Houston, Texas, 2019-Apr-26 — /Travel PR News/ — dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, continues to invest in its catering operations in the United States. The company has opened a new, 4,700 m² (51,000 ft2) facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and now offers quality catering services in Houston with a capacity of more than 10,000 meals a day.
dnata’s latest expansion will create more than 150 new jobs with the company. The launch customer is British Airways, which operates two daily flights from Houston.
Robin Padgett, Divisional Senior Vice President for dnata’s catering division, said: “We are delighted to open another best-in-class catering facility at a major U.S. airport. Our expansion into Houston once again underlines our commitment to the United States, where we see excellent business opportunities for dnata.”
“In 2019 we will continue to enhance our operations in the country by investing in new facilities and growing our team with highly-skilled, local catering professionals. We look forward to providing quality services and products to an increasing number of airlines in the U.S. ensuring an exceptional dining experience for their passengers on each flight.”
dnata expanded in the U.S. catering market in 2018 through the acquisition of 121 Inflight Catering. Besides Houston, dnata currently operates catering facilities at three U.S. airports, in New York (JFK), Nashville (BNA) and Orlando (SFB), serving commercial, VIP and private aviation companies, fixed base operators and charter aircraft operators.
In 2019, dnata will further enhance its operations in the country opening four additional catering facilities at the airports of Boston (BOS), Los Angeles (LAX), Newark (EWR) and San Francisco (SFO). By year-end, dnata will provide quality catering services at eight U.S. airports.
Over the past two years dnata has invested significantly in growing its global catering network. The company acquired Qantas Airways’ catering division and opened new catering facilities in Canberra and Melbourne in Australia, and Dublin in Ireland. This year dnata will further increase its global footprint by establishing operations in Vancouver, Canada.
As one of the world’s leading inflight caterers, dnata’s catering team now operates from 63 locations in 11 countries, producing over 320,000 world-class meals every day.
About dnata
dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 129 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 84 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,800 flights, carries over 8,450 tonnes of cargo, assists over 243,000 passengers, books over 21,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.
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Source: dnata
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