlines, stop by the stand and try from its savoury, sweet, vegan friendly and gluten-free range.

Innovative Meal Services & Solutions

These specially selected brands include a pool of exciting onboard meal services and solutions, ones to watch are En Route International and Yummy Karma. A global specialist in passenger solutions, supply chain services and sourcing for airlines and airline caterers, En Route will be showcasing its comprehensive range of products at this year’s WTCE on stand 1F30. What sets En Route apart is their ability to create concepts that not only deliver on flavour but also cater to evolving dietary needs as well as longer life packaged products. Meanwhile, Yummy Karma is a leading, dynamic, and innovative food manufacturer specialising in chilled and frozen prepared meal solutions – without any additives or preservatives – and will be on stand 1C109 with its range of fresh meals to go, pots to go, and veggie bites.

Independent food solutions company, Foodcase, will also be part of the Wellbeing Walk-Through this year on stand 4D10 and is fully dedicated to the airline industry with a broad portfolio of food categories, from special meals to sustainable packaging. Its commitment to creativity in every dish, coupled with a strong focus on inclusivity, truly sets them apart – Foodcase doesn’t just create great food; the team there creates great food that’s accessible for all. Also part of the feature is Kaelis – one of the world’s leading providers of onboard products, services, and solutions for airlines and railway industries, serving up to 1.5 billion passengers per year. As well as providing onboard services consulting to improve travel experience, it also strives to make it more sustainable than before. Visit its stand 1E10 to learn about the latest trends in products and services for the onboard industry.

Showstopping Amenities & Textiles

Leading global supplier of premium amenities to the travel industry, Buzz, designs and creates award-winning products to create a more thoughtful, curated travel experience for passengers. Over the last 25 years, the brand has created iconic collaborations between major airlines including American Airlines, Etihad and Emirates and will be on stand 4C30.

Also on the trail is Procurall on stand 4D50 who are redefining in-flight luxury through a sustainable lens. From eco-conscious amenity kits and luxury dining essentials to renewable soft goods and innovative tech accessories, Procurall ensures every journey is marked by elegance and environmental responsibility. Joining them as part of the feature is John Horsfall on stand 1E61. The company will be showcasing its innovative onboard textiles and exploring the role of design; to promote sustainability & enhance brand perception. While you’re at the stand, check out its Cool-Feel Pillow, harnessing innovative heat-wicking fine-knit fabric to help passengers to regulate their body heat during their flight. Temperature regulation is essential to a good flight’s sleep, and while often difficult to achieve within the aircraft cabin; is proven to lessening the physical & mental effects of jet-lag.

A Greener Future

As sustainability continues to be a key focus within the industry, it will be increasingly important for airlines to consider this factor when selecting suppliers. While Castello Monte Vibiano Vecchio is a leader in the production of monodose olive oil, condiments and Italian wine, it is also a pioneer in the field of sustainability. In 2009, it became the first company in the world to obtain the certification of ‘Zero CO2 Emissions’ and continues to minimise its environmental impact. Find out more by visiting stand 4C40.

Known for its lively spirit and unwavering vision to sustain people and the planet, Irish B Corp, DELI LITES, will also be on the trail on stand 1D91. Its mission? To be the global industry leader in premium food on the move, with its range of hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, salads, and artisanal baked goods.

WTCE Event Manager, Shona Thomson, said: “WTCE is delighted to bring back the Wellbeing Walk-Through for the 2025 edition of the show. Curated by our expert team of WTCE ambassadors, the feature offers an immersive journey that highlights how thoughtful innovations in food, drink, and amenities can elevate the health and comfort of passengers. WTCE is committed to driving innovation and excellence in the industry, and we’re excited to welcome visitors to experience this immersive trail in Hamburg this year.”

WTCE is co-located with the industry-renowned Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX). Both shows will be taking place at the Hamburg Messe from 8-10 April 2025 and will come together to provide passenger experience professionals with the opportunity to network and explore new products, services, and solutions.

For more information on World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo 2025 and to register for free, please visit: https://www.worldtravelcateringexpo.com/en-gb.html