Riyadh Air has announced the signing of a strategic agreement with Catrion, a prominent Saudi Arabian company, to provide inflight catering for the carrier’s domestic and international flights.
On Wednesday (January 8, 2025), Riyadh Air, a new digitally native airline and subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced the signing of a strategic agreement with Catrion, a prominent Saudi Arabian company, to deliver world-class onboard culinary experiences. Under the agreement, Catrion will provide inflight catering and related services for Riyadh Air’s domestic and international flights. These catering services will be provided at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh under a five-year contract valued at approximately SAR 2.3 billion (US $612.7 million). This is part of Riyadh Air’s efforts to ensure an unmatched guest experience as they prepare to launch this year.
In Wednesday’s announcement, Riyadh Air’s Chief Financial Officer, Adam Boukadida, said,
“Our food and beverage offering, both in the air and on the ground, is hugely important for our guests and we aim to set a high benchmark for everyone who travels with Riyadh Air. By selecting Catrion, a company that shares our passion for quality and excellence, it strengthens our commitment to delivering an unparalleled travel experience for our passengers.”
Also commenting on the new catering partnership, Catrion’s CEO, Wajdy Al-Ghabban, added,
“We are honored to be selected as Riyadh Air’s catering partner. This collaboration represents a significant opportunity to showcase the richness of Saudi Arabia’s culinary heritage while offering a world-class dining experience to travelers. We look forward to delivering exceptional meals that will enhance every passenger’s journey with Riyadh Air.”
The signing ceremony, held at Riyadh Air’s headquarters on January 8, 2025, was attended by key executives from both companies – Courtesy Riyadh Air
The signing ceremony for this new collaboration was held on January 8, 2025, at Riyadh Air’s headquarters. The airline’s selection of Catrion followed a rigorous and competitive bidding process, in alignment with Riyadh Air’s commitment to provide high quality services with a focus on fresh, local produce and other ingredients. The airline is committed to Vision 2030’s drive for greater non-oil GDP contributions by supporting Saudi suppliers across the country, with Catrion playing a vital role in curating world-class menus that reflect the traditional flavors from Riyadh.
Source: Riyadh Air