We are experts in creating and running food outlets for people on the move across the world.
We look to bring a sense of place to the food and beverages we offer. We also aim to take maximum advantage of our international scale. That means looking for opportunities to share the great ideas and ground-breaking concepts we create across the many markets we serve.
Locations across the world
c.600
Brands
c.550
Brand partners
c.300
The way we work and what we offer
We operate principally in airports and railway stations
We’ve built up our business over more than 60 years and today our units can be found at some of the world’s most prestigious air and rail locations. But we’re not just present in airports and railway stations. We also serve motorway service areas, hospitals and shopping centres and provide onboard catering for airlines and train operators.
The way we work and what we offer
Globally, we operate outlets across five key categories
— Cafes and bakeries
— Bars
— Casual dining restaurants
— Convenience retail
— Quick service restaurants
Reaching for growth with long-term partners
We have vast experience of creating winning food and beverage experiences, from quick service to fine dining, in high volume travel locations. These are complex settings to work in, from a logistical and legal point of view. But over the years we’ve built up an unrivalled expertise in making sure all our outlets are managed and run in a way that meets the fast-changing needs of our customers and clients.
Our competitive advantages help us to form strong relationships with our clients and partners.
Read more about our competitive advantages in our investment case
On the ground
Expanding our presence in Canada at Calgary Airport
In 2023, we secured a 10-year agreement at Calgary Airport to operate five units at the fourth busiest airport in Canada. We will open four airside spaces and one landside space, including our own brands Mi Casa, Stack & Press, and a local coffee brand Monument and Wander, featuring local chef Nicole Gomez. Recognising Calgary Airport Authority’s respect for the region’s indigenous communities and the acknowledgment of the Treaty 7 territory of the Blackfoot confederacy, we have embraced the inclusion of indigenous foods within our overall catering strategy and will work with an indigenous chef to develop the catering menus.
On the ground
Growing our footprint in Europe in Iceland and Italy
Through two significant contract wins in Iceland and Italy, we are growing our presence in Europe in new markets. In Italy, we secured a contract to operate four units at Rome Termini Station: LEON, Yo! Sushi, EXKi and Granaio. The three international brands provide a choice of fast, healthy food to travellers while Granaio serves classic Italian dishes with premium seating options. In Iceland, we secured a contract to open two new units, Jómfrúin and Elda at Keflavik International Airport in Reykjavik. These two new restaurants showcase the best of Iceland and modern Icelandic dining experiences and reflect SSP and Keflavik International Airport’s sustainability commitments, with locally-sourced ingredients.
On the ground
Developing our brand portfolio at Gatwick Airport
From two brands in 2019 to six in 2023, we have significantly developed our presence at London Gatwick Airport. The new concepts and brands align with customer expectations and our wider strategy, with a focus on sustainability, people and technology. We are experts at identifying brands that customers love and working in partnership with those brands to ‘travelise’ them. In 2023, we announced two exciting new partnerships in the UK: BrewDog and The Breakfast Club. BrewDog is an independent Scottish craft brewer with international appeal. We secured one unit at London Gatwick Airport, which opened in December 2023. In July, we also opened the first airport restaurant with London-based brunch brand The Breakfast Club at London Gatwick Airport.
On the ground
Expanding our operations in India
Bengaluru’s (previously Bangalore) Kempegowda International Airport terminal 2 (BLR T2) started operating in 2023. Travel Food Services, our joint venture partnership business in India run in partnership with K Hospitality, was awarded the concession to operate ten F&B outlets in BLRT2. As part of this, we introduced renowned international brands such as Brioche Dorée and Jamie Oliver’s Pizzeria in airport spaces for the first time in India. We also opened some local concepts, for example, Bombay Brasserie, an all-day modern Indian bar and eatery. We also secured a new unit in BLR terminal 1 where we will open a new Choco-Bay as part of a three-year agreement.